Civil Litigation Associate (Fixed-Term Contract – 12 Months)

Montresor Legal; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading disputes firm in London is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate (2–4 PQE) for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves working in a high-caliber team, engaging in substantial High Court proceedings and complex commercial disputes. Candidates should have experience in commercial litigation and strong technical skills. The firm values a supportive culture and diversity, offering a defined-term role with substantial responsibility and the potential for excellent professional growth.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a reputable commercial litigation practice.
• Strong technical ability and sound judgement in a disputes environment.
• Candidates from common law jurisdictions should bring strong litigation training.

Responsibilities

• Involved in substantial High Court proceedings.
• Work directly with partners and senior lawyers on cases.
• Handle complex commercial disputes and fraud-related claims.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience

Strong technical ability

Sound judgement

Education

UK qualification preferred

Foreign qualification from common law jurisdictions accepted

Job description

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A highly regarded London-based disputes firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate (2–4 PQE) to join its Commercial Litigation / Civil Fraud team on a 12-month fixed‑term contract.

The role will sit within a market‑leading team specialising in commercial litigation and civil fraud, with work spanning complex commercial disputes, fraud‑related claims, and matters with a strong cross‑border dimension. Associates in the team are closely involved in substantial High Court proceedings and work directly with partners and senior lawyers on strategically significant cases.

The firm is looking for candidates with:

• Prior experience in a reputable commercial litigation practice
• Strong technical ability and sound judgement in a disputes environment

While UK qualification is preferred, the team is open to considering foreign‑qualified lawyers, particularly from common law jurisdictions, where candidates bring strong litigation training and relevant experience. This flexibility reflects the role's fixed‑term nature and the practical focus of the work.

This opportunity would suit an associate who is:

• Between permanent roles or returning from overseas
• Interested in high‑quality litigation exposure within a specialist disputes practice
• Looking for a defined‑term role with real responsibility rather than peripheral support work

The firm places real value on the quality of its people and is known for a supportive, collegiate culture, alongside a genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion, and wider community engagement.