Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Commercial Litigation NQ – Preston The Opportunity An opportunity has arisen for a junior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a highly regarded disputes team handling a broad range of commercial litigation matters for both private and public sector clients. This role offers excellent exposure to varied and high-quality work within a supportive and collaborative environment, making it an ideal opportunity for an NQ-2 PQE Solicitor looking to further develop their commercial disputes experience. The team advises on a wide range of complex and commercially sensitive matters and is known for its practical, solutions-focused approach. The Role You will manage your own caseload while also supporting senior lawyers on more complex disputes across a broad range of commercial litigation matters. Work will include: • Contractual disputes • Shareholder and partnership disputes • Director disputes • Breach of warranty claims • Professional negligence matters • Commercial supply contract disputes • Restrictive covenant and confidentiality breaches • Media and reputational disputes The role will also involve: • Advising clients on contentious matters from inception through to resolution • Managing communications with clients, opponents, courts and third parties • Assisting with new enquiries and business development activity • Collaborating with colleagues across wider teams on joint matters and projects • Supporting the continued growth and development of the team Requirements • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales • NQ-2 years’ PQE within Commercial Litigation • Strong technical and drafting skills • Previous experience handling commercial disputes matters • Excellent organisation and time management skills • Strong client care and communication abilities • Ability to manage competing deadlines within a busy team environment • Commercial and pragmatic approach to problem-solving Interest in business development activities and emerging areas such as AI and legal technology would be advantageous. #INDMALN