Job description
- Kingsbridge, Devon, England
- Permanent,
- undefined,
- 8571
- 15/07/2025
Job description
Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (Dispute Resolution Department)
Location: Kingsbridge, South Hams
Salary: DOE
Hours: 35h Monday -Friday 9am-5pm (Hybrid after probation period)
Hawk3 Talent Solutions is proud to be representing a dynamic and expanding legal practice in the South West. We are currently seeking a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join the Dispute Resolution Department and work on a varied and exciting caseload.
The Role:
As a qualified lawyer (5+ years PQE or equivalent), you will work closely under the supervision of Director and Head of the Dispute Resolution department, and other senior team members. You will be handling a range of disputes across various sectors, including:
- Commercial litigation
Commercial property litigation
Contentious trusts and probate
Construction disputes
There is an opportunity to specialise in one or more of these areas as you develop your expertise and contribute to the department's growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a broad range of dispute resolution matters, including:
Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
JVA disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes
- Easements/restrictive covenants, boundary disputes, adverse possession, and property damage claims
Residential possession claims
Contentious trusts and probate
Construction disputes
Networking and building relationships with clients
Taking an active role in developing and growing the Dispute Resolution department
Providing excellent client care and managing expectations
What We're Looking For:
- 5+ years PQE (or equivalent experience as a case handling paralegal in dispute resolution)
Knowledge and experience in County Courts and/or High Court litigation
Experience in any of the following areas:
- Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
Commercial litigation (JVA disputes, shareholder/partnership disputes)
Property disputes (easements, boundary, adverse possession)
Residential possession claims
Contentious trusts and probate
Construction disputes
A client-focused attitude with a passion for networking and business development
Enthusiasm to work as part of a highly motivated team
Benefits :
- Competitive market rate salary
Excellent career progression and opportunities to specialise
The chance to take a central role in the development of the Dispute Resolution offering
A supportive working environment that values work/life balance
Hybrid working with some flexibility to work remotely or from other offices
To apply for this position, please submit your CV via the Apply Now button or contact Shannon Bunch on shannon.bunch@hawk-3.com
If this role is permanent, Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is operating as the employment business. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job
Whilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future
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