Insolvency & Dispute Resolution Lawyer

A forward-thinking law firm in Devon is seeking a junior Lawyer to join its Insolvency & Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and collaborative environment, working on a varied and intellectually stimulating caseload.

The firm has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and prides itself on its people-focused culture, offering genuine opportunities for professional growth and development.

The Team

The Insolvency & Dispute Resolution team advises a broad range of clients, including businesses, directors, insolvency practitioners, and creditors. The team handles a diverse caseload spanning commercial litigation and insolvency matters, combining technical expertise with a pragmatic, commercially focused approach.

Work includes contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership issues, regulatory matters, debt recovery, and insolvency-related advice such as restructuring, recoveries, and formal insolvency procedures.

The Role

• Managing your own caseload of insolvency and dispute resolution matters
• Assisting senior lawyers and partners on more complex cases
• Advising clients on a range of commercial and civil disputes
• Supporting clients through insolvency-related issues and processes
• Contributing to the overall performance and profitability of the team
• Delivering a high standard of client care and maintaining strong client relationships

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (or equivalent), ideally at a junior level
• Interest in insolvency and dispute resolution work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Commercial awareness and a practical, solutions-focused approach
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Motivated to develop your career within a supportive firm environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Generous annual leave entitlement, plus birthday leave
• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced family leave and occupational sick pay
• Health cash plan
• Death in service benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free or discounted legal services
• Ongoing training and clear progression opportunities

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