Dispute Resolution Fee Earner 4-6yrs PQE

Are you an ambitious and driven solicitor with a passion for resolving complex disputes? Do you have 4 – 6 years PQE in commercial litigation and a desire to work with a dynamic and forward-thinking team? If so we have an exciting opportunity for you!

About Herrington Carmichael:

Herrington Carmichael LLP isn’t your average law firm. We’re an award-winning, Legal 500 ranked team known for our commitment to growth, fostering strong relationships, and our ambitious approach to providing full-service legal guidance for businesses, families, and individuals. We value collaboration and strive for excellence in everything we do.

About the role:

We are looking for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join our Dispute Resolution team. As a fee earner in this role, you will manage a broad and varied caseload of contentious matters, taking ownership of cases from initial instruction through to resolution. Your work will involve:

• Contract Disputes: Advising and representing clients in breach of contract claims, including disputes over supply agreements, service contracts, and business terms.
• Shareholder & Partnership Disputes: Handling conflicts arising from shareholder agreements, partnership dissolutions, and director misfeasance claims.
• Professional Negligence Claims: Acting for claimants or defendants in cases against professionals such as solicitors, accountants, and surveyors.
• Insolvency Litigation: Supporting insolvency practitioners, businesses, and creditors in contentious insolvency proceedings, including asset recovery and director liability claims.
• Debt Recovery: Pursuing and defending high-value debt claims, including the drafting of statutory demands and enforcement proceedings.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Advising on and participating in mediations, arbitrations, and other forms of ADR to resolve disputes without the need for court proceedings.
• Court Representation: Preparing cases for trial, drafting pleadings, and instructing You will also play a key role in developing and maintaining strong client relationships by providing commercially focused advice and ensuring a pragmatic, solutions-driven approach to resolving disputes.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a confident and proactive solicitor who:

• Has 4-6 years PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage a variety of cases.
• Possesses excellent drafting skills, including the ability to draft correspondence, pleadings, and witness statements.
• Is commercially astute, with a focus on delivering practical and cost-effective solutions.
• Has exceptional client care skills, with the ability to build trust and communicate effectively with clients of all backgrounds.
• Works well independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Counsel for advocacy where necessary.

The Perks:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Generous Fee Earner bonus.
• Free car parking for your convenience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including a pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday plus an additional day for Christmas closure and Perkbox benefits.
• Hybrid working with defined core hours, offering flexibility to adjust start and end times as needed.
• The opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive and dynamic team.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about providing exceptional service, excited to be part of a winning team, and embraces our core values of Growth, Relationships, Ambition, Collaboration, and Excellence. If that sounds like you, send your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications to Kate Hardesty, Resourcing Manager, at careers@herrington-carmichael.com.

Herrington Carmichael is dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fair and transparent recruitment processes. Reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and success.