538 Solicitor jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title:
Solicitor (3+ years PQE) – Inquiries (Public & FAI) and Civil Department

Location:
Glasgow, Scotland (Hybrid options available)

Salary:
Competitive, with excellent career progression opportunities

Job Type:
Full-time, Permanent

We are currently recruiting for a thriving, progressive law firm dedicated to fighting for justice, representing individuals and families inquiries and complex civil litigation cases.

Our clients team are expanding and as such we a seeking a dedicated and motivated Solicitor to join their dynamic and fast-paced Inquiries and Civil Department.

The Role:
We are looking for a Solicitor with 3+ years PQE to handle civil claims involving complex cases, including deaths in custody, clinical negligence and personal injury. The role offers a unique opportunity to be directly involved in high-profile public inquiries.

You will also work autonomously to manage your caseload and ensure the best possible outcomes for clients. This is an excellent opportunity to gain invaluable experience in public and fatal accident inquiries (FAI) while further developing your career.

Key Responsibilities:

• p>Handle civil litigation cases related to deaths in custody, clinical negligence and complex personal injury.

• Represent clients in public inquiries and fatal accident inquiries (FAIs).

• Engage in court appearances (Sheriff Court or higher) as necessary.

• Manage client relationships, ensuring excellent client care and service.

• Collaborate with the wider team, while also working independently to achieve case milestones and objectives.

• Work within a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines and adhering to regulatory standards.

We are keen to talk to candidates that have:

• 3+ years PQE in civil litigation, with specific experience in personal injury or clinical negligence.

• Exposure to public inquiries and/or fatal accident inquiries is highly desirable.

• Experience with court appearances and litigation processes in Scotland.

• Exceptional client care skills with the ability to handle sensitive, high-profile cases.

• Highly motivated, proactive and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

What's On Offer:

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Competitive salary and benefits.

• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.

• Exciting, meaningful work with direct involvement in high-profile public inquiries and complex civil litigation.

• A supportive, collaborative team environment where your input is valued.

How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career and be part of a dedicated team making a real difference, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivations for applying.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Serious Injury File Handler Job Summary

To handle a portfolio of claimant serious injury claims for Minster Law clients, to generate fee income and contribute to the general success of the department. The caseload is predominantly RTA based and it is anticipated you will deal with cases valued up to £50,000.

Serious Injury File Handler Core Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for delivering excellent client care to our clients who have suffered from a traumatic and life changing event.
li>Regular communication and face to face meetings with your client.
• Instructions and meetings with a multi-disciplinary team of experts for example, medical experts, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants, counsel.
• Analysis of evidence and research of legal issues on liability, causation and quantum.
• Drafting documents including statements, pleadings and schedules of loss.
• Securing early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation.
• Optimising your client’s settlement.
< i>Ability to work with a task based case management system to ensure regular contact is maintained with all clients, providing exceptional customer service and managing their expectations.
• Raising awareness of the department and developing your profile.
• Perform to a high level in a target orientated environment.
• To undertake any other tasks as deemed relevant and reasonable by the business

Serious Injury File Handler Key Performance Indicators

Your KPIs and Objectives will be discussed and agreed with you on a one-to-one basis. You will have regular one-to-one meetings with your line manager to review your performance against these objectives and identify any areas for development and/or required support.

Serious Injury File Handler Person Specification

Essential

• Qualified solicitor or Fellow of CILEx. Consideration will also be given to applicants who can demonstrate sufficient experience and for whom a Grade C charge out rate can be justified.
• Commitment to delivering excellent client care for each of our clients.
• Excellent communication skills to include negotiation and objection handling.
• Accountable for achieving objectives in a fast paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of work quality and client care.
• Competent working with a case management system and good knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Desirable

• Proven track record of dealing with serious injury claims.
• Desire to develop your professional profile and that of your firm within the personal injury field.
• Team Player and acts as a role model to your colleagues, working together to achieve business and team objectives.
• Maintains a positive attitude, self-motivated and uses own initiative.
• Robust - able to deal with changing circumstances and challenging situations whilst still achieving objectives.
• Takes opportunities to develop and stretch yourself, and be passionate about developing your career in personal injury.

