Civil Litigation Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive – Bridport

Overview

In this role you will manage a varied civil litigation caseload with emphasis on contested probate, property disputes, and boundary issues. You will work within a supportive litigation team to advise clients clearly, handle files end-to-end, and nurture relationships with clients and external parties. You will contribute to business development and help ensure compliance with regulatory and firm standards. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities to progress within a growing practice. This is an ideal fit for a litigator seeking to leverage strong probate and property expertise within a collaborative regional firm.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working options
• Competitive salary 45,000 to 60,000
• Generous holiday allowance
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Opportunities for career progression
• Benefits package

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of civil litigation matters with a focus on contested probate, property disputes, and boundary issues
• Advising clients with clarity and professionalism across a range of contentious matters
• Handling files independently from instruction to resolution
• Building strong relationships with clients, counsel, and third parties
• Contributing to business development and supporting the wider litigation team
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm standards

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in civil litigation
• Extensive experience in contested probate is essential
• Strong knowledge of property litigation and boundary disputes
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Strong client care and communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• client care and communication
• team collaboration
• professionalism and adaptability
• contested probate
• property litigation
• boundary disputes

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