Private Client Solicitor – Contentious Private Client & Civil Litigation -Edinburgh
3-8+ pqe – c65K - £85k + Comprehensive benefits package.
Are you a Scottish-qualified Solicitor looking to develop your expertise in civil litigation and contentious private client matters?
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join an established and growing legal practice, offering the chance to manage your own caseload, develop specialist expertise and play an active role in the continued growth of its Court team.
The Opportunity
This role would suit a Scottish-qualified Solicitor with experience in general civil litigation, ideally with some exposure to contentious private client work, who is keen to build on their existing experience and develop their career within a supportive and progressive environment.
Working as part of an expanding department, you will have the opportunity to take responsibility for your own matters while contributing to the wider success of the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage your own caseload of general civil litigation matters.
- Undertake contentious private client work, with the opportunity to develop further specialisation.
- Provide clear, practical and commercially focused advice to clients.
- Handle matters throughout the litigation process, from initial instruction through to resolution.
- Build strong client relationships and deliver a high standard of client service.
- Contribute to the continued development and growth of the Court team.
About You
- Scottish-qualified Solicitor with experience in general civil litigation.
- Ideally, some experience of contentious private client matters.
- Confident managing your own caseload and working independently.
- A strong communicator with excellent analytical, organisational and client-care skills.
- Motivated to develop your expertise and progress your career within a supportive team environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing legal team where you can broaden your experience, develop your specialism and make a meaningful contribution to the department's continued success.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Michelle Beaumont.






