Dispute Resolution Partner - Bristol

Dispute Resolution Partner - Bristol

We are seeking an accomplished Dispute Resolution Partner to join a respected national law firm in Bristol. This is a key strategic hire, offering the opportunity to lead, shape and grow the firm's disputes offering across Bristol and the wider South West.

The firm is a Top 100 UK practice with strong Legal 500 rankings and a well established presence across the South West and beyond. Known for its collaborative culture, commercial approach and breadth of expertise, it offers an excellent platform for a Partner looking to build and expand a thriving disputes practice.

THE ROLE

• Lead and develop the Bristol Dispute Resolution practice, driving growth and strengthening market presence
• Manage a varied caseload of complex commercial disputes for a broad client base including large corporates, owner managed businesses and individuals
• Handle high value matters such as partnership disputes, shareholder disputes and company disputes
• Build and maintain strong client and referrer relationships, delivering commercially focused advice
• Play an active role in business development
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the team with colleagues across the firm to deliver integrated legal services and cross referrals
• Supervise, mentor and support junior lawyers, ensuring high quality output and effective delegation

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• 15+ PQE in commercial dispute resolution
• A clear business plan and established client following is essential
• Strong technical expertise across a range of disputes, ideally including partnership, shareholder and company matters
• Proven track record in winning work and developing long term client relationships
• Confident leading on complex, high value matters
• Strong communication and leadership skills

WHY JOIN?

• Join a progressive, people focused Top 100 UK firm with national reach
• Excellent platform to grow and shape a disputes practice in a key regional market
• Competitive salaried partner package and comprehensive benefits, including:
• Generous holiday allowance
• Healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance
• Pension, life assurance and income protection
• Profit and performance related bonus
• Hybrid working
• Enhanced family leave
• A culture committed to inclusion, wellbeing and long term professional growth

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*