Average Dispute Solicitor salary in Staffordshire

Associate - Real Estate Dispute Resolution Birmingham | 2-5 PQE A leading national law firm is looking to recruit a Real Estate Dispute Resolution Associate to join its well-established Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad and high-quality range of contentious property matters, supporting experienced senior lawyers and gaining meaningful responsibility from day one. The role You'll be involved in a varied and engaging mix of contentious property work, advising clients across a broad range of real estate disputes. The role will include: Advising on landlord and tenant matters such as lease renewals, dilapidations and forfeiture Acting on disputes arising from development projects, including rights of light, restrictive covenants and boundary issues Managing possession proceedings and trespass-related claims Assisting with property insolvency and enforcement matters Preparing court documentation, including statements of case, witness evidence and counsel instructions Attending hearings, mediations and client meetings Running your own matters with support and guidance as appropriate Assisting senior team members on complex litigation and ADR cases Supporting marketing, profile-raising and business development activity This role offers outstanding exposure to high-quality work and the chance to learn from highly experienced practitioners in a supportive environment. The team The Real Estate Dispute Resolution team is a specialist, well-regarded group within a wider national property practice. The team is known for its commercial, straight-talking approach and its ability to resolve complex disputes with clarity and confidence. You'll join a genuinely collaborative and approachable team that acts for developers, investors, landlords, tenants and public sector bodies, working closely with clients to deliver practical and effective solutions. About you You'll be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales, ideally with 2-5 years' PQE in property litigation. You'll have: Strong technical knowledge of real estate disputes Experience in County Court and First-tier Tribunal proceedings The ability to manage your own workload effectively Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach A genuine enthusiasm to learn, develop and progress Why apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in property litigation, gain exposure to complex and varied disputes, and be part of a team that values collaboration, learning and commercial thinking. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

This In-House Contentious Solicitor role is a 12-month FTC based in Coventry, offering a hybrid working pattern of two days in the office and three from home. You will take ownership of complex contentious and compliance matters, advising senior stakeholders across a large, multifaceted organisation during a maternity cover period starting ASAP. Client Details Our client is a large, internationally recognised group, employing thousands of staff and supporting a diverse client population across the UK and overseas. Known for innovation, social impact and strong governance, the organisation operates in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment and places real value on its in-house legal function as a strategic partner to the business. With a strong commitment to professional development, collaboration and flexible working, this is an organisation where legal professionals are trusted advisors, working closely with senior leadership to shape policy, manage risk and support long-term institutional objectives. Description The In-House Contentious Solicitor will be: * Providing strategic and operational oversight of contentious and compliance matters * Leading on disputes, regulatory issues, and claims, including pre-action correspondence, and pleadings * Advising on contract law, consumer law, civil procedure rules and court processes * Developing and implementing group-wide contentious and compliance frameworks * Acting as a key advisor in fitness to practise, safeguarding, Prevent and DBS issues * Managing relationships with senior stakeholders across teams * Instructing and managing external counsel in the UK and overseas * Supporting risk mitigation through training, policy review and procedural improvements * Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and paralegals within the team * Reporting on legal risk, case progress and outcomes to senior leadership Profile The In-House Contentious Solicitor should be: * A solicitor or equivalent with 6+ years PQE in contentious and compliance matters * Highly experienced in managing complex disputes through ADR and court processes * Strong in civil procedure rules, contract law and regulatory frameworks * Comfortable operating in a fast-changing, regulated environment * Experienced in advising senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making * Confident delivering training and guiding non-legal teams * Experienced in line management or supervision Job Offer * 12-month fixed term contract with immediate start * Hybrid working model - 2 days office / 3 days home * Exposure to high-profile, complex and strategic legal work * Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and governance teams * A genuinely influential in-house role rather than pure case handling * Supportive, collaborative legal team with strong professional standards If you're an experienced Contentious Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Employment Solicitor – Birmingham Are you an ambitious Employment Solicitor looking to take your career to the next level? Are you seeking to join a thriving, regional law firm-highly respected and recognised in the Legal 500 and Chambers?About the Role:Our highly reputable legal 500 law firm is on the lookout for a dedicated Employment Solicitor (3-5years PQE) providing expert advice to both employers and employees on a range of employment issues to include managing Employment Tribunal claims and handling TUPE, redundancy and workplace disputes along with drafting and negotiating settlement agreements, employment contracts and staff handbooks.  About You:To be considered for this Employment Solicitor role you must have 3-5 years PQE in employment law along with strong experience in handling employment tribunal claims and complex cases. You must have excellent communication , negotiation and client management skills and a proactive approach to business development. What's in It for You?29 days' holiday (plus four extra days at Christmas and bank holidays!)Healthcare benefit scheme  24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing servicesDiscounted legal fees for you & your family  Death in service provisionCompany pension schemeAnnual colleague event & an engaging social sceneHybrid working On top of the above the firm offers clear career progression, the traditional Partnership model along with the firm very much remaining independent from being backed by private equity etc! If you are an Employment Solicitor  ready to take the next step in your career? Please do speak to Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal or apply online for more information. #INDMALN