The posting
Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Overview
A well-established regional law firm is seeking a proactive and experienced Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters while contributing to the growth and development of a forward-thinking department.
The Role
The successful candidate will be confident, structured, and experienced in civil litigation, handling a mixed caseload including:
- Commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes
- Consumer law matters
- Boundary disputes
- Contentious probate matters
You will also support the departments marketing initiatives to promote the firms reputation and grow the client base.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate new work and maintain high-quality service for existing clients
- Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department, encouraging cross-referrals across offices and practice areas
- Achieve fee income targets and departmental objectives
- Keep up to date with legislation and best practice in civil and commercial litigation
- Manage billing, cash flow, and daily time records accurately
- Perform fee-earning work in line with the firms quality and risk procedures
Person Specification
Essential
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- Experience managing a busy caseload and working autonomously
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to develop strong client relationships
- Willingness and ability to undertake advocacy
- Strong organisational skills and problem-solving abilities
- Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Professional, positive, flexible, and a team player
Desirable
- Experience with SOS Connect or other case management systems
Benefits
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Staff discount on legal and wealth management services
- Income protection
- Life assurance (3x salary)
- Salary exchange pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme



