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Commercial Litigation Solicitor – Bristol

Commercial Litigation Solicitor in Bristol. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Bristol

Location

Permanent

Term

Listed

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The Role

  • Handle a wide range of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters, including contractual disputes, professional negligence, and banking disputes.

  • Engage in intellectual property disputes, defamation, fraud, procurement disputes, partnership disputes, and shareholder disputes.

  • Manage your own caseload and assist senior lawyers on complex, high-value disputes.

  • Participate in business development to aid the team's growth.

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor with a background in Commercial Litigation or Commercial Dispute Resolution.

  • Strong academic record and a keen interest in litigation.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong client-facing and relationship-building abilities.

  • Commercially minded, pragmatic, and able to use initiative.

  • Organised, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.

  • Ambitious and motivated to advance your career within a leading practice.

  • Enjoys working collaboratively in a supportive team environment.

What's on Offer

  • High-quality and varied commercial litigation caseload.

  • Opportunity to work with experienced lawyers.

  • Excellent platform for career development.

  • Supportive and collegiate team environment.

  • Strong client exposure.

  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

  • Comprehensive benefits and development package.

Why This Role

Join a well-established national law firm known for its supportive environment and career development opportunities. Benefit from flexible working and a comprehensive learning programme.

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As specialist recruiters, we bypass standard HR portals and introduce you directly to the hiring partners. We advocate for your salary expectations, ensure your CV highlights exactly what the firm is looking for, and handle all negotiation—all completely free of charge to you.

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Your consultant

Freya Jones-Griffiths

Freya Jones-Griffiths

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Role Summary

Location

Bristol

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — Bristol

Bristol continues to see a surge in Top 50 presence, driven by a desire for quality of life and reduced overheads. Salaries remain highly competitive against London ranges.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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