The brief
The role,
in context.
The Paris Commercial Disputes team of a leading international law firm advises a broad range of French and international clients on complex, high-value commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters. The team is trusted by corporates, financial institutions, investors and multinational groups across a variety of sectors.
The practice is led by experienced Partners and is recognised for its strength in handling cross-border disputes, strategic litigation, and contentious commercial matters requiring coordinated multi-jurisdictional expertise. Following a successful year, the Paris team is looking to recruit a senior lawyer who will manage their own caseload while working closely with Partners on high-value, complex commercial disputes, supporting the continued expansion of the practice.
The Commercial Disputes Group advises on a wide range of contractual and non-contractual disputes, including complex commercial litigation, post-M&A claims, shareholder disputes, and cross-border matters. The role offers strong opportunities for progression and increased autonomy.
Day to day
What you'll
be doing.
01
Manage your own caseload and work closely with Partners on high-value, complex commercial disputes
02
Lead on substantive matters including contractual disputes, post-M&A litigation, shareholder conflicts, unfair competition and cross-border commercial claims
03
Manage client relationships and play a key role in delivering innovative, commercially focused dispute resolution strategies
04
Support business development initiatives and help grow the team's profile in the Paris market
05
Supervise and mentor junior lawyers, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment
06
Coordinate closely with colleagues in Paris and across the wider international network on multi-jurisdictional matters
07
Contribute to the continued expansion of the practice
Candidate profile
Who we're
looking for.
i
French-qualified lawyer (avocat) registered with the Paris Bar with 6 years' PQE
ii
Solid experience in commercial disputes gained within a leading law firm
iii
Strong command of French civil and commercial court procedures
iv
Ability to handle complex matters with autonomy, rigour and sound judgement
v
Full professional fluency in English; comfortable operating in an international environment
vi
Confident stakeholder manager with experience engaging with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
vii
Proactive, structured and solution-oriented approach to legal issues
viii
Efficient diary and task management across a range of matters
ix
Enthusiastic about continuous development of legal skill set
x
Inquisitive — wants to understand clients, their drivers and what matters to them, to deliver advice with quality, imagination and impact
Why this role
The honest
upside.
01
Senior role within a recognised Paris Commercial Disputes practice
02
High-profile, international and strategically significant work
03
Manage your own caseload while working closely with experienced Partners
04
Clear opportunities for progression and increased autonomy
05
Lead client relationships for corporates, financial institutions, investors and multinationals
06
Support and shape continued expansion of the practice
07
Supervise and mentor junior lawyers in a collaborative team
08
Access to a wider international network for multi-jurisdictional matters
09
Supportive and collegiate environment focused on improvement, growth and collaboration
What happens next
No CV blasted
without your say-so.
Step one
A proper conversation. 20 minutes, by phone or in person — about you, the firm and whether this actually fits.
Step two
Firm name disclosed. Only when you're qualified in and comfortable. Detailed brief and live mandates shared.
Step three
Submission & prep. CV sent only on your express permission. Tailored interview prep and honest offer support throughout.
