Commercial Litigation – Associate

Company: Clarke Willmott
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Overview

In this Bristol-based role you join a respected Commercial Litigation team to handle a range of dispute resolution matters. You will manage your own caseload while supporting partners and senior colleagues on larger claims. The firm encourages business development and active teamwork, with a strong culture of collaboration and client service. You’ll work within a national firm that values professional development, flexible working, and wellbeing as you progress in your litigation career. This is an opportunity to shape your path in a highly regarded, supportive environment.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible benefits
  • flexible working
  • learning and development programme
  • wellbeing initiatives
  • positive work-life balance
  • supportive environment

Responsibilities

  • Manage your own caseload across diverse commercial disputes
  • Support Partners and Associates on complex and large-scale claims
  • Engage in business development activities and contribute to team growth
  • Comply with information security and firm policies
  • Work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Deliver high-quality client service and anticipate client needs

Key requirements

  • General commercial litigation experience
  • Proactive and flexible working style
  • Strong written and oral communication
  • Initiative, pragmatism and client skills
  • Ambitious with a desire to develop as a litigator
  • Good academic achievement
  • proactivity
  • team collaboration
  • strong communication
  • initiative
  • client service orientation
  • general commercial litigation experience

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Posted: October 1st, 2026