Associate Solicitor – Commercial Litigation in Cambridge

The FirmTees Law is a Top 200 UK law firm, with over 400 dedicated professionals across our five offices. We offer expert legal services and independent financial advice to a wide range of clients, including individuals, businesses, professional partnerships, charities, schools, multi-academy trusts, and national corporations. Founded in 1913, Tees has grown from a traditional family firm with strong community roots into a modern, forward-thinking practice. Our vision is simple: to be the firm of choice for exceptional service, quality of life and doing business responsibly. At Tees, we believe in open, honest, and empathetic communication. No matter how complex the situation, we offer clear, long-term solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Drawing on over a century of experience, we proactively anticipate challenges and share insights to help our clients achieve a better future. Our mission: helping people to a better future.

We are seeking an ambitious Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join our growing and highly regarded Dispute Resolution team in Cambridge. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with Chris Hook and other experienced litigators on a broad range of high-quality commercial disputes and commercial chancery matters, while helping to shape the continued growth of the practice. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied caseload, direct client contact, genuine responsibility and clear opportunities for progression.

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with commercial awareness, excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine enthusiasm for business development.

Why join Tees?

• A growing and ambitious Cambridge litigation team with an excellent reputation.
• High-quality and varied commercial litigation and commercial chancery work.
• A genuinely collegiate and supportive culture where collaboration is encouraged.
• Strong career progression prospects within a forward-thinking firm.
• Opportunities to build your profile through networking, marketing and business development.
• A flexible hybrid working model with an expectation of three days per week in the office.

The role

You will manage your own caseload whilst supporting senior members of the team on complex matters. You will advise a broad range of businesses, directors, shareholders, partnerships and individuals on commercial disputes and contentious commercial matters.

Typical areas of work:

• Contractual and business disputes
• Shareholder and partnership disputes
• Commercial chancery matters
• Debt recovery and enforcement
• Professional negligence claims
• Property-related disputes
• Injunctions and other interim remedies
• Alternative dispute resolution, including mediation
• General dispute resolution and litigation strategy

Key responsibilities:

• Managing a varied commercial litigation caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Providing practical, commercially focused legal advice and exceptional client service.
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting Partners and senior lawyers on complex matters.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team.
• Achieving agreed financial and performance targets.
• Identifying opportunities to add value for clients and generate cross-referrals.
• Contributing to the team’s technical excellence and knowledge sharing.
• Taking an active role in networking, marketing and business development initiatives.
• Helping to strengthen the firm's reputation within the local business and professional community.

About you:

• A qualified Solicitor with solid experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
• Strong technical knowledge and excellent attention to detail.
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• A confident communicator who builds strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Ambitious and motivated, with a desire to develop your career and contribute to the growth of the team.
• Interested in business development and enthusiastic about networking and building professional connections.

What success looks like:

You will become a trusted adviser to clients, contribute positively to the development of the Cambridge Dispute Resolution team, support colleagues, and play an active role in growing both your own practice and the wider Commercial Litigation offering at Tees.

Working arrangements:

This role offers a blended approach to working with an expectation of three days per week in the office. Flexibility of working hours may be required to meet client needs. Access to a vehicle may provide additional flexibility.

Our commitment to you:

At Tees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career development, including:

• Professional development: Access to training programmes and a wide range of career development resources.
• Health and wellness: Wellness initiatives and mental health support to help you thrive both in and out of work.
• Financial benefits: Competitive salaries and discretionary payments.
• Supportive work environment: An inclusive, collaborative culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to contribute and grow.
• Work–life balance: Generous annual leave, plus your birthday off to celebrate in your own way, with the option to purchase additional holiday for even greater flexibility.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, inclusive of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, socioeconomic background, caregiving responsibilities, and any other lived experience that makes you uniquely you.