Litigation Solicitor

Job Description

Litigation Solicitor Dispute Resolution (4 PQE)

Location:

Luton Area Hybrid Working

Join our clients thriving Dispute Resolution team as a Litigation Solicitor and take the lead on a diverse caseload spanning civil commercial and property disputes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigator seeking a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, your clients are engaged and your career progression is prioritised. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team handling matters from inception through to resolution with genuine autonomy over your cases.

As a Litigation Solicitor you will :

• Lead case management for civil commercial and property disputes from initial instruction through to trial and settlement
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on dispute resolution options, risk assessment and cost‑benefit analysis
• Draft and review pleadings, correspondence and legal submissions to court
• Conduct client meetings and negotiations with opposing counsel to progress matters efficiently
• Manage caseloads of 4–6 active files prioritising effectively and meeting deadlines consistently
• Contribute to team development by mentoring junior staff and sharing best practice
• Maintain professional relationships with courts, opposing solicitors and clients

• Minimum 4 years Post‑Qualification Experience (PQE) in litigation or dispute resolution
• Proven experience handling civil commercial and/or property disputes
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills with demonstrated success in resolving matters
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities
• Proficiency with legal case management systems and Microsoft Office
• Rights of audience (or willingness to obtain) for higher courts (desirable)
• Current practising certificate in good standing

• Experience with alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mediation or arbitration
• Knowledge of commercial property disputes
• Track record of client satisfaction and retention

Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal wellbeing:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience and specialisation)
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office (Luton) 2 days remote flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• Generous annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme:
  Employer contribution (up to 5%)
• Professional development: CPD training budget support for specialist qualifications (e.g., advocacy training)
• Health and wellbeing:
  Private health insurance, employee assistance programme, gym membership discount
• Flexible benefits:
  Childcare vouchers, cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Career progression:
  Clear pathway to senior associate and partnership opportunities
• Supportive culture:
  Collaborative team environment with genuine work‑life balance

Based in the Luton Area, Bedfordshire with a modern office environment. Hybrid working arrangement (3 days on‑site 2 days remote) allows you to balance office collaboration with focused remote work. Excellent transport links and on‑site parking available.

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to progress your litigation career with a respected practice, we’d love to hear from you.

Mara Watson

Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions Ltd

This vacancy has been shared with us in confidence by our client. All applications will be treated with discretion and CVs will only be submitted to our client with your explicit written consent.