We are looking for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join our growing team in Loughborough.
The role is suitable for a solicitor from newly qualified up to around 8 years’ PQE, with the level of responsibility and caseload tailored to the experience of the successful candidate.
The role
Our Dispute Resolution team deals with a broad range of civil litigation and contentious matters, acting for both individuals and businesses.
The work includes:
- General litigation – advice and representation in a wide range of civil disputes
- Landlord and tenant – commercial and residential disputes, lease renewals, possession proceedings and service charge disputes
- Property ownership disputes – including advising unmarried couples on complex property and ownership matters
- Contested probate – including Inheritance Act claims, executor disputes and challenges to Wills
- Debt recovery – acting for businesses and individuals, including court proceedings and enforcement
You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, deal directly with clients and work on a varied range of interesting and often complex disputes.
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a qualified solicitor in England and Wales, or due to qualify shortly
- Has an interest in developing their career in Dispute Resolution
- Has good written and verbal communication skills
- Is confident dealing directly with clients
- Can manage their own caseload and work to deadlines
- Takes a practical and commercial approach to resolving disputes
- Takes pride in providing a high level of client service
- Is willing to get involved and contribute to the continued development of the department
Previous experience in Dispute Resolution is preferred, but we are happy to consider newly qualified solicitors with relevant training and the right attitude.
About BWS Law
BWS Law is a modern, growing law firm based in Loughborough. We have a strong focus on providing excellent client service, communicating properly with our clients and creating a supportive environment for our people.
We are continuing to grow across the firm, and this is an opportunity to join the Dispute Resolution team at an exciting time.
We want people who are approachable, hardworking and take ownership of their work. In return, we offer the opportunity to develop your career within a friendly and ambitious firm, with genuine scope to take on responsibility and progress.
What we offer
- Salary of £35,000 – £50,000, depending on experience
- 22 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Additional annual leave based on length of service, increasing by one day per year after two years’ service, up to a maximum of 25 days
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Support and opportunities for career development
- A friendly and supportive working environment
We would like to hear from you.
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