Commercial Litigation Solicitor

About the job

Commercial Litigation Associate – Leeds

A leading law firm is looking to appoint a Commercial Disputes Associate to join its highly regarded Litigation & Dispute Resolution team in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the largest commercial disputes teams outside London, acting for a diverse client base ranging from entrepreneurs and owner-managed businesses to major UK and international organisations. You'll work on high-value, complex disputes across a broad range of sectors while benefiting from genuine responsibility, excellent mentoring and clear progression opportunities.

The Role

You'll work closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers on a varied caseload while also taking ownership of your own matters. The team advises on a wide spectrum of commercial disputes, including both domestic and cross-border matters.

The work includes:

High-value commercial litigation and dispute resolution

Litigation, arbitration, mediation, adjudication and expert determination

Dispute avoidance and strategic advisory work

Opportunities to develop specialist expertise in areas such as fraud, reputation management, procurement, confidential information and asset tracing

Acting for clients across banking, real estate, infrastructure, energy, food & drink, private equity, manufacturing and retail

About You

You'll be a Commercial Litigation Solicitor with approximately 1-4 years' PQE and have:

Experience handling a broad range of commercial disputes

Strong technical, drafting and analytical skills

A commercial and pragmatic approach to client service

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships

A collaborative mindset with ambitions to develop your career within a leading disputes practice

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme with the opportunity to earn up to 35%

Low chargeable hours target of 1,350

Hybrid working (50% office based)

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to five additional days

Paid sabbatical scheme offering up to four weeks' leave every three years

Private BUPA healthcare

Enhanced pension with a minimum 5% employer contribution

Life assurance (4x salary)

Excellent quality work and genuine long-term career progression

If you're looking to join a market-leading disputes team offering high-quality work, strong support and an excellent work-life balance, we'd love to have a confidential conversation.

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