Senior Associate: Complex Jersey Litigation Leader

Thomas & Dessain; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas & Dessain's Jersey disputes team seeks an experienced litigator to take principal responsibility for complex client matters with minimal partner supervision.

You will work directly with clients, manage a broad range of contentious work, and supervise junior lawyers while shaping the growth of the litigation practice.

The role offers exposure to business development and cross-border collaboration, blending technical expertise with leadership.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have 6+ years PQE in Jersey, UK, or Commonwealth jurisdictions.
• Strong leadership and client-management skills are essential.
• Excellent drafting, research, and court-prepare abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Take principal responsibility for complex client matters with minimal partner supervision.
• Supervise junior lawyers and contribute to development of the litigation practice.
• Engage in business development, cross-border work, and strategic practice growth.

Skills

Client management

Legal research

Drafting

Court prep

Leadership

Cross-border collaboration

Education

Jersey/UK/Commonwealth qualification

Job description

Thomas & Dessain's Jersey disputes team seeks an experienced litigator to take principal responsibility for complex client matters with minimal partner supervision.

You will work directly with clients, manage a broad range of contentious work, and supervise junior lawyers while shaping the growth of the litigation practice.

The role offers exposure to business development and cross-border collaboration, blending technical expertise with leadership.