Commercial Litigation Solicitor
Posted 8 days 20 hours ago by Simpson Judge Ltd
Job Title: Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2+ PQE - Senior Candidates Encouraged)
Location: Liverpool (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £56,000+ (DOE)
I'm currently working with a well-regarded commercial law firm in Liverpool that is looking to strengthen its Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution team with the addition of a talented solicitor. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a partner-led team that handles a wide range of high-quality, complex disputes, acting for a strong client base including owner-managed businesses, corporate, directors, shareholders and investors. The firm has built a strong reputation in the Liverpool market and offers a genuinely supportive environment, with clear progression opportunities for ambitious individuals.
The RoleYou'll be joining a busy disputes team, working closely with experienced partners while also having the autonomy to manage your own caseload. The work is varied and commercially focused, including:
- Contractual disputes
- Shareholder/director disputes
- Professional negligence
- Debt recovery
- Property litigation (including landlord & tenant disputes)
- Contentious probate
- Insolvency-related matters
- Injunctive relief and other business critical disputes
You'll be involved in matters from initial instruction through to resolution, including trial where required.
Key Responsibilities- Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
- Drafting pleadings, applications and pre action correspondence
- Advising clients on strategy, risk and commercial outcomes
- Handling disclosure, witness and expert evidence
- Attending hearings, mediation's and settlement discussions
- Supporting on larger, more complex matters
- Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development
- Qualified Solicitor with 2+ PQE in Commercial Litigation/Dispute Resolution
- Strong working knowledge of the CPR and litigation process
- Confident managing files and dealing directly with clients
- Commercially aware with strong communication and drafting skills
- Able to work in a fast paced environment and prioritise effectively
- More senior candidates (5+ PQE and above) are very much encouraged to apply, as there is scope to take on more complex work, support junior team members and play a key role in the continued growth of the department.
- Competitive salary with flexibility for more senior hires
- Hybrid working (typically 4 days office / 1 day from home) - can be negotiated for more senior candidates
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
- High quality work and strong client exposure
- Very tight knit team, family feel etc. Very supportive and collaborative