Overview
Commercial Litigation Partner - Exeter. A leading Top 200 UK law firm with a strong regional presence across the South West seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Partner to join its established team in Exeter. The firm is known for combining legal excellence with a personable, practical approach and for its commitment to client service and community embeddedness. It advises a broad portfolio of commercial and private clients and has a collaborative workplace culture, including a gold accreditation from Investors in People.
This senior position offers the opportunity to work on high-value, complex commercial disputes involving company, partnership, director and shareholder matters, as well as corporate transactions, commercial contract issues, and occasional insolvency work. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the direction of the team while supporting wider business development initiatives. The firm seeks a proactive, commercially minded individual with strong interpersonal and leadership skills. The role suits someone who thrives on delivering results for clients while mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to a strong internal culture.
A background in managing complex caseloads independently is essential, along with a desire to build and expand a personal client base. The role offers room to develop niche practice areas with the full support of the firm.
Responsibilities
* Lead high-value, complex commercial disputes including company, partnership, director and shareholder matters, as well as corporate transactions, commercial contract issues, and occasional insolvency work.
* Shape the direction of the team and support wider business development initiatives.
* Manage complex caseloads independently and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to a strong internal culture.
* Build and expand a personal client base; develop niche practice areas with firm support.
Profile / Qualifications
* Experienced Commercial Litigation Partner with strong leadership and interpersonal skills; commercially minded and proactive.
* Ability to deliver results for clients while mentoring others and contributing to the firm’s culture.
Benefits
The firm offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, life assurance, and an additional day off for your birthday. Other perks include corporate gym membership discounts, access to legal support, eye care and flu vaccinations, and opportunities to engage in social, sporting, and charitable activities.
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