The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word LITIGIOUS
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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The straight part
We know that "Having a fondness for suits" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case having a fondness for suits = litigious.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does LITIGIOUS mean?
LITIGIOUS adjective- Of or relating to litigation.
- Inclined to engage in lawsuits.
- Argumentative or combative.