Associate / Senior Associate
About Trethowans LLP
Trethowans is a leading regional law firm with a reputation for delivering practical, commercially focused advice and outstanding client service. With offices across the South and a strong presence in the region, we act for a wide range of clients including SMEs, large corporates, owner-managed businesses, and individuals.
Our Commercial Litigation team is recognised for its expertise in handling complex, high-value commercial disputes and for working collaboratively across the firm’s practice areas to deliver the best results for our clients.
The Role
We are looking for a talented Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing Commercial Litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a broad range of contentious matters and to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising clients on a wide variety of commercial disputes, including contract claims, shareholder and partnership disputes, professional negligence, and insolvency-related matters.
- Handling your own caseload and supporting partners on more complex or high-value litigation.
- Preparing legal documents, correspondence, and evidence for court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution.
- Engaging in client relationship management and contributing to the development of new business opportunities.
- Mentoring and supporting junior colleagues as appropriate, particularly at the Senior Associate level.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified solicitor with 3–7 years PQE in commercial litigation, ideally gained at a well-regarded firm.
- Strong technical skills, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
- A team player who values collaboration and takes pride in delivering high-quality legal work.
Why Trethowans?
- A firm that values its people and invests in long-term career development.
- Clear and transparent progression opportunities.
- High-quality work and exposure to a broad client base.
- A collaborative, inclusive culture and modern working practices, including hybrid working.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Department
- Commercial Litigation
- Locations
- Southampton, Salisbury, Poole, Bournemouth
- Employment type
- Full-time
