Construction Disputes Partner

Company: Culbert Ellis
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Location: London
Job Description:

Construction Disputes Partner

Location: London (City)

Firm: Culbert Ellis

Package: Competitive + performance-related incentives

The Firm

Culbert Ellis is a ranked, employee-owned boutique law firm with offices in London and Cambridge, advising growth companies, funds and entrepreneurs on high-stakes matters across corporate, commercial, disputes and investigations and in specialist sectors including construction, technology, media and hospitality.

Our model is deliberately different: clients work directly with senior lawyers who bring clear judgement, commerciality and decisive advice – “your team in the room” when it matters most.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Construction Disputes Partner with a following to join our disputes practice. 

You will play a central role in developing the firm’s construction law capability, working alongside a highly regarded disputes team and broader commercial practice.

The Role

  • Board position
  • Lead and grow a construction disputes practice within the firm
  • Advise on construction and engineering disputes (including adjudication, arbitration and litigation)
  • Build long-term client relationships and contribute to the firm’s strategic growth

About You

  • Senior lawyer with strong construction disputes experience
  • Portable client following
  • Commercially minded with an entrepreneurial approach
  • Proven track record of lead and client generation
  • Successful team manager

Why Join Us

  • Competitive package and performance related incentives
  • Employee-owned structure aligning long-term incentives with firm success
  • Flexibility in pricing and delivery (including innovative fee arrangements)
  • International platform via global alliances for cross-border work
  • A genuine opportunity to shape and lead a growing practice
  • Ready team of experienced junior lawyers to support development and growth of the practice 

Posted: July 5th, 2026