Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Job Title: Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Location: Wigan

Salary - Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

A top tier Legal 500 ranked law firm is expanding its dispute resolution team across its Wigan and Liverpool offices. Known for delivering pragmatic, high-quality legal advice to a broad client base, the firm has built a strong reputation in commercial litigation while maintaining a supportive and down-to-earth culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified and those with post-qualification experience to join a growing team handling a varied and engaging caseload of commercial disputes.

The Role

You will work closely with experienced litigators on a wide range of commercial dispute matters, gaining exposure to high-quality work while developing your technical and client management skills.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with and managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters

Working on disputes including breach of contract, shareholder/director issues, debt recovery, professional negligence and general business disputes

Supporting on all stages of litigation, from pre-action through to trial and enforcement

Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and legal research

Attending client meetings, court hearings and mediations where appropriate

Collaborating with colleagues across the wider firm to deliver effective client outcomes

Supporting business development activities and maintaining strong client relationships

About You

NQ + with background from litigation (civil or commercial), housing despair, personal injury, dispute resolution, debt recovery

Strong academic background and solid technical grounding

A keen interest in developing a career in commercial disputes

Confident communicator with good client-facing skills

Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities

A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

What’s on Offer

High-quality work with a diverse client base

Working for Legal 500 ranked firm

Supportive and approachable team environment

Genuine career progression and development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexibility and a positive work-life balance

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious solicitor looking to build their career within a respected regional firm that combines quality work with a supportive culture