Commercial Litigation Lawyer

One of the premier firms to work for in the UK, this Commercial litigation department is still small but is growing quickly with the support of an exceptional platform. As such, for those looking for a prestigious firm environment balanced with a requirement for entrepreneurialism, this is an outstanding opportunity to progress your career quickly.

• Top 50, multi-award-winning national firm with Legal 500 ranked Dispute Resolution practice
• Rare balance of highest-quality work with prestigious clients and excellent working culture
• Rapid UK-wide expansion driven by results-focused approach and commitment to developing top legal talent
• Culture of approachability and collaboration;
  Partners actively mentor and invest time in junior lawyers
• Many lawyers individually recognised (including Hot 100 and Legal 500 Hall of Fame)
• Hotbed for rising stars with outstanding professional development and strong staff retention
• Clients range from high-net-worth individuals to major multinational companies
• Offices in Bristol, Edinburgh, London, Dublin, and Cardiff with multi-jurisdictional capability

• Second largest department in the firm and a favourite amongst lawyers
• Legal 500 Tier 1 ranked Dispute Resolution practice
• Based in vibrant central Edinburgh office with strong ties to national team
• Variety of subgroups including real estate disputes, IP litigation, general commercial litigation, and private client
• Work across all sectors: energy, financial services, technology, transport, infrastructure, and more
• Partners recognised in Scotland as being at the pinnacle of their profession

• Associate position supporting the growing Dispute Resolution team in Edinburgh
• Advise national and local clients on complex, engaging commercial disputes across Sheriff Court and Court of Session
• Work on a diverse range of contentious matters including:
  • Contractual disputes and misrepresentation claims
  • Professional negligence
  • Insolvency and restructuring
  • Real estate disputes
  • Cross-sector commercial litigation
• Core team member with:
  • Opportunity to build your own reputation in the market
  • Ample career progression opportunities
  • Full professional development support
  • High level of client and partner contact
  • Wide-ranging experience through allocation to a quadrant within the practice with access to work across the whole team

• Qualified solicitor with 3+ years' experience in Commercial Litigation
• First-rate drafting skills with strong attention to detail and organisation
• Commercial mindset and pragmatic approach to dispute resolution
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload efficiently with diverse clients
• Self-motivated and willing to learn from leading practitioners

• Opportunity to join a highly regarded, esteemed firm at the forefront of dispute resolution
• Exposure to top-tier clients and complex, high-quality work
• Culturally embedded flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Excellent benefits package and well-being support
• Clear career development and progression opportunities

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Jules Grieve on  or  for a confidential discussion.