Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Are you ready to take your Commercial Litigation career to the next level with a leading international law firm?

We are partnering with a leading global law firm with a highly regarded Commercial Litigation team based in Leeds.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE to join a prestigious firm known for handling complex, high-value disputes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing Commercial Litigation team within a leading international law firm based in Leeds.

The team is known for its track record of delivering outstanding results on complex, high-value disputes.

If you're ambitious, client-focused, and looking to develop your career alongside some of the best in the business, this could be the perfect next step.

What's in it for you?

Training and Development: ongoing training and mentorship from senior members of the team with tailored training programmes in place

Exposure to work: exposure to a broad range of contentious matters

Competitive Package: a salary and benefits package designed to reflect your skills and dedication

Supportive Culture - A firm that values work-life balance, diversity, and professional development, with regular social and networking events

The role:

As a Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2+ PQE), you will manage your own caseload advising clients on a wide variety of commercial disputes, draft pleadings and witness statements, support partners and senior associates with complex litigation and trial preparation, engage in negotiations and alternative dispute resolution, and build strong client relationships while contributing to business development initiatives

Key responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception to resolution


• Provide clear, commercial advice to clients on complex disputes and risk management


• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements


• Support senior team members with trial preparation, hearings, and negotiations


• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders


• Contribute to business development activities, including client pitches and networking


• Stay up to date with legal developments and industry trends relevant to commercial litigation

About you?

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious and detail orientated.

You will have:

• Qualified solicitor with 2+ years' PQE in Commercial Litigation, preferably gained in a reputable law firm


• A proactive and commercially minded approach, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

To find out more about this Commercial Litigation Solicitor opportunity in Leeds contact Kieran Wallace for an informal discussion, and to find out how great this opportunity is, on 0113 467 9797