Dispute Resolution/Litigation Associate Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE)

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Full‑Time | Hybrid/Remote Options Available | Mid‑Sussex (Office Base)

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Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 DOE

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Bonus: 20% of billings above £180,000

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Commission: 15% of any work introduced to the firm

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The Opportunity

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We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Dispute Resolution/Litigation Associate Solicitor (NQ-3 years PQE) to join a modern, forward‑thinking law firm with a strong reputation for high‑quality civil and commercial litigation work.

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This role offers a varied and intellectually challenging caseload, including corporate, commercial, property and intellectual property disputes, alongside the opportunity to develop client relationships and progress quickly within the firm.

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Flexible working arrangements are available, including office‑based, hybrid or fully remote working, subject to business needs.

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Working Hours & Progression

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Standard hours are:

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• Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00pm
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• Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Solicitors who generate higher billings are rewarded with enhanced remuneration and accelerated career progression.

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The Firm

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This is a full‑service law firm advising clients across England and Wales and internationally. The firm combines technical excellence with a pragmatic, personable approach to client service.

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You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive environment that values innovation, embraces legal technology and AI and encourages entrepreneurial thinking.

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Firm values include:

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• Client‑centred and responsive service
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• Technical expertise with commercial insight
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• Collaboration and approachability
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• Innovation and technology‑enabled working
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The Role

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Reporting to Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitors, you will:

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• Run your own caseload with appropriate supervision
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• Act as the primary point of contact for clients
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• Delegate to and assist with supervising trainees and paralegals
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• Work alongside an established network of experienced Consultant Solicitors
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• Handle disputes across multiple practice areas
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Areas of work include:

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• Property disputes
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• Corporate and commercial litigation
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• Employment disputes
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• Wills and probate disputes
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• Intellectual property litigation
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Key Responsibilities

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• Managing a varied civil and commercial dispute resolution caseload
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• Handling County Court and High Court litigation
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• Advising clients clearly, commercially and pragmatically
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• Converting new enquiries via introductory video calls
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• Using AI tools and legal technology within day‑to‑day practice
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• Supporting marketing, networking and business development initiatives
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• Building long‑term client relationships
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About You

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• A qualified Solicitor (NQ-3 years PQE) with experience in dispute resolution or litigation
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• Experienced in active County Court and/or High Court litigation
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• Confident working across a range of civil and commercial disputes
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• Able to work autonomously while responding positively to supervision
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• Detail‑focused with strong drafting and advocacy skills
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• Commercially aware with an interest in business development
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• Comfortable using modern IT systems and AI‑enabled legal tools
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• Professional, personable and client‑focused
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• Resilient, organised and able to manage a busy caseload effectively
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Why Apply?

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This role is ideal for a Solicitor seeking