Litigation Solicitor in Birmingham

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Role Title: Associate up to Principal Associate – Commercial Dispute Resolution

Location: Birmingham, UK

About the Role: We are seeking a qualified legal professional to join a well-established disputes team, based in Birmingham, to support and expand a strong commercial litigation practice. The firm is a Gold / Platinum employer with excellent work culture, progression opportunities and a clear path to partnership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage your own caseload of commercial disputes, covering a range of matters such as contract and shareholder issues, professional negligence, fraud and procurement-related claims.
• Support senior colleagues on larger or more complex litigation matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate documentation; prepare and conduct court or tribunal work; liaise with clients, opposing counsel and experts.
• Contribute to business development and local team growth initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of client service, risk and information‑security compliance and teamwork.

Candidate Profile:

• UK-qualified lawyer (solicitor) with circa 2 – 8+ years’ post‑qualification experience in a commercial litigation or dispute resolution environment. (Flexible on the PQE)
• Proven ability to handle multiple matters, prioritise effectively, exercise initiative and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commercial mindset, keen to develop a reputation and career in dispute resolution.
• Excellent academic credentials and client‑service orientation.

What’s on Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment within a high‑performing practice of strong reputation.
• Opportunity to take substantial responsibility and build a distinctive profile.
• Competitive remuneration (to be discussed) and flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development and progression opportunities.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this Commercial Litigation Associate up to Principal Associate role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn\’t always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Law Practice, Legal Services, and Services for Renewable Energy