About Porter Dodson
Porter Dodson is an award-winning Top 200 UK Law Firm, providing commercial and private legal services to individuals and businesses across Somerset, Devon and Dorset.
We're proud of a regional presence that gives clients the local connections and friendly in-person service they love. Being embedded in our local communities and market sectors gives our clients a superb service grounded in the real world.
What makes Porter Dodson a great place to work is our people and our culture. Our team are the lifeblood of the firm, and we are fully committed to ensuring our team are motivated, well cared for, and fulfilling their potential at work. Our people are our priority, which is why we have such excellent staff retention rates and how we have sustained a gold accreditation from Investors in People since 2016.
The Role
We have an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigator to join our reputable Commercial Litigation team in Exeter or Taunton. In this role you can expect complex and high value work with a range of reputable clients handling company, partnerships, director and shareholder disputes, corporate transactions, commercial contract disputes and some insolvency matters. You will be a strong role model, contributing to our positive culture alongside delivering results and developing your individual practice.
About You
Working in our Commercial Litigation department, this role would best suit someone who is proactive and enthusiastic, with great interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. If you're passionate about commercial litigation and want to work somewhere you will be valued and supported to deal with existing clients whilst growing your network and client base, this could be the right firm for you. You will be an efficient communicator and have the drive to bring in new business whilst servicing our reputable commercial department clients. You will also have the opportunity and support to create your own niche areas.
The Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also get:
- 30 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
- Extra Day of Holiday for your Birthday
- Private Healthcare
- Pension Scheme(s)
- Life Assurance
- Eye Tests
- Flu Jabs
- Corporate Gym Membership Discounts
- Legal Support
- Opportunities to get involved with charity fundraising, sports teams and office socials