Personal Development

There is the opportunity for high performing individuals to move into different departments across the business, to expand their knowledge, experience and develop a career within Minster Law.

Travel

Our clients are based throughout England and Wales and there will be a need for occasional travel, for example to undertake meetings with clients and conferences with the multi-disciplinary teams of experts and counsel.

Minster Law is committed to equality and diversity and being a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.

We’re an equal opportunity and disability confident employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity, or disability status. You can read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on the Minster Law website.

Benefits

Additional leave

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity leave

Enhanced paternity leave

Free parking

On-site parking

Paid volunteer time

Referral programme

Sabbatical

Sick pay

Work from home

Schedule

< i>Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Equal Opportunities

Minster Law is committed to equality and diversity and being a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.

We’re an equal opportunity and disability confident employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity, or disability status. You can read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on the Minster Law website.

Final note

The Recruitment Team at Minster Law would like to thank you for applying for Employment with us. Due to the high volume of applications, please note if you have not heard back from us in 10 working days, you have not been successful on this occasion.

Please continue to follow us on LinkedIn for more opportunities.

Job Overview
Portfolio are proud to represent our clients in their search for a Solicitor. We are looking for a bright, confident Solicitor, with strong commercial and/or employment law experience, to work in a dynamic team covering a broad range of legal matters including the preparation and conduct of litigation. A specialism in Employment Law would be a desirable skill for this position. The ideal candidate will have directly relevant experience and will relish assuming responsibility for a caseload in a fast-paced but supportive team environment. The focus is on remarkable client service and care, along with a firm commercial approach towards enhancing the firm's reputation. We are looking for someone with exceptional communication skills to provide commercial and pragmatic advice to clients and a range of stakeholders within the Group.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
* Conduct of County Court Litigation
* Regulatory investigations, interviews under caution, inquests and prosecutions arising
from accidents/incidents at work;
* Commercial legal advice, Dispute Resolution and potential Mergers and Acquisitions
* Non-contentious employment law issues and handling Employment Tribunal cases that
* Advice and assistance to companies and associated businesses within the Group

What you Bring to the Team
* Experience across a good range of practice areas within a leading Law Firm or In House.
* A real commitment to remarkable client service
* A positive approach to a busy workload, team ethic and business development
* A commercially focused approach with the ability to communicate with a range of clients
and stakeholders.

Why Join our Team?
This is a really great opportunity to assume significant responsibility from the start of your tenure and
get real job satisfaction from problem solving, developing relationships with clients and businesses
across the Group. This is a significant opportunity for career development, but whatever your starting
point or experience, you are guaranteed to grow and develop your knowledge and abilities and will feel
that you are making a real difference in a brand new, commercially focused, service-led law firm.

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Job Title: Civil Litigation Solicitor
Location: Lincolnshire
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working with flexible hours available

Civil Litigation Solicitor – Quality Work, No Targets, No Nonsense

Are you a Civil Litigation Solicitor looking to ditch the red tape and join a genuinely supportive, people-first firm? This well-established Lincolnshire practice is offering a rare opportunity to take on a broad, stimulating caseload without billing pressure or internal politics.

As a Civil Litigation Solicitor , you'll step into a thriving litigation department alongside a Chartered Legal Executive, a trainee, and two dedicated legal secretaries. You’ll take the lead on a wide range of matters and enjoy genuine flexibility, trust, and career progression.

What This Civil Litigation Solicitor Role Offers

• p>No billing targets – focus on the law, not the numbers
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• Hybrid working after settling in

• Flexible hours (work anytime between 7am–5pm)

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• Free private parking

• Supportive secretarial and admin support

• Low turnover, close-knit culture

• Clear progression route – including potential for partnership

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Your Caseload as a Civil Litigation Solicitor

You’ll manage a broad and engaging civil litigation caseload including:

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Property and boundary disputes

• Contentious probate and trust litigation

• Contract and commercial disputes

• Building and construction disagreements

• A high volume of specialist motorhome litigation

• Occasional employment law advice (approx. 10%)

From day one, you’ll be hands-on with files, working directly with clients and helping them navigate complex disputes with care and confidence.

