Commercial Dispute Resolution Associate or Senior Associate - Milton Keynes or Oxford page is loaded## Commercial Dispute Resolution Associate or Senior Associate - Milton Keynes or Oxfordlocations: Milton Keynesposted on: Posted 7 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101231**The Team**Freeths’ national, award‐winning Commercial Dispute Resolution (CDR) team comprises over 100 lawyers across 13 UK offices. Most recently, the team successfully represented clients in the landmark Post Office litigation - one of the most significant miscarriages of justice in British legal history, led by our National Head, James Hartley.The CDR team is highly ranked in both Chambers and The Legal 500 for commercial disputes and professional negligence, handling a broad range of domestic and international matters.In the Milton Keynes office, the team is headed by Simon Hobbs, who is recognised in The Legal 500 and Chambers (2026 Edition) as an expert in dispute resolution with experience spanning commercial litigation, property disputes, and insolvency.In Oxford, the team is jointly led by Caroline Watson and Will Richmond‐Coggan. Caroline is also ranked in The Legal 500 and Chambers (2026 Edition) and specialises in complex commercial disputes, often with cross‐border elements, as well as professional negligence. Will focuses on data protection and privacy litigation, including technology and media disputes.There is an exceptional variety of work within the team, offering the successful candidate significant exposure and development opportunities. The team is known for delivering results‐driven, commercially informed, and pragmatic advice, building long‐standing relationships through a deep understanding of clients’ businesses and objectives.**Areas of Specialism:**• International arbitration• Defamation and data protection• Energy and waste• Financial services• Insurance (claimant and defendant)• Corporate and commercial disputes involving shareholders, partnerships, and trusts• Major projects and transport• Public sector and healthcare• Professional negligence• Contentious insolvency and enforcement• Reputational management**The Role**This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, proactive, and self‐motivated solicitor with strong legal capability and excellent attention to detail. The successful candidate will quickly immerse themselves in a varied and engaging caseload. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, organised, enthusiastic, and eager to learn, with approximately 2 - 4 years’ PQE in commercial litigation.In return, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, high‐quality training, and clear career progression opportunities.**No agencies. Direct applications only. For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team at** **!recruitmentfreeths@freeths.co.uk****.**# # **Smart. Bold. Together. We Are Freeths.****Become part of the team at Freeths.****View some of our recent highlights on our website** **.**locations: Milton Keynesposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago**2. Think Recognition:** Sharing success matters to us. We love to showcase excellent work across the firm and celebrate our people through our employee awards. We recognise our teams work hard together to deliver the best solutions for our clients. That’s why great work is well rewarded - our rewards and benefits are among the best in the business.We are committed to sourcing candidates directly where possible. For particular roles, we may work with preferred suppliers who will be invited by our resourcing team to support us. We may also agree to accept CVs from other suppliers on an ad hoc basis (to be agreed in writing). We will not be responsible for fees in relation to CVs or profiles submitted directly to our partners or other employees or for any applications not submitted via our portal. Agencies should contact our recruitment team before submitting unsolicited applications.
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