Head of Commercial Litigation

Senior Associate / Salaried Partner – Head of Commercial Litigation

Lewes | £70,000–£115,000 | Salaried Partner

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

A well-established, Chambers-ranked law firm is looking to appoint a senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to lead and develop its Lewes litigation offering.

This is a genuine leadership opportunity for an ambitious Senior Associate or Partner looking to take ownership of a growing Commercial Litigation practice, with the opportunity to join at Salaried Partner level.

The Role

You will handle a varied commercial disputes caseload while helping drive the continued growth of the department, with work including:

• Commercial and contractual disputes
• Construction disputes
• General commercial litigation
• Dispute resolution and contentious matters
• Advising businesses, directors and individuals
• Client development and business development

A key attraction is the opportunity to bring an established, highly profitable paralegal with you, providing immediate team support and an existing working relationship. xwzovoh

The Candidate

We are looking for a Senior Associate or Partner-level Commercial Litigation Solicitor with:

• Strong commercial and contractual litigation experience
• Construction experience advantageous
• Excellent technical and client management skills
• A genuine interest in developing a practice
• Strong business development ability
• Ambition to progress into or within Partnership

The Opportunity

• £70,000–£115,000 salary
• Salaried Partner opportunity
• Genuine opportunity to lead the Commercial Litigation offering in Lewes
• Immediate support from an established, highly profitable paralegal
• Strong reputation and Chambers-ranked firm
• Excellent long-term Partnership prospects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

This is an opportunity for a senior Commercial Litigation lawyer looking to take genuine ownership of a practice, develop a client base and play a key role in the firm's continued growth.