Commercial Disputes Associate – Manchester

LC Legal; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LC Legal, in partnership with a leading international law firm, seeks an Associate for its Commercial Disputes team in Manchester. The role offers exposure to high-quality domestic and cross-border disputes, with opportunities to work closely with partners across offices and to contribute to business development.

The successful candidate will possess a solid background in commercial disputes, with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE, and will thrive in a collaborative, proactive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience in commercial disputes.
• Solid background in commercial disputes; insolvency-related disputes experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Advising on and representing clients in commercial disputes through litigation, arbitration and ADR.
• Handling a wide range of matters including contractual disputes, public law issues and professional negligence.
• Managing a caseload with appropriate supervision and contributing to business development.
• Building and maintaining strong client and intermediary relationships; managing files, time and billing efficiently.

Skills

Commercial Disputes

Litigation

Arbitration

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

LC Legal, in partnership with a leading international law firm, seeks an Associate for its Commercial Disputes team in Manchester. The role offers exposure to high-quality domestic and cross-border disputes, with opportunities to work closely with partners across offices and to contribute to business development.

The successful candidate will possess a solid background in commercial disputes, with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE, and will thrive in a collaborative, proactive environment.