Commercial Litigation Partner
Appcast · Hove, England ·
120000 - 160000 per annumBrighton, East SussexPermanentCommercial Litigation Partner | BrightonA national law firm with serious growth ambitions for its southern offices is looking for a Commercial Litigation Partner to establish and lead its disputes practice in Brighton.
This isn't a token regional hire. Brighton is a strategic priority. The firm has already brought in other senior hires recently, and commercial disputes is the next area they're backing properly. The OpportunityYou'll have genuine autonomy to build and lead a commercial litigation practice with the full support of a national platform: Establish the commercial disputes offering in Brighton (and throughout Sussex)Work with national backing, regional focus, and real investmentLeverage the firm's existing corporate, real estate, and broader commercial client baseBuild a team as the practice growsThis is a leadership role with scope, not a salaried partner slot reporting upwards.
About YouThe firm is flexible on seniority but clear on ambition: Strong Senior Associate, Legal Director, or Partner levelSolid commercial litigation background across a broad range of disputesEstablished client following and business development track recordCommercially astute, client-focused, and ready to lead rather than just contributeAmbitious and entrepreneurial, this is a build, not a maintainWhat's On OfferHighly competitive partner-level remuneration reflecting experience and business contributionNational firm resources, brand, and support with regional autonomyReal investment in Brighton as a key growth marketFlexibility to shape the practice and build a team around youBrighton is booming.
The firm is investing. If you want to lead rather than follow, and build something with proper backing, this is rare.