Dispute Resolution Lawyer – Conflict-Free Boutique

Overview

In this role you will support a high-growth disputes boutique in London, handling a pipeline of high-value, international disputes for a sophisticated client base. You will work closely with senior lawyers to manage commercial litigation and arbitration matters, driving outcomes with autonomy in a premium, hands-on environment. The position offers clear career progression as the practice expands with complex cases, including matters involving HNW individuals, sovereigns and funds. This is an opportunity to shape difficult disputes in a smaller, specialist team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing civil and commercial dispute matters, including preparation and drafting of pleadings and briefs
• Support arbitration- and litigation-focused projects with limited oversight
• Conduct legal research, issue spotting, and fact-finding to inform strategy
• Liaise with clients and external counsel to coordinate case progression
• Contribute to case management and analysis to support junior lawyers and partners

Key requirements

• England & Wales qualified
• 2–4 years PQE (1–3 or 4–6 ranges also mentioned; choose most relevant)
• Strong grounding in commercial litigation; arbitration experience a plus
• Trained and qualified at a leading City or international firm
• Demonstrates technical excellence and sound judgment
• Thrives in autonomous, high-demand, smaller-firm environment

• Autonomy and self-motivation
• Confidence to run matters with minimal oversight
• Strong judgment and analytical rigor
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, high-stakes setting
• Commercial litigation
• Arbitration (plus)

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