Applications without cover letters will not be considered.
Goodlaw Solicitors LLP is looking for a dynamic and experienced Commercial and Property Litigation Solicitor/Legal Executive to join their Dispute Resolution team in Brighton and Hove. We are a vibrant, friendly firm seeking the best talent to join and grow with us. This role is ideal for a solicitor with 5 or more years of post-qualification experience who is ready to take on a varied and challenging caseload, working with a diverse client base including businesses, landlords, developers, and individuals.

Key duties

• Handling a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, director/shareholder issues, and professional negligence claims
• Managing property litigation cases, such as lease renewals, dilapidations, rent arrears, forfeiture, boundary disputes, and landlord & tenant issues
• Advising clients on litigation strategy, risk, and settlement options
• Conducting negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings
• Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships
• Mentoring junior team members where required
• Assisting the Partnership in building the commercial litigation offering in the Brighton and Hove area

Benefits
· Salary from £45,000 per annum DOE
· 35 hour working week
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
· Pension
· Health and well-being scheme
· Cycle to work scheme
· Electric car scheme
Please provide a CV and cover letter explaining your suitability for the role to Emma Knight direct at recruitment@goodlawsolicitors.co.uk, or via this service.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hove BN3 3JA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Solicitor / Executive : 5 years (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Handling a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, director/shareholder issues, and professional negligence claims
• Managing property litigation cases, such as lease renewals, dilapidations, rent arrears, forfeiture, boundary disputes, and landlord & tenant issues
• Advising clients on litigation strategy, risk, and settlement options
• Conducting negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings
• Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships
• Mentoring junior team members where required
• Assisting the Partnership in building the commercial litigation offering in the Brighton and Hove are