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Commercial Litigation (TMT) Partner – East Sussex

Commercial Litigation (TMT) Partner in East Sussex. Salary on offer: From £120,000. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

From £120,000

Compensation

East Sussex

Location

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Develop the strategy and growth of the dispute resolution practice.

  • Manage a varied caseload of complex, high-value commercial disputes, including multi-party litigation.

  • Build client relationships, generate new business and develop referral networks.

  • Supervise, mentor and support the development of junior lawyers.

  • Work collaboratively with other practice areas to identify opportunities and strengthen client relationships.

  • Contribute to the wider strategic and commercial development of the firm.

About You

  • An experienced commercial litigation solicitor at Partner level, or ready to take the step up.

  • Strong technical experience handling complex commercial disputes from inception through to trial and enforcement.

  • An established client following or demonstrable ability to generate new business.

  • Commercially minded, with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.

  • Experience in intellectual property, technology, media, data or privacy disputes would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

Join an established, multi-office firm with a strong reputation in specialist legal work, a collaborative culture and a genuine commitment to professional development, flexible working and supporting its people.

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to help shape the direction of a growing practice, develop your own client base and play a key role in the firm's future success.

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Role Summary

Location

East Sussex

Salary

From £120,000

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — East Sussex

The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.

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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