Solicitor - Agriculture & Estates Litigation-Bristol-PQE

Reference:  - Agriculture & Estates Litigation - Bristol - 0-3 Years PQE

Location:

Bristol (Hybrid Working)
Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time Salary: 55,000 to 70,000 (dependent on experience)
A leading national Agriculture & Estates team is seeking a Solicitor (0-3 years PQE) to join its Litigation sub team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work within one of the largest and most respected agricultural practices in the UK, advising farmers, landowners, landed estates, developers and agri businesses on a wide range of rural disputes.

The Role You will join a specialist team of rural litigators with deep sector knowledge, supporting clients from early case assessment through to mediation, arbitration and court proceedings.

Responsibilities include:

Managing a varied caseload of agricultural and rural disputes with appropriate supervision

Drafting statements of case, witness statements, applications and other key litigation documents

Undertaking disclosure exercises and preparing cases for hearings and trials

Advising on farming partnership and succession disputes (including proprietary estoppel)
Handling AHA/ATA tenancy issues, landlord and tenant disputes, rights of way and other property matters

Advising on restrictive covenants, boundary issues, contract claims and public law/judicial review challenges

Participating in mediation, arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution

Working closely with colleagues across the wider Agriculture & Estates team Supporting marketing, networking and business development initiatives

This is a hands on role offering exposure to high quality rural litigation work and the support of a strong national bench of agricultural specialists.

Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a motivated and detail driven lawyer with:

Completion of a recognised training contract or equivalent qualifying experience0-3 years' PQE gained at a reputable legal practice

Demonstrable interest in Agriculture & Estates work Strong attention to detail and consistently high quality drafting skills

Excellent communication and client care skills

Professional integrity and a commitment to delivering excellent service

Competence using Microsoft Word, Excel, case management systems, Outlook and digital dictationPQE is provided as a guide only - candidates will be assessed on individual merit.

Benefits The firm offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Long service holiday awards

Private healthcare (after probation)
Pension scheme (5% employer / 5% employee)
Staff profit share and performance bonus scheme

Salary sacrifice options

Life assurance (4x salary) and permanent health insurance

Paid CSR day Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Subsidised gym membership

Electric car scheme

Dress for your day policy

Hybrid working and flexible working options

The firm is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

How to Apply

For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Olivia Reed Email:
/ At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*