Junior Commercial Litigation Solicitor – Office-Based Role (NQ–2 PQE)
Property & Business Disputes
Location: Ashbourne
Working Pattern: Office-based, Monday to Friday
Working Hours: 9.00am to 5.15pm
Salary: £36,000 per annum (with scope depending on experience)
PQE Level: 0–2 years (up to 3 years considered)
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation / Business & Property Disputes
About the Role
We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Junior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join our friendly and established litigation team based in Ashbourne.
This is a fully office-based opportunity for a junior solicitor who values working closely with experienced lawyers, regular collaboration and hands-on development within a supportive team environment.
You will gain exposure to a varied and interesting caseload involving business, property, land, estates and wealth-related disputes, working alongside experienced litigators and developing the skills needed for a successful career in specialist dispute resolution.
This is not a high-volume debt recovery role. Instead, you will be involved in complex and varied disputes where you will have the opportunity to develop your technical ability, take increasing responsibility and gain genuine client exposure from an early stage.
The Work
You will work across a broad range of litigation matters, including:
- Commercial and contractual disputes
- Property and land disputes
- Estate and inheritance-related disputes
- Shareholder and partnership disputes
- Insolvency-related litigation
- Enforcement proceedings
- Injunctions and urgent interim applications
- General civil litigation and Business & Property Court matters
Every matter is different, providing variety, intellectual challenge and the opportunity to develop as a well-rounded litigator.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a bright, practical and enthusiastic solicitor who is keen to build a long-term career in litigation.
Essential:
- Qualified Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE ideally; up to 3 PQE considered)
- Some litigation experience gained during training or post-qualification
- Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to take ownership of work with appropriate supervision
- Genuine interest in developing as a specialist litigator
Desirable:
- Experience running own files
- Exposure to commercial, property or civil litigation
- Experience drafting pleadings, correspondence and procedural documents
- Interest in rural, agricultural or countryside-related matters (advantageous but not essential)
We are particularly interested in candidates who are:
- Ambitious and eager to progress
- Commercially aware and practical in their approach
- Resilient, organised and proactive
- Comfortable working closely with senior lawyers
- Looking for high-quality work and long-term development
The Team
You will join a well-established litigation team comprising:
- 3 senior lawyers
- 1 junior solicitor
- 5–6 trainees across the wider firm
The firm has approximately 35 staff and offers a close-knit, supportive environment where junior lawyers receive genuine guidance and mentoring.
Working Environment
The role is offic