

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.
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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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
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Why Austen Lloyd?
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- Direct relationships with firm partners
- Specialist legal expertise since 2009
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