Commercial Litigation Solicitor

  • Unity Resourcing Ltd
  • Harrogate, Yorkshire
  • Apr 14, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Commercial Litigation Solicitor

£55,000 - £65,000 + Bonus (DOE)
Harrogate (HG1), hybrid working after probation
Full Time, Permanent, Monday to Friday, 9am 5:30pm
Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, Christmas closure, private healthcare, pension scheme, bonus, progression opportunities, charity events, hybrid working

We are recruiting for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a well-established, independent and growing law firm based in Harrogate. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an experienced litigation team, handling a broad range of dispute resolution matters, including work with high-net-worth clients and high-quality cases.

The firm offers a clear and structured progression path, with opportunities to develop your career through to Partner level.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload of commercial litigation matters, providing high-quality legal advice and supporting clients through the full dispute process.

Key responsibilities and types of work include:

  • Managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters
  • Providing clear, practical legal advice to clients
  • Drafting legal documents and correspondence
  • Representing clients in court where required
  • Handling disputes through both litigation and ADR methods including mediation and arbitration
  • Commercial disputes
  • Insolvency disputes
  • Partner/shareholder disputes
  • Property and construction disputes
  • Reputation management matters
  • Sporting disputes
  • Contentious trusts and probate
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, including high-net-worth individuals
  • Supporting business development activities

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor with circa 3 - 5 years PQE (flexible)
  • Strong experience in commercial litigation
  • Good knowledge of CPR and litigation procedures
  • Ability to manage a caseload independently
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A proactive and client-focused approach
  • Comfortable working to deadlines and targets

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV or contact Beth at Unity Resourcing for more information.