What They're Looking For

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Around 3–4 years’ PQE as a Civil Litigation Solicitor

• Strong grounding in general civil litigation – employment law a bonus

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• Analytical and practical approach to solving problems

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Team player with a humble, proactive attitude

• Someone who takes ownership and enjoys autonomy

Why Join This Firm?

This firm is built on integrity, not ego. People come here to do great legal work in a healthy, down-to-earth culture. Staff turnover is low, morale is high, and the work is varied and meaningful. Whether you’re looking for more freedom, better balance, or a clear path forward – this could be your next long-term home.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a Civil Litigation Solicitor who’s ready to do great work with great people, apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat.

All enquiries are treated with the utmost discretion.

Job Title: Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor – Partner Designate
Location: South West London
Salary: Competitive DOE + Bonus + Equity Pathway
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hybrid Working: Yes – 3 days in office, flexible working available

Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor – Partner Designate (Equity Pathway)

This is a strategic opening for a Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor at a highly respected, long-established South West London law firm. As a retiring partner steps back, you’ll inherit a profitable caseload and play a central role in the firm’s future leadership.

You’ll join a stable, independent, and debt-free firm that’s proud of its long-serving staff, flexible working culture, and genuine focus on client relationships. This role is perfect for a Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor who thrives on high-level work and team leadership without bureaucracy or politics.

The Role

As a Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor , you will:

• p>Take over a high-quality caseload including:

  • Commercial litigation and contract disputes

  • Property litigation (landlord & tenant)

  • Contentious probate and inheritance disputes

  • Insolvency, tort, and partnership matters

• Lead a small team (1 junior solicitor, 1 paralegal, 1 assistant)

• Collaborate with the Managing Partner on departmental growth

• Get involved in business development (a following isn’t essential, but commercial mindset is key)

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What You’ll Bring

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7+ years’ PQE as a UK-qualified Dispute Resolution Solicitor

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• Strong track record in general and commercial litigation, property disputes, and contentious probate

• Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• A calm, confident, and professional approach

• A desire to contribute to firm strategy and success

Why Join?

• Competitive salary DOE

• Discretionary bonus

• Defined equity pathway with clear succession plan

• Hybrid working – 3 days in office, with flexibility

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• Zero debt, no external interference, and sustainable growth

• Warm, inclusive team culture with minimal staff turnover

Is This You?

If you’re a senior-level Dispute Resolution Solicitor looking for a genuine leadership role and a clear path to equity, this could be your ideal next step.

Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion – every enquiry will be handled discreetly.

Job Title: Duty Solicitor
Location: South & Southeast London (Croydon, Wimbledon, Kingston, Sutton)
Salary: Circa £50,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hybrid Working: Yes – office base in Sutton with flexible working options

Overview:
I’m working exclusively with a reputable law firm that has just won a new criminal legal aid contract across South and Southeast London. They’re seeking a proactive Duty Solicitor to take full ownership of this exciting new workstream, offering autonomy, support, and the chance to build a team.

The Role:
As Duty Solicitor , you’ll cover police stations and courts in Croydon, Wimbledon, Kingston, and Sutton. This role offers a hybrid working setup, with an office base in Sutton. You’ll manage your caseload independently, ensuring compliance with LAA standards, while helping shape the wider department’s growth and development.

This is a hands-on position for a confident, organised solicitor who can thrive under pressure and deliver excellent client service across all stages of criminal proceedings. There’s real scope to develop into a leadership role, mentoring junior solicitors and leading a growing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• p>Deliver duty solicitor services at multiple courts and police stations

• Manage caseload autonomously, ensuring full LAA and SRA compliance

• Use the LEAP system efficiently, working alongside paralegals and support staff

• Build strong working relationships with police, courts, and stakeholders

• Report performance and financial data to partners

• Identify improvements to processes and profitability

• Escalate complex cases appropriately

• Develop and lead a team of duty solicitors over time

About You:
You’ll be a qualified solicitor with current Duty Solicitor accreditation, ideally with 3–4+ years PQE and recent duty solicitor experience. Strong criminal law knowledge, resilience, and excellent communication skills are essential. You’re commercially aware with the ambition to grow and lead within the firm.

