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Commercial Litigation - 5 - Canterbury/Maidstone

Henderson Scott
Posted 10 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Canterbury, Kent CT4 7AR, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A well-regarded law firm in Kent is seeking a Litigation Lawyer with 5+ years PQE for their expanding Dispute Resolution team.
  • The position offers a salary of up to £70,000 depending on experience and includes the flexibility to work from either the Canterbury or Maidstone office, with hybrid working options.
  • Key responsibilities include advising clients on civil and commercial disputes, managing a varied caseload, and building strong client relationships.
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, be a confident communicator, and possess the ability to provide strategic, client-focused advice.
  • This role presents opportunities for professional development and career growth within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

?? Litigation Lawyer - 5+ PQE?? Canterbury or Maidstone (Hybrid working available)

?? Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a well-regarded and progressive law firm in Kent. The Dispute Resolution team is expanding and looking for a talented Litigation Solicitor to support continued growth and client demand.

This role offers flexibility to be based in either the Canterbury or Maidstone office, with the option to work from home part of the week.

?? Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise and represent clients in a wide range of civil and commercial disputes
  • Handle cases independently while working closely with senior team members on more complex matters
  • Manage a varied caseload, potentially involving company and partnership disputes, construction issues, education sector matters, or IP litigation
  • Provide commercially pragmatic advice to business clients
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, engaging at a senior level where appropriate
  • Support business development activities and contribute to the wider success of the team

????? About You:

  • 5+ years PQE (though we are open to applications from all levels with relevant experience)
  • Strong background in civil or commercial litigation
  • A confident communicator with the ability to provide strategic, client-focused advice
  • Comfortable working with SME and corporate clients
  • Self-motivated, with the ability to manage your own caseload and meet deadlines
  • A team player who is keen to grow within a collaborative and supportive environment

? What's On Offer:

  • A chance to join a respected and ambitious Kent law firm
  • A dynamic, friendly, and supportive dispute resolution team
  • Hybrid working and flexibility to support work-life balance
  • Opportunities for continued professional development and career growth

Interested?Apply in confidence or reach out directly to Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott on . All enquiries will be handled discreetly.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.