Disputes & Litigation Solicitor

Due to continued growth and increasing demand for our services, we are actively recruiting new team members to support our thriving firm across various departments, as part of our strategic recruitment campaign.

We are committed to providing exceptional legal services, and as our client base grows, so does our need for talented professionals who are ready to make a difference.

Bright Solicitors is a modern, strategically growing firm with a strong national client base. As part of our continued development, we are seeking an experienced Disputes and Litigation Solicitor to join our expanding Litigation team. We are looking for candidates with broad dispute resolution experience, strong technical ability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

Bright Solicitors is committed to creating a professional environment where talented individuals can build long-term, sustainable careers. Our approach to work–life balance is structured, intentional, and embedded within our operational practices.

We Provide:

• A well-governed, balanced working structure, ensuring workloads remain manageable and aligned with defined service standards.
• Clear expectations and sustainable caseloads, allowing you to maintain performance without compromising your wellbeing.
• Predictable and protected working hours, with a standard 9am–5pm schedule and a culture that does not encourage out-of-hours work.
• Responsible flexibility, applied where operationally appropriate, to support personal commitments while maintaining client service excellence.
• A collaborative, performance-driven environment, where teams operate with professionalism, mutual support, and shared objectives.
• Ongoing career development, backed by structured progression pathways and investment in your long-term growth within the firm.

Joining Bright Solicitors means becoming part of a firm that provides stability, professional support, and opportunities for advancement within a well-managed organisational framework.

As a Solicitor in our Litigation & Disputes Team you will be required to effectively manage a varied caseload.

Typical work may include:

• Residential and Commercial Landlord & Tenant
• Boundary disputes
• Shareholder and partnership disputes

Key Responsibilities:

• You will be expected to handle files independently (appropriate to your PQE)
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and settlement agreements
• Conduct legal research and preparing advice
• Represent clients in negotiations and ADR processes
• Prepare cases for court and attending hearings where required
• Support colleagues on complex matters and contributing to team development
• Contribute to business development
• Strong technical knowledge, ensuring you stay up to date with developments in relevant areas of law
• Excellent communication and client-care abilities
• Ability to work proactively, manage deadlines and prioritise effectively
• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales, CILEX Lawyer with practice rights, or experienced Paralegal considered
• 0-5 years PQE

• 25 Days Paid Leave (Excluding Bank Holidays)
• Additional Gifted Christmas Leave
• WPA Health Insurance Cover
• Regular Staff Social Events and Networking Opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Free Indoor Bike Storage
• Monthly Wellness Leave

At Bright, we are dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture where every employee feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative atmosphere for all team members.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Our hiring practices are designed to ensure fairness and equity and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of any Protected Characteristic including race, religion or belief, age, sex, disability, marital status and civil partnership, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity.

Job Type: Full-Time (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm)
Location: Studio 5-11, 5 Millbay Road, Plymouth, PL1 3LF

Salary: Competitive
Start Date: Immediate