Dispute Resolution Solicitor
3 days ago
Liverpool
Job Title: Dispute Resolution Solicitor (NQ+) Location: Wigan & Liverpool Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary - Competitive, dependent on experience The Opportunity A well-established and highly respected commercial law firm is expanding its dispute resolution team across its Wigan and Liverpool offices. Known for delivering pragmatic, high-quality legal advice to a broad client base, the firm has built a strong reputation in commercial litigation while maintaining a supportive and down-to-earth culture. This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified and those with post-qualification experience to join a growing team handling a varied and engaging caseload of commercial disputes. The Role You will work closely with experienced litigators on a wide range of commercial dispute matters, gaining exposure to high-quality work while developing your technical and client management skills. Key responsibilities include: • Assisting with and managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters, • Working on disputes including breach of contract, shareholder/director issues, debt recovery, professional negligence and general business disputes, • Supporting on all stages of litigation, from pre-action through to trial and enforcement, • Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and legal research, • Attending client meetings, court hearings and mediations where appropriate, • Collaborating with colleagues across the wider firm to deliver effective client outcomes, • Supporting business development activities and maintaining strong client relationships About You • NQ + PQE with background from litigation (civil or commercial), housing despair, personal injury, dispute resolution, debt recovery, • Strong academic background and solid technical grounding, • A keen interest in developing a career in commercial disputes, • Confident communicator with good client-facing skills, • Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities, • A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment What’s on Offer • High-quality work with a diverse client base, • Working for Legal 500 ranked firm, • Supportive and approachable team environment, • Genuine career progression and development opportunities, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Flexibility and a positive work-life balance This is a great opportunity for an ambitious solicitor looking to build their career within a respected regional firm that combines quality work with a supportive culture