Locum Civil Litigation Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive – Bridport / remote – 5+ years PQE
Full-time / Part-time | Remote working available | Starting December 2025
Location: Bridport
Contract Type: Locum (initial 3–6 months with potential extension)
Day Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

Chadwick Nott is delighted to be working with a respected regional law firm seeking a skilled Civil Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their Bridport office on a locum basis starting December 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced litigator to manage a varied caseload with flexibility and autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling a broad range of civil litigation matters including contested probate, property disputes, and boundary issues
• Providing clear, pragmatic advice to clients across contentious matters
• Managing files independently from instruction to resolution
• Liaising effectively with clients, counsel, and third parties
• Supporting the litigation team and contributing to ongoing casework

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in civil litigation
• Proven expertise in contested probate is essential
• Strong working knowledge of property litigation and boundary disputes
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to hit the ground running and work with minimal supervision

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement (office presence optional)
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive day rate
• Potential for contract extension or permanent opportunities

If you're an experienced litigator available for locum work from December 2025 and looking for a rewarding hybrid assignment, we’d love to hear from you.

oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.