Commercial Litigation Solicitor in Edinburgh

Commercial Litigation Solicitor – 3 to 5 Years PQE, Belfast.

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Commercial Litigation Solicitor with approximately 3 to 5 years PQE to join a dynamic dispute resolution team. The team acts for clients across a wide range of complex commercial litigation matters, spanning multiple sectors.

The ideal candidate will have strong commercial litigation experience, be largely self-sufficient, and able to work with minimal supervision. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the team lead, providing guidance to junior members, while delivering tailored advice and strategies that help clients focus on their business objectives. High Court experience would be desirable. Flexible working arrangements are offered and can be discussed depending on the candidate’s needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling a range of commercial litigation matters, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, attending hearings, and representing clients.
• Providing strategic and commercially aware advice to clients to minimise business disruption and achieve cost-effective outcomes.
• Managing a personal caseload while maintaining high standards of client care and communication.
• Assisting and supervising junior team members, including trainees, NQ, and 1-year PQE colleagues.
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Keeping up to date with relevant legislation and case law.

Areas of Focus

• Building and Construction Disputes
• Shareholder and Director Disputes
• Partnership Disputes
• Commercial Contracts Disputes
• Intellectual Property Infringement
• Property Disputes
• Professional Negligence
• Judicial Review
• Debt Recovery
• Employment

Essential Skills and Experience

• Qualified solicitor with 3 to 5 years PQE in litigation.
• Commercial litigation experience is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience providing practical, client-focused advice.
• Strong drafting, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to guide and supervise junior members of the team.
• Strong client management and interpersonal skills.

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working arrangements tailored to the candidate’s needs.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging and high-profile commercial litigation matters.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.

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