Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive - Dispute Resolution

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive – Dispute Resolution

Kingsbridge, Totnes, Plymouth or Bristol (Hybrid Working After Probation)

Hawk3 Talent Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client, a respected and long established multi discipline legal firm, who are seeking an experienced Dispute Resolution lawyer to join their expanding team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a highly regarded department offering a broad range of contentious work, strong supervision, and the chance to specialise in areas that genuinely interest you.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (2+ PQE or equivalent experience) to join their Dispute Resolution team. You will work closely with the Director and Head of Department, alongside other senior lawyers.

The department handles a wide variety of disputes, including:

• Commercial litigation
• Commercial property litigation
• Property litigation
• Contentious trusts and probate
• Construction disputes

There is genuine scope to specialise in one or more of these areas, and the firm actively encourages lawyers to develop niche expertise.

This role can be based at any of the firm’s offices: Kingsbridge, Totnes, Plymouth or Bristol, with hybrid working available after probation.

Caseload & Team Structure

• Caseloads vary depending on experience and specialism
• The team currently includes a newly qualified solicitor and two paralegals in training
• This creates a unique opportunity for new joiners to shape their workload and discuss preferred specialisms during interview
• Common matters include:
• Commercial landlord & tenant disputes
• Shareholder, partnership and JVA disputes
• Easements, restrictive covenants, boundary disputes and injunctive proceedings
• Residential possession claims
• Contentious trusts and probate
• Construction‑related disputes

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of civil and commercial disputes
• Conducting litigation in the County Court and/or High Court
• Advising clients on risk, strategy and dispute resolution options
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and settlement documents
• Working collaboratively with senior lawyers and supporting junior team members
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development
• Maintaining excellent file management and ensuring regulatory compliance

Who We’re Looking For

• Strong litigation experience in the County Court and/or High Court
• Experience in some of the following areas:
• Commercial landlord & tenant disputes
• Commercial litigation (shareholder, partnership, JVA disputes)
• Easements, restrictive covenants, boundary issues, adverse possession
• Residential possession matters
• Contentious trusts and probate
• Construction disputes
• Excellent client care skills and a confident communication style
• Ability to work under pressure and meet client expectations
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for contributing to departmental growth
• A proactive approach to networking and relationship‑building

What Our Client Offers

Career & Professional Development

• Genuine opportunities for progression
• Full support for CPD, training, conferences and qualifications
• Funding for professional memberships
• Clear promotion pathways
• Opportunities to contribute to business development and firm wide initiatives

Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle

• Hybrid working
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays + discretionary Christmas closure
• Additional holiday for long service
• Company pension
• Free annual flu jabs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental health support
• Modern, comfortable offices
• Free parking
• Coaching and mentoring

Culture & Extras

• Supportive, friendly and inclusive working environment
• Regular social events and team activities
• Firm‑wide away days
• Staff discounts on legal services
• Office perks including great coffee, snacks and seasonal celebrations

 

Closing date is 3rd March 2026

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

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