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Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Leeds Permanent £67,000 - £85,000 per year View Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a highly regarded disputes team in Leeds. Working alongside recognised partners, you will advise on a broad range of complex and high value commercial disputes while developing your expertise within one of the region's largest litigation practices.
  • Join a top ranked disputes team in Leeds
  • Handle high value, complex commercial litigation matters

About Our Client

Our client is an award winning UK commercial law firm with an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional legal advice to major national and international organisations. Recognised by the legal directories and known for investing heavily in its people, it offers structured career development, flexible working and opportunities to work on sophisticated, market leading matters without the pressures often associated with larger City firms.

Job Description

The Commercial Litigation Solicitor will be:

  • Advising clients on a wide range of commercial and corporate disputes.
  • Managing complex litigation from initial instruction through to resolution.
  • Working closely with highly regarded partners on strategic, high value matters.
  • Handling specialist disputes including reputation management, public procurement and confidential information.
  • Advising on fraud and asset tracing matters.
  • Drafting legal documentation, pleadings and witness statements.
  • Representing clients during negotiations, mediations and court proceedings where appropriate.
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Contributing to the continued success and growth of a nationally recognised disputes practice.

The Successful Applicant

The Commercial Litigation Solicitor should be:

  • A solicitor with between 1 and 4 years' PQE.
  • Experienced in commercial litigation gained within a respected law firm.
  • Able to manage matters with appropriate supervision.
  • Commercially minded with excellent analytical and drafting skills.
  • An effective communicator who builds strong client relationships.
  • Keen to work closely with leading partners on complex disputes.
  • Motivated to develop within a large regional commercial law firm.



What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from £67,000 to £85,000.
  • Pension contribution of 5%.
  • 25 days holiday.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Performance-based bonus.
  • Hybrid working arrangement.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.

Contact
Mike Smith
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7074912
Phone number
+44 07881904018

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Business Services
Where
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mike Smith
Consultant phone
+44 07881904018
Job reference
JN-072026-7074912