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Disputes Partner Top 50 UK Law Firm Milton Keynes Location: Milton Keynes Salary: £120,000 - £500,000 + Excellent Benefits + Performance Bonus Job Type: Permanent An outstanding opportunity for a seasoned Disputes Partner to join a leading national firm with a strong reputation for excellence, collaboration, and strategic growth. We are delighted to be working exclusively with a prestigious Top 50 UK law firm seeking to appoint an experienced Disputes Partner to its growing Milton Keynes office. The firm has a well-established national Dispute Resolution practice, advising blue-chip, mid-market, and entrepreneurial clients across a broad range of sectors. With a culture built on innovation, teamwork, and commercial focus, this is an opportunity to take a leadership role within a forward-thinking and ambitious national firm. The Role As a Disputes Partner, you will lead and grow the firm s Milton Keynes Dispute Resolution offering while collaborating closely with an accomplished national team. The role combines strategic leadership, high-level client engagement, and the opportunity to shape the future direction of the practice locally and nationally. The team s work spans a broad range of commercial disputes, including contract and shareholder disputes, professional negligence, insolvency litigation, and regulatory matters, as well as alternative dispute resolution and mediation. Key Responsibilities: Lead and develop the Dispute Resolution team in Milton Keynes. Advise clients on complex, high-value commercial litigation and dispute matters. Drive business development initiatives and strengthen the firm s regional presence. Collaborate with colleagues across the firm s UK offices to deliver seamless, multi-disciplinary service. Mentor and develop junior lawyers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. About You You will be an experienced and commercially minded Disputes Partner, or a Legal Director / Senior Associate ready to take that next step into partnership. You ll bring technical excellence, commercial awareness, and the ability to inspire trust in both clients and colleagues. You will bring: At least 8+ years PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution. Experience managing complex cases for corporate and high-net-worth clients. Strong business development and client relationship skills. The ability to lead, motivate, and mentor others. A following or strong regional network would be advantageous, but not essential. The Firm This Top 50 UK law firm is recognised for its modern, inclusive culture and progressive leadership. With a strong national footprint and a reputation for quality, it offers a genuinely supportive environment where Partners are empowered to lead with autonomy, creativity, and purpose. Why Join? Join a nationally recognised Top 50 firm with an established disputes practice. Strategic leadership opportunity within a key regional office. Market-leading remuneration and benefits package. A progressive, people-first culture that values collaboration, innovation, and long-term success. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven and respected litigator to take the next step in their career combining first-class work, genuine leadership potential, and the support of a top-tier national platform.

About the Firm: Our client is a leading Legal Top 200 Firm with over 150 years of history, consistently recognised for excellence and previously awarded Regional Law Firm of the Year. Highly rated by employees on Review Solicitors and Glassdoor, the firm combines expert legal advice with a people-centric approach. Committed to strong client relationships, ESG initiatives, and making a positive impact on the wider community, it is a dynamic and supportive place to build your career. The Commercial Litigation Associate Role: The client is seeking an experienced Senior/Principal Associate to join their Dispute Resolution team, specialising in commercial litigation. The role offers the opportunity to manage a broad caseload of commercial disputes, assisting Partners with high-value and complex matters. Cases will include commercial contract disputes, restrictive covenant claims, IT contract disputes, sale of goods and supply of services disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, defamation claims, warranty and indemnity claims, IP disputes, and consumer claims. Work will span from pre-action advice through to proceedings in the County Court, High Court, and, where necessary, the Court of Appeal. This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially minded and proactive litigator to develop their career, manage client relationships, supervise junior team members, and contribute to the growth and success of the Commercial Litigation sub-team. Commercial Litigation Associate Responsibilities: Provide clear, results-focused, and strategic advice to clients in line with legal principles and commercial objectives. Advise on and comply with relevant pre-action protocols. Draft documentation required for litigation proceedings. Liaise and build strong relationships with clients, counsel, and experts. Manage court proceedings and arbitration as necessary. Represent clients in settlement negotiations, including mediations. Conduct matters diligently, efficiently, and with excellent financial management. Collaborate with colleagues within the Commercial Litigation Team and the wider Dispute Resolution Department. Supervise and develop junior team members through active mentoring and support. Engage with firm-wide initiatives and contribute to long-term client relationships. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of substantive law and procedural developments. Apply strategic, commercially focused thinking to all matters. Commercial Litigation Associate Benefits: Private medical insurance Life assurance Health insurance Group personal pension with professional advice Employee Assistance Programme Health and well-being days Enhanced family leave Hybrid or remote working opportunities Discounted dental insurance and gym membership PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003