Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive-Litigation-Exeter-0-5 PQE

Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Litigation - Exeter - 0-5 Years PQE
Location: Hybrid (Exeter)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (36.25 hours per week)
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000

A nationally regarded South West law firm is seeking a Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (0-5 PQE) to join its successful Dispute Resolution team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial and civil litigation matters within a supportive, friendly and high performing team.

The Role

You'll assist partners and senior lawyers on a varied caseload, with particular exposure to:

• Disputed wills and trusts
• Commercial litigation matters
• A broad range of disputes for businesses, charities, institutions and high net worth individuals
• Day to day conduct of files with support to build and develop your own caseload
• Opportunities to develop a specialism and carve out your own niche
• Regular team training, collaboration and involvement in wider firm activities

Initially, you will be office based in Exeter to familiarise yourself with the team and systems. The team works flexibly, typically attending the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a motivated, client focused lawyer who:

• Is a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 0-5 years PQE
• Has a practical and proactive approach to resolving disputes
• Ideally has some experience in contentious trusts and probate (not essential)
• Is a strong communicator and enjoys working collaboratively
• Is committed to delivering excellent client care
• Is keen to develop their skills and build a long term litigation career

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Strong investment in training, development and progression
• Opportunities to develop a specialism and build a recognised profile
• A culture built on high quality work, healthy growth and happy teams
• Access to excellent resources, including a law library and appropriate use of AI

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 from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any 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.

*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.*

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