Associate – Commercial Disputes

Overview

In this role you will support a broad commercial disputes practice in London, handling litigation, arbitration and regulatory matters with cross-border dimensions. You will work closely with partners and clients across sectors, contributing to case management, drafting and research while participating in business development. The team offers autonomy, varied experience and mentoring as you develop as a disputes lawyer. You will help drive impact through efficient dispute resolution and strategic client service in a global context.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of commercial disputes including contractual, shareholder, professional negligence, fraud and insolvency-related claims
• Manage case files and assist partners across litigation, arbitration, regulatory work and ADR
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and client reports
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex factual and legal issues
• Collaborate with clients, counsel, experts and stakeholders to ensure effective case management
• Contribute to thought leadership and business development
• Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate

Key requirements

• Qualified solicitor with 3–6 years’ PQE in commercial disputes
• Strong academic background (2:1 or equivalent) from a leading university
• Experience managing complex commercial disputes, ideally with cross-border elements
• Excellent technical knowledge of the litigation process
• Commercially focused problem solving
• Confident communicator with strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service

• confident communicator
• client-focused mindset
• mentoring and teamwork
• litigation process expertise
• arbitration and ADR familiarity
• cross-border dispute handling

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