Commercial Disputes Lawyer, Associate (12 Month FTC), Leeds

Addleshaw Goddard LLP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Addleshaw Goddard LLP in Leeds is seeking an Associate to join the Commercial Disputes team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support a dedicated client project alongside an experienced disputes group, handling a