Litigation Solicitor

  • Simpson Judge
  • Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
  • Jan 05, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

General Litigation Solicitor (2 years PQE+)

Nottingham (Hybrid)

Salary DOE

A growing dispute resolution team is seeking a Solicitor to take on a broad and stimulating general litigation caseload. This position is suited to someone with at least two years of post-qualification experience who is confident managing files independently while working within a collaborative practice.

Scope of Work

The successful candidate will handle an extensive range of contentious matters, which may include:

  • Commercial and contractual disagreements

  • Property-related disputes, including landlord and tenant issues

  • Debt recovery actions and enforcement processes

  • Employment-related claims and professional liability matters

  • Boundary and neighbour-related conflicts

  • Contentious probate and wider civil litigation instructions

Key Duties

  • Running a personal caseload from initial instruction through to resolution

  • Providing clear, commercially focused advice to clients

  • Preparing statements of case, evidence, and all necessary written materials

  • Conducting negotiations and attending hearings as required

  • Supporting client relationship management and contributing to wider business development initiatives

Candidate Profile

  • Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' experience in general civil litigation

  • Strong grasp of the Civil Procedure Rules and related practice

  • Excellent drafting, communication, and client-handling capabilities

  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise and progress a diverse workload with minimal supervision

  • Motivated, commercially aware, and keen to contribute to team objectives

Offer

  • Competitive remuneration aligned with experience

  • 21 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

  • An additional four-day closure over the Christmas period

  • Holiday purchase scheme and incremental leave awarded for long service

  • Pension scheme

  • Ongoing learning and development support

  • Genuine scope for career advancement

  • Hybrid working arrangements open for discussion

  • Supportive, energetic working environment

If this popsition sounds of interest to you please contact Steph at Simpson Judge