Commercial Disputes Solicitors

G2 Legal; West of England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Commercial Dispute Resolution Partner. You will lead a department and advise clients on various contentious matters. Ideal candidates are qualified lawyers with circa 8PQE in commercial litigation. This role emphasizes strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with circa 8PQE in commercial litigation, dispute resolution, or insolvency.
• Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and a commercial mindset.
• Brings a proactive and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive, high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contract disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes.
• Handle professional negligence claims and enforcement of restrictive covenants.
• Manage corporate and personal insolvency and restructuring issues.
• Lead property litigation cases including recovery of rent arrears.
• Address complex cross-border disputes with multi-jurisdictional elements.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Commercial mindset

Proactive problem-solving

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Qualified lawyer with circa 8PQE in commercial litigation

Job description

Job Description

Commercial Dispute Resolution Partner

BRISTOL

I'm keen to speak to ambitious, experienced commercial dispute resolution lawyers who are keen to step into a Partner role or a role that has a clear path to Partnership, where you will lead the department in the Bristol office.

About the Role

You’ll advise clients across a wide variety of contentious commercial matters, including :

• Contract disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, and professional negligence claims
• Enforcement of restrictive covenants and urgent injunction proceedings
• Corporate and personal insolvency and restructuring issues
• Property litigation, including recovery of rent arrears, lease renewals, break notices, dilapidations, and forfeiture
• Complex cross-border disputes, often with multi-jurisdictional elements

About You

• Qualified lawyer with circa 8PQE in commercial litigation, dispute resolution, or insolvency
• Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and a commercial mindset
• Brings a proactive and pragmatic approach to problem-solving
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive, high-performing team

Experience of advising in insolvency, property disputes, or urgent injunctive relief would be an advantage. Also experience in ...