Dispute Resolution Solicitor (NQ – 1 Year PQE)

RoleDispute Resolution Solicitor (NQ – 1 Year PQE)
LocationLondon
Salary£DOE

Our Client

With a heritage dating back to 1929, redacted has deep roots in London’s legal community and a progressive outlook for the future. They are a modern, dynamic firm recognised by Chambers UK, The Legal 500, and The Times Top 250 Law Firms. 

Our clients inclusive and supportive workplace culture has earned them a place in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work. With offices in Whitechapel and Clapham Junction, our client provides a broad range of legal services to both private and publicly funded clients. They value work-life balance, meaningful supervision, and professional development, ensuring their teams are happy, motivated, and well-supported.


About the Team

Our Dispute Resolution team handles a wide variety of property and commercial litigation. Based primarily in our London office, the department includes a Member Partner, two Solicitors, and a Paralegal.

We are regularly instructed on cases involving:

Property Litigation

  • Landlord and tenant disputes (residential and commercial)

  • Lease breaches and covenant disputes

  • Service charge disputes

  • Building and construction disagreements

  • Possession claims

  • Boundary and easement disputes

  • Disrepair and dilapidation claims

  • Contested probate and TOLATA issues

Commercial Litigation

  • Contractual disputes

  • Civil and commercial litigation

  • Civil fraud

  • Debt and asset recovery

  • Defamation

  • Professional negligence

  • Injunctions (domestic and international)

  • Shareholder and partnership disputes

  • Intellectual property matters

  • Enforcement of foreign judgments

The team works closely with our family finance and conveyancing departments, supporting clients such as landlords and leaseholders on a range of property issues.

We take pride in ongoing training, regular departmental meetings, and a Career Development Programme that maps out a clear route to partnership.


The Opportunity: Commercial/Property Litigation Solicitor

We are seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor to 1 Year PQE with solid experience in property litigation. You must be confident working with privately paying clients, including individuals and SMEs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and expanding department, take ownership of a varied caseload, and contribute to business development.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse caseload of property and commercial litigation matters

  • Maintain high standards of client care and communication

  • Provide strategic legal advice and conduct negotiations

  • Undertake advocacy where appropriate (County Court/Tribunals)

  • Maintain accurate time recording, billing, and file management

  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments for a seamless client experience

  • Participate in internal training and knowledge-sharing initiatives

  • Support departmental administration and process improvements

  • Contribute to the firm’s business development efforts


Person Specification

Essential:

  • NQ–1 year PQE in dispute resolution

  • Solid experience in both property and commercial litigation

  • Familiarity with leasehold disputes, service charges, possession proceedings, and contractual claims

  • Experience advising private clients and SMEs

  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and client-facing)

  • Strong organisational and time management skills

  • Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability

  • IT proficiency and confidence using case management systems

  • A current Practising Certificate

Desirable:

  • Advocacy experience at County Court or Tribunal level

  • Understanding of alternative funding models (e.g. CFAs, DBAs)

  • Previous involvement in marketing or networking initiatives


Why Us?

  • Be part of a leading law firm known for quality and integrity

  • Thrive in a collaborative and inclusive environment

  • Enjoy flexible working and family-friendly policies

  • Benefit from excellent training, supervision, and clear career progression

  • Work on stimulating and high-quality cases

Categories: Commercial Litigation,

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