Lawyer jobs in United Kingdom

This prominent New York-headquartered US firm is renowned for its elite litigation practice. With international expansion high on the strategic agenda, the firm has made several high-profile hires across Europe in recent years.

The London litigation practice, launched six years ago, has grown steadily and is now a key pillar of the firm’s global disputes offering. The newly appointed global managing partner—himself a litigator—is deeply invested in the continued growth of the London team.

The practice spans both litigation and international arbitration, with a strong focus on finance and technology-related disputes. Following a standout 2024, the team enters 2025 with a robust pipeline and clear momentum.

The firm offers genuine support for lateral partner hires and understands what it takes to build a successful disputes platform. The London head of litigation is committed to expanding the team’s sector strengths, fostering a collaborative culture, and scaling to a level where the group can credibly pitch for larger, more complex mandates.

• Support lateral partner hires and contribute to building a successful disputes platform.
• Expand the team’s sector strengths in London to broaden capabilities.
• Foster a collaborative culture within the London litigation group.
• Scale the team to credibly pitch for larger, more complex mandates.

A quick firm financial summary – Revenues over $1 billion (over 10% increase in 2024), PEP over $4m (over 20% increase in 2024). Although 2024 was a record, it was consistent with the firms overall financial performance.

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