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Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor – Surrey

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

Competitive

Compensation

Surrey

Location

Permanent

Term

Listed

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The Role

  • Manage a diverse caseload of high-profile and complex civil and commercial litigation matters.

  • Oversee all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and appeal.

  • Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs, and provide expert legal advice.

  • Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and negotiations.

  • Ensure compliance with legal standards and firm policies.

  • Foster strong relationships with clients, providing them with strategic counsel and regular updates.

  • Mentor and supervise junior members of the team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

  • Collaborate with other departments within the firm to provide comprehensive legal solutions.

  • Stay current with developments in litigation and relevant laws and regulations.

  • Participate in business development activities to attract new clients and grow the firm's litigation practice.

About You

  • Solid experience in litigation, with significant expertise in cases covering a wide variety of commercial litigation, particularly shareholder and partnership disputes, and insolvency.

  • An understanding of comparative law and multi-jurisdiction enforcement of judgments is required.

  • Experience in successfully handling complex litigation cases.

  • Exceptional advocacy and negotiation skills, with experience representing clients in court and alternative dispute resolution settings.

  • Excellent legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.

  • Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

What's on Offer

  • πŸ“ˆ Excellent career progression

  • 🏑 Hybrid working opportunities

  • 🌟 Supportive and established team

  • βš–οΈ High-quality Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor work

  • πŸŽ“ Ongoing professional development

  • πŸ’° Competitive benefits package

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Role Summary

Location

Surrey

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight β€” Surrey

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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