Commercial Disputes Lawyer - Aberdeen

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Disputes Lawyer to join their dynamic team in Aberdeen. This permanent position offers the chance to work on diverse commercial sectors such as energy, construction, and IT. With a focus on personal development and training, the firm provides excellent prospects for career progression in a supportive environment. You will play a vital role in managing litigation cases, drafting legal documents, and contributing to business development efforts. If you are passionate about law and want to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Holiday package

Bonuses subject to qualifying conditions

Qualifications

• At least three years’ PQE in litigation or relevant commercial background.
• Experience in conducting proceedings in sheriff courts and Court of Session.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proceedings in sheriff courts and manage multiple files autonomously.
• Support firm-wide training, compliance, and business development initiatives.

Skills

Litigation

Drafting Legal Documents

File Management

Commercial Law

Education

Qualified Solicitor (PQE)

Job description

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Client:

Ledingham Chalmers Solicitors

Location:

Aberdeen

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

8

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

We're looking for a Commercial Disputes Lawyer to join our team in the Granite City.

The Role

This is a permanent role and the successful candidate will report directly to our litigation partners. While this position is based in Aberdeen, you'll have opportunities to travel to meet client needs.

We represent clients across diverse commercial sectors including energy, construction, engineering, property development, marine, agriculture, manufacturing, and IT. We also support individuals with partnership, property, and succession disputes. Though primarily Scotland-based, we regularly advise clients throughout the UK and worldwide.

You will also support the delivery of firm-wide training and seminars, as well as compliance, marketing, networking and business development initiatives.

The Ideal Candidate

Chances are you'll have at least three years’ PQE in the litigation discipline, though we’d be keen to hear from candidates from other relevant commercial backgrounds — it’s about having the right people in the right roles.

You'll be able to demonstrate:

1. Experience in all aspects of conducting proceedings in the sheriff courts and Court of Session (excluding advocacy in the Court of Session)
2. The ability to draft clearly and precisely, with the recipient in mind
3. Confidence in managing multiple files autonomously

Our team also handles non-contentious construction and contract review work as well as insolvency advice — areas you could develop a specialism in, if that’s of interest.

Why Ledingham Chalmers?

There are excellent prospects at Ledingham Chalmers for personal development, training, and progression in a supportive environment.

Importantly too, this post comes with an attractive remuneration and holiday package as well as other bonuses subject to qualifying conditions.

Joining our team is a great opportunity to work alongside experienced and friendly professionals and become a valuable member of a thriving firm. Our growth plans depend on having the right team in place, and your contribution will be instrumental to our success.

To register your interest, please send a CV and covering letter to [emailprotected] by Friday, 11 April.