Litigation NQ

Ashford Legal July 17, 2026
Ashford
Permanent / Full Time
Legal
July 17, 2026

Litigation NQ
Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career?
Would you like to join a supportive team where your work genuinely makes an impact?
Could this be the opportunity to build your litigation expertise while working alongside experienced professionals?


About the Opportunity A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Litigation NQ to join a friendly and close-knit legal team offering exposure to a broad range of general litigation matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor who wants to continue developing their technical ability while gaining hands-on experience across varied and interesting cases.
The successful Litigation NQ will join a collaborative environment where support, learning and career progression are encouraged.
The Role As a Litigation NQ, the successful candidate will handle a varied caseload covering areas including:

  • Court of Protection matters
  • Boundary disputes
  • Property litigation
  • Commercial and partnership disputes
  • Employment-related matters

The role provides the opportunity to work on meaningful cases, develop client relationships and strengthen a broad litigation skill set.
Key Responsibilities The successful Litigation NQ will be responsible for:

  • Managing a varied general litigation caseload
  • Supporting clients through different stages of legal matters
  • Preparing legal documentation and correspondence
  • Conducting research and analysing complex information
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues across the team
  • Continuing to develop technical knowledge through practical experience

Essential Skills The ideal candidate will have:

  • Newly Qualified Solicitor status
  • Experience or strong interest in general litigation
  • A willingness to develop across multiple areas of dispute resolution
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive and collaborative approach

Desirable Experience Experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial:

  • Property disputes
  • Commercial litigation
  • Partnership disputes
  • Employment matters
  • Contentious Probate

Benefits The successful Litigation NQ will receive:

  • Salary of £38,500
  • Discretionary bonus in May (typically around £1,000)
  • Fixed Christmas bonus of £250–£500
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Benenden Healthcare
  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme
  • Parking permit arranged

Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a legal team where people genuinely enjoy working together.
The team offers:

  • A friendly, social and supportive working environment
  • A close-knit culture where colleagues collaborate
  • On-the-job development and guidance
  • Opportunity for career progression
  • Regular social activities including summer and Christmas events

For a newly qualified solicitor, this Litigation NQ opportunity offers the chance to build a strong foundation for a successful legal career within a welcoming team.

Next Steps If this Litigation NQ role sounds like the right opportunity to progress your legal career, apply today.

Early applications are encouraged as interviews are available immediately and the successful candidate is expected to start as soon as possible.
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  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Ashford
  • 38500 PerAnnum USD / Year
  • Salary: 38500 PerAnnum
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