Junior Litigation Partner

• Senior-level role with progression in a respected NW commercial firm
• High-quality general commercial & property litigation work with cross-office collaboration
• Hybrid working, strong culture

This is a standout opportunity for a Junior Litigation Partner to join a highly respected commercial practice in Merseyside at a pivotal point of growth.

You’ll be joining a friendly, collaborative team where both offices work closely together, share work seamlessly and enjoy regular networking and inter-office events.

The firm has a long-standing local reputation, a flexible hybrid working culture.

Who we’re looking for

• Senior Associate level (around 7–12 PQE)
• Background in general commercial litigation
• Essential: experience in property litigation (or fee earners from larger firms with solely property litigation experience will also be considered)
• Strong client-handling, drafting and strategy skills
• Network of contacts (desired)
• Confident, collaborative and culturally aligned with a friendly, down-to-earth team
• Interested in helping grow the Liverpool litigation offering

What you’ll be doing

• Manage a varied commercial litigation caseload
• Handle a mix of general commercial disputes and property litigation matters
• Work cross-office with the Manchester litigation team
• Support the department’s development in Liverpool
• Supervise junior colleagues and work alongside a legal exec and trainees
• Build client relationships and contribute to business development
• Participate in cross-departmental litigation work available within the wider group
• Contribute to strategic growth and team-building initiatives

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working: 2 days WFH each week
• Flexible hours (core hours 10am–4pm)
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Death in Service
• Strong emphasis on training, career development and progression to partnership
• Well-established Legal 500 North West commercial practice with a strong reputation
• Culture of investment in people, wellbeing and long-term career growth

Contact Jemma Davies

📩 jemma.davies@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

Jemma specialises in placing litigators across the North West. For a confidential chat about this opportunity and whether it aligns with your career goals, get in touch.