Litigation Solicitor in Harrow

Salary: £65,000 - 80,000+ DOE

Location: Harrow, Greater London

Are you a commercially minded Litigation Solicitor looking to move beyond being just another fee earner?

Our client, a well-established and ambitious legal practice in the Harrow area, is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor (3-6 Years PQE) to join its growing Litigation & Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value disputes for business owners, entrepreneurs, developers, property investors and high-net-worth individuals, whilst enjoying greater ownership of your caseload and direct client exposure.

If you are currently working within a City, West End or leading regional firm and are looking for a role that offers sophisticated work, meaningful responsibility and long-term progression opportunities, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

The Opportunity

Joining an established Litigation & Dispute Resolution team, you will handle a broad range of complex and commercially significant disputes, with responsibility for managing matters from inception through to resolution.

Your work will include:

• Shareholder disputes and unfair prejudice petitions
• Director, partnership and business owner disputes
• Corporate and commercial litigation
• High-value contractual disputes
• Urgent injunctive applications
• Commercial property litigation involving developers, investors, landlords and tenants
• Mediation, settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution
• High Court litigation and trial preparation
• Drafting pleadings, applications, witness statements and settlement agreements
• Advising clients on litigation strategy, risk management and dispute resolution options
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team

Candidate Requirements

We are keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• 3-6 years PQE within Commercial Litigation or Dispute Resolution
• Proven experience handling high-value and complex disputes
• Experience dealing with High Court matters
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy preparation skills
• Excellent client relationship management abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Ability to independently manage a varied caseload whilst working collaboratively within a team

Highly Desirable

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Shareholder disputes
• Unfair prejudice petitions
• Corporate and commercial disputes
• Commercial property litigation
• Injunctive relief applications
• Business ownership disputes

What's on Offer?

In return, our client offers a highly attractive package including:

• Salary of £65,000 - £80,000+ DOE
• Office-based role in Harrow, Greater London
• Exposure to complex, high-value and intellectually challenging matters
• Direct access to senior decision-makers and clients
• Genuine autonomy and responsibility from day one
• Structured career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• High-quality client portfolio including business owners, developers and high-net-worth individuals
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the litigation practice
• Modern and well-resourced office environment

Apply Today

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Applications will be reviewed on a strictly confidential basis.

H-FTS is acting as a recruitment consultancy in relation to this vacancy. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.