Associate / Senior Associate – Commercial Litigation

Trethowans LLP; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Long-term career development

Collaborative culture

Hybrid working

Job summary

Trethowans LLP is seeking an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join our Commercial Litigation Team in Bournemouth or Southampton. The role entails advising clients on a wide variety of disputes including contract claims and partnership disputes.

The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of PQE in commercial litigation, strong technical skills, and excellent communication abilities. We offer a collaborative environment and competitive salary with clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of PQE in commercial litigation, ideally at a well-regarded firm.
• Ability to build strong client relationships.
• Team player who values collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on various commercial disputes.
• Handling own caseload and supporting partners.
• Preparing legal documents for court proceedings.
• Engaging in client relationship management.
• Mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactive approach to problem-solving

Education

Qualified solicitor with 4–7 years PQE in commercial litigation

Job description

Associate / Senior Associate – Commercial Litigation

As part of our strategic growth plans, we are seeking an experienced 4-7 PQE Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join our highly regarded Commercial Litigation Team, based in either our Southampton or Bournemouth office.

We are looking for a talented Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing Commercial Litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a broad range of contentious matters and to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising clients on a wide variety of commercial disputes, including contract claims, shareholder and partnership disputes, professional negligence, and insolvency-related matters.
• Handling your own caseload and supporting partners on more complex or high-value litigation.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence, and evidence for court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution.
• Engaging in client relationship management and contributing to the development of new business opportunities.
• Mentoring and supporting junior colleagues as appropriate, particularly at the Senior Associate level.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified solicitor with 4–7 years PQE in commercial litigation, ideally gained at a well-regarded firm.
• Strong technical skills, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
• A team player who values collaboration and takes pride in delivering high-quality legal work.
• A firm that values its people and invests in long-term career development.
• Clear and transparent progression opportunities.
• High-quality work and exposure to a broad client base.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture and modern working practices, including hybrid working.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.