Head of Commercial Litigation / Senior Commercial Litigation Lawyer
We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Commercial Litigation Lawyer to establish, lead, and develop a Commercial Litigation Department within our firm. This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial lawyer looking to build and shape a department within a growing and dynamic legal practice.
The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up the department and growing it so that it becomes a successful team within the firm. They will be responsible for managing a caseload of commercial disputes whilst also developing the department’s strategic direction, building a client base, and contributing to the firm’s continued growth. The role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to create and lead a successful litigation team, supported by a firm committed to delivering exceptional client service.
The Head of Commercial Litigation will play a key role in developing the firm’s commercial litigation offering, maintaining high professional standards, and building strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.
Responsibilities
- Establishing and developing the Commercial Litigation Department from inception and grow a team
- Managing a caseload of commercial litigation matters from instruction through to resolution
- Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice to clients on a range of contentious commercial matters, including breach of contract disputes, shareholder disputes, partnership disputes, professional negligence claims, debt recovery, injunction applications, and commercial property disputes.
- Conducting negotiations and representing clients throughout litigation, alternative dispute resolution processes, and court proceedings.
- Developing and implementing departmental procedures, workflows, and best practices
- Identifying and pursuing business development opportunities to grow the department and generate new work streams in this department and the wider firm
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, introducers, professional contacts, and referral partners
- Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to identify and maximise cross-referral opportunities
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members as the department expands
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
- Keeping up to date with developments in commercial litigation and dispute resolution practice
- Regular and timely billing of all matters being conducted
- Contributing to the firm’s strategic growth plans and wider business objectives
Experience
- A minimum of 7 years PQE or equivalent in Commercial Litigation
- Proven experience managing a substantial commercial litigation caseload independently
- Demonstrable business development experience and a track record of generating work and building client relationships
- Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or managing legal teams would be advantageous
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to provide practical and strategic advice to clients
- Excellent communication and client care skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organisational and case management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Proficiency in IT systems relevant to legal practice management and document drafting
- A proactive, entrepreneurial, and growth-focused approach to practice development
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for an individual who is excited by the opportunity to build something of their own. The successful candidate will have the vision, drive, and leadership skills required to create and grow a successful Commercial Litigation Department and become a key part of the firm’s long-term success.
A following or established referrer network would be advantageous but is not essential for the right candidate.
Office Location
Liverpool City Centre
Working Pattern
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Benefits Include
- 25 days annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
- Wellbeing hours allowance
- Paid Exam Leave (for work-related exams)
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