Job Description

Full-time Dispute Resolution Solicitor/Lawyer (3+ years' PQE)

We are seeking a talented Dispute Resolution Solicitor/Lawyer to join our expanding Dispute Resolution department.

The role

We're looking for someone with solid post-qualification experience (3-6 years) in a broad range of civil and commercial disputes. Experience across some or all of the following would be advantageous:

Contractual and commercial claims (supply, services, sale of goods) Property and land disputes (boundary/party wall, easements, landlord & tenant) Contentious probate and trust disputes Professional negligence Company/shareholder and partnership disputes Debt recovery and enforcement ADR, including mediation and without-prejudice negotiations Case strategy, drafting statements of case, interim applications and (where appropriate) advocacy

About you

You will:

Demonstrate strong technical ability, sound judgement, and confident case management Communicate clearly with clients and opponents, with excellent drafting skills Be comfortable running your own caseload with appropriate supervision Build and nurture client relationships and play an active role in business development in the local market Be organised, proactive, and collaborative within a busy team

Location & working pattern

This position is based at our

Elwick Road office in Ashford

, five minutes from Ashford International Station.

Flexible working

may be available.

Why Kingsfords?

We value long-standing client relationships and a practical, client-focused approach. You will have access to training and legal research resources to support your development, together with opportunities to broaden your contentious experience.

Remuneration & benefits

Competitive starting salary Discretionary bonus scheme Membership of our health care plan 25 days' annual leave Parking And many more benefits (see

Careers with Us - Kingsfords Solicitors in Kent

)

How to apply:

Please send your CV to Daniel Crook, Director, at

dbc@kingsfords.net

.