Lateral Partner, Commercial Litigation — Washington, D.C.

A lateral partner hire on this brief turns on the portability of the practice, far more than on any headline figure.

Established national law firm seeking a seasoned litigation partner to join its Washington, D.C. office to lead and expand a commercial litigation practice. The role will focus on high-value commercial disputes, courtroom advocacy, and managing complex matters from inception through trial and appeal.

The successful candidate will take primary responsibility for client relationships, drive business development in the region, and mentor junior litigators and teams. This is an opportunity to join a well-resourced practice with national coverage and cross-practice collaboration.

• Portable book of business of $1M+ (USD)
• Significant experience handling complex commercial litigation matters, including trial and appellate work
• Proven track record of originating and developing client relationships and business development

If the fit is not obvious on paper, it is still worth a conversation — the specification tends to follow the practice.