What’s On Offer:

• < >Competitive salary circa £50,000 DOE

• Flexible hybrid working, office facilities in Sutton

• Supportive culture with no micromanagement

• Opportunity to build and lead a new team

• Parking and strong IT support including LEAP

• Long-term progression and leadership opportunities

• Exposure to varied and complex duty solicitor cases

Why This Role?
This Duty Solicitor role offers a rare chance to lead a new department with autonomy, flexibility, and real growth potential. If you want responsibility and a clear career path in criminal legal aid, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

How to Apply:
If you’re interested and meet the criteria, apply now with your CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.

Job Title: Senior Private Client Solicitor
Location: West End, London
Salary: DOE – Flexible Remuneration Available
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hybrid Working: Yes – 3 days office, 2 remote

Senior Private Client Solicitor – West End Firm with Partnership Track

Are you a Senior Private Client Solicitor looking for your next strategic step? This respected, full-service firm in the heart of London’s West End is offering a standout opportunity for progression – with clear plans for succession and future partnership.

With over 40 years of trusted service and a loyal HNW client base, the firm combines top-tier legal work with a warm, collaborative environment free from internal politics.

The Role

As a Senior Private Client Solicitor , you’ll step into a stable caseload of high-net-worth UK and international clients, covering:

• p>Complex estate planning and administration

• Wills, trusts, LPAs, and tax-efficient strategies

• Cross-border issues and international estates

• Client-facing advisory work – not volume churn

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• Commercial contribution and mentoring

You’ll work closely with the current Head of Department and be supported into leadership over the next 3–5 years.

What They’re Looking For

• UK-qualified solicitor with 7+ years’ PQE in private client

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• STEP qualified or near-completion preferred

• Skilled in high-value, complex estate matters (UK & international)

• Relationship-led approach with excellent client rapport

• Strong communication and mentoring skills

• Ambitious and open to partnership in the near future

• Comfortable working 3 days on-site, 2 days remotely

Why This Role?

• Competitive salary with flexibility on structure

• Clear progression route – future leadership role in place

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• High-quality caseload and trusted client relationships

• Hybrid working in a culture built on trust

• Central West End offices with excellent transport links

• People-first firm with low staff turnover and no bureaucracy

Interested?

If you’re a senior private client solicitor ready for a move that reflects your experience, apply today or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.

All enquiries handled discreetly.

• Manage a diverse caseload of litigation matters from inception to resolution, ensuring compliance with legal standards and regulations.
li>Represent clients in court, mediations, and negotiations, advocating effectively on their behalf.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and client advisement.
• Draft, review, and amend legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to optimize case outcomes and client satisfaction.

• Possession of a valid and current Law Society Practicing Certificate or a Bar Council certificate with litigation capability confirmed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Proven track record of successful litigation and client representation.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Real Estate Solicitor to join a respected legal practice based in London. This role is ideal for a Solicitor with experience in commercial and/or residential property, looking to further their career within a well-established and supportive team.

The firm is known for its high-quality work across a wide range of property transactions and development matters. As a Real Estate Solicitor , you'll be joining a busy department handling acquisitions, disposals, lease negotiations, and development projects for a variety of clients including developers, investors, and high-net-worth individuals. This opportunity would suit a Solicitor who is confident managing their own caseload and looking for long-term progression.

The Solicitor will manage a full caseload of real estate matters with minimal supervision. Work will include sales and purchases of commercial and residential properties, landlord and tenant matters, refinancing, and support on development projects. You will liaise directly with clients and other stakeholders, providing clear, timely legal advice and ensuring smooth transaction processes from instruction to completion.

You'll also have the opportunity to support senior fee earners on complex transactions and contribute to the continued growth of the department. Excellent drafting skills and a practical, commercial approach will be key to success in this role.

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

• 1-4 years' PQE in real estate law (residential and/or commercial)

• Strong technical knowledge of property law

• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently

• Excellent communication and client care skills

• Experience with development work is desirable but not essential

• 45,000 - 60,000

• Exposure to a varied and high-quality real estate caseload

• Career progression opportunities within a growing team

• Supportive working environment with experienced colleagues