Solicitor
Litigation - Commercial
Tyne and Wear
£45,000 +

Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Ref: 1204| Posted: 2nd Dec 2024

Eventus Legal are seeking a Dispute Resolution Solicitor or Legal Executive with join a successful team based in Sunderland, due to succession planning. The successful candidate will be working with excellent administration support, great benefits including hybrid working, free parking and genuine progression opportunities including to Head of Department. The role is a permanent position.

Role responsibilities

The successful Dispute Resolution Solicitor will be tasked with progressing a caseload experience of dispute resolution work in both the High and County Courts including but not limited to the following areas of law:

  • Contract disputes
  • Contentious probate
  • Landlord and tenant disputes (both commercial and residential)
  • Commercial disputes and partnership disputes.

You will also be expected to be involved with business development as well as maintaining the relationships with their current contacts and referral network. You will benefit from excellent secretarial support.

Person specification

Applications are sought from Solicitors or Legal Executives who are experienced in Dispute Resolution ideally those 6 PQE and above, capable of running their own caseload of a mixed nature and contributing to the development and progression of the department. Ideally you will have experience in commercial and civil dispute resolution, but those with transferrable skills from another area of litigation (for example complex personal injury) are also encouraged to apply.

In addition, the successful candidate will also have experience of the resolution of disputes at mediation and/or ADR.

Alongside your sound experience you will work loyally and effectively as part of their team, utilising your excellent interpersonal skills interacting with people at all levels, inspiring confidence in both clients and your colleagues. 

Benefits and Rewards

The firm offers a competitive salary and a strong benefits package including hybrid working, free car parking, performance related bonus, 27 days holiday with Christmas closure and Christmas Eve off, death in service, social events, high street and legal discounts. Importantly they will encourage the development of your career, including genuine opportunities for progression which for this role will include a Head of Department position.   

About the Company

This law firm is a values-led organisation in the heart of Sunderland. They have an excellent reputation locally and are progressive and ambitious. The firm is growing and about to move into newly built premises which will align with their modern, commercial approach. They embrace that their employees are their biggest asset and are committed to continually building on their inclusive and supportive working environment.

Next Steps

If you are interested in learning more about this Dispute Resolution Solicitor role, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or contact 0113 418 2494 for a confidential discussion.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

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