At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic litigation team tackling diverse legal challenges.
- Company: Established firm with a supportive and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: No billing targets, clear progression opportunities, and a focus on professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a varied caseload and autonomy in a nurturing environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in complex litigation while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with some litigation experience and a strong academic background.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Junior Litigation Solicitor to join a busy and close-knit litigation team based in Ashbourne.
You will be involved in a broad range of litigation matters, including:
- Commercial and contractual disputes
- Insolvency-related litigation
- Urgent injunctions and interim applications
We are looking for a bright, practical and driven junior solicitor who is eager to build a career in specialist litigation.
- Qualified Solicitor (02 PQE ideally; Some litigation experience (commercial, property or civil preferred)
- Strong academic background
- Ability to take ownership of work with appropriate supervision
- Interest in rural, agricultural or countryside-related matters (advantageous but not essential)
- Comfortable working closely with senior lawyers in a collaborative environment
- Genuinely interested in complex, varied litigation work
You will be joining a well-established litigation team comprising:
- ~3 Senior Lawyers
- ~1 Junior Solicitor
- ~56 Trainees across the wider firm
Supportive training and development culture
- No billing targets
- Clear progression opportunities with no glass ceiling
- High-quality, varied and engaging caseload
- Encouragement to develop autonomy with structured supervision
- High-quality Chancery-style litigation work
- Genuine progression opportunities
- No billing targets or rigid fee-earning pressure
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Senior Lawyer - Legal Services in Derby employer: Talent Finder
Join a dynamic and supportive litigation team in Ashbourne, where you will have the opportunity to engage in high-quality Chancery-style litigation work without the pressure of billing targets. Our culture prioritises employee growth, offering clear progression pathways and a collaborative environment that encourages autonomy while providing structured supervision. With a focus on varied and meaningful caseloads, this is an excellent place for motivated individuals looking to build a rewarding career in specialist litigation.
