Partner & Head of Litigation

Lindemann Law - Lindemann Rechtsanwälte; Zürich; On-site; CHF 250,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entrepreneurial autonomy

Inclusive culture

Prime Zurich location

Performance‑based pay

Job summary

Lindemann Law – Lindemann Rechtsanwälte in Switzerland is seeking a Partner & Head of Litigation to lead the firm’s dispute resolution practice. You will provide strategic counsel and high‑level representation to national and international clients in complex commercial, civil, and regulatory disputes.

The role requires Swiss bar admission and a proven 10+ years in litigation, with fluency in English and German.

Qualifications

• Swiss bar admission and high academic credentials.
• 10+ years of proven work experience in law firms, advisory, or in‑house.
• Fluent English and German; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead litigation strategies tailored to client objectives.
• Oversee complex civil and commercial litigation, including cross‑border matters.
• Represent clients before courts and arbitral tribunals; manage teams.
• Grow the dispute resolution practice and foster client relationships.
• Lead business development, thought leadership, and conferences.

Skills

Client relations

Litigation strategy

Cross-border disputes

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Swiss bar admission

LL.M./PhD in law

Business/financial law studies

Job description

Position: Partner & Head of Litigation

Job objective

The Partner & Head of Litigation is responsible for leading the firm’s dispute resolution and litigation practice, providing strategic counsel and high-level representation to national and international clients in complex commercial, civil, and regulatory disputes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement litigation strategies tailored to the commercial, regulatory, and reputational objectives of the client
• Manage and oversee complex civil and commercial litigation, including cross-border disputes and high-value claims
• Represent clients in a wide range of disputes, including:
  • Civil and commercial disputes, including contract enforcement and shareholder conflicts
  • Capital markets litigation, including prospectus liability, securities fraud, and investor litigation
  • Banking and stock exchange disputes, including regulatory enforcement and transactional disputes
  • Regulatory and compliance-related disputes with Swiss and international authorities
  • Contractual disputes involving breach of obligations, warranties, and indemnities
  • Arbitration and mediation proceedings, both domestic and international
• Represent clients before Swiss courts, international arbitral tribunals, and regulatory bodies
• Lead and further develop the litigation and dispute resolution practice of the firm
• Cultivate and expand long‑term client relationships through high‑quality service and proactive engagement
• Develop business development strategies, contribute to thought leadership (e.g. articles, webinars, events), and represent the firm at industry conferences
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and associates, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, billing targets, and operational goals

Requirements

Education

• Swiss bar admission and first‑class qualification
• Excellent academic credentials in law (Master's degree / PhD)
• Additional studies in business law or financial law

Professional experience

• 10 + years of proven work experience as a lawyer, preferably in a Partner role in a law firm, advisory firm, or senior level in‑house legal department of bank or asset management companies

Languages

• Stylistically confident, appropriate English and German
• Additional languages (e.g. French, Italian) are an asset

Cognitive and analytical skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client‑first mentality
• High level of integrity, professional credibility, and discretion
• Results‑oriented, proactive, and resilient under pressure
• Charismatic and confident, with the ability to represent the firm at conferences and industry forums
• Collaborative team player with an inclusive leadership style
• Established client network and ability to attract new mandates (existing book of business is a strong plus)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the capability to build and grow
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing team of legal professionals
• Experience in internal knowledge sharing, thought leadership, and promoting best practices

What we offer to Partners

• Entrepreneurial approach: Build and lead your practice - with full strategic autonomy. Partner-level access to strategic firm decisions and development. Cross -practice support from peers who value transparency and shared success. Hands‑on support with business development, marketing, and client acquisition.
• Inclusive Culture & Core Values: Our diverse team of 20 professionals from 7 nations work together to embody our core values: personal and entrepreneurial, economic and ecological, as well as social and ethical. Our client base reflects this diversity.
• Prime Location: Our office is in the heart of Zurich, just 3 minutes from the main train station, offering a modern, bright, and welcoming workspace.
• Competitive & Performance-Based Compensation: We offer a remuneration package that is both attractive and linked to your individual performance.

We are a World‑leading law firm to support influential entrepreneurs, families and enterprises in all areas of their professional and private lives in Switzerland and globally with full spectrum of litigation and arbitration, business law, tax advisory, notarial services, relocation, residence permits, real estate, mergers & acquisitions, holding structures, trusts, foundations, mutual funds and strategic advisory services. We serve clients with regulatory licensing, stock exchange listings, bond issuances, structured products, and blockchain‑based token offerings. Additionally, we advise on government relations and lobbying, as well as negotiating with high level transactions. Our firm counts among its clients many of most successful Swiss and global entrepreneurs in industry and finance as well as countless Forbes billionaires.

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