Commercial Litigation Senior Associate / Partner

My client is looking to recruit an ambitious Commercial Litigation Lawyer to join their expanding office Lewes as a Senior Associate or Partner. With multiple offices in Sussex and London, they are recognised as a leading firm in the Legal 500 and Chambers UK. The team is also ranked highly in Chambers High Net Worth Guide, with individual lawyers earning excellent personal rankings across various directories. The firm's lawyers are renowned specialists in their fields.

The Dispute Resolution team handles both commercial and personal litigation, including business disputes, property litigation, environmental health and safety litigation, contentious trust, probate disputes and debt recovery. Their diverse clientele includes local authorities, government agencies, landed estates, receivers, national companies, charities, trustees, high net worth individuals, and their businesses.

The firm boasts an excellent reputation and a friendly working environment. They prioritise a sustainable work-life balance without compromising the quality of work to their clients. They firm offers outstanding opportunities for training and career development, competitive salaries, and a wide range of benefits, including hybrid working and flexible arrangements.

To be successful in your application, you will:

• A qualified solicitor or legal executive with proven experience in Dispute Resolution;
• Have commercial and financial awareness with an ability to listen well to clients and colleagues;
• Able to communicate to a high standard with clients and colleagues;
• Take responsibility for own professional development and growth;
• Have a practical and commercial outlook;
• Have a keen interested to be involved in business development and will be expected to develop client and referrer relationships either by themselves or as part of the team.

Please apply as directed or contact Stephanie Richardson at Search Legal on for a private and confidential conversation.

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