Dispute Resolution Partner

Overview

Disputes Partner - Top 50 UK Law Firm - Milton Keynes

Location:

Milton Keynes

Salary: £120,000 - £500,000 + Excellent Benefits + Performance Bonus

Job Type: Permanent

As a Disputes Partner, you will lead and grow the firm's Milton Keynes Dispute Resolution offering while collaborating closely with an accomplished national team. The role combines strategic leadership, high-level client engagement, and the opportunity to shape the future direction of the practice locally and nationally.

The team's work spans a broad range of commercial disputes, including contract and shareholder disputes, professional negligence, insolvency litigation, and regulatory matters, as well as alternative dispute resolution and mediation.

• Lead and develop the Dispute Resolution team in Milton Keynes.
• Advise clients on complex, high-value commercial litigation and dispute matters.
• Drive business development initiatives and strengthen the firm's regional presence.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm's UK offices to deliver seamless, multi-disciplinary service.
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

You will be an experienced and commercially minded Disputes Partner, or a Legal Director / Senior Associate ready to take that next step into partnership. You ll bring technical excellence, commercial awareness, and the ability to inspire trust in both clients and colleagues.

• At least 8+ years  PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Experience managing complex cases for corporate and high-net-worth clients.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• The ability to lead, motivate, and mentor others.
• A following or strong regional network would be advantageous, but not essential.

This Top 50 UK law firm is recognised for its modern, inclusive culture and progressive leadership. With a strong national footprint and a reputation for quality, it offers a genuinely supportive environment where Partners are empowered to lead with autonomy, creativity, and purpose.

• Join a nationally recognised Top 50 firm with an established disputes practice.
• Strategic leadership opportunity within a key regional office.
• Market-leading remuneration and benefits package.
• A progressive, people-first culture that values collaboration, innovation, and long-term success.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven and respected litigator to take the next step in their career — combining first-class work, genuine leadership potential, and the support of a top-tier national platform