Litigation Lawyer

Overview

In Hampshire, join a supportive team as a Litigation Lawyer with strong focus on property disputes and contentious probate. You will manage a varied caseload, advise on related disputes, and draft pleadings while building lasting client relationships. This role emphasizes client care, commercial advice, and collaborative problem-solving to resolve complex matters. You will develop your expertise across a challenging caseload within a firm committed to quality and professional growth. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to high-quality client service and to advance your litigation career.

Pay / Benefits

• pension
• holiday entitlement
• career development and progression

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of contentious matters with emphasis on property litigation and contentious probate
• Advise on property-related disputes, professional negligence and contractual claims
• Draft pleadings and court documents, attend hearings and client meetings
• Negotiate settlements to achieve effective outcomes
• Provide clear, commercially minded advice and build lasting client relationships
• Collaborate with colleagues to resolve complex disputes and develop expertise
• Manage matters independently with a client-focused approach

Key requirements

• 5+ years PQE
• Solicitor or Litigation Fee Earner
• Proven experience in contentious probate (essential)
• Strong expertise in property litigation (highly desirable)
• Exposure to professional negligence and contractual disputes (advantageous)
• Confident communicator with excellent technical skills
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation procedures
• Client-focused with ability to handle complex matters independently

• client-focused
• excellent communication
• collaborative
• drafting pleadings
• court documentation
• hearings participation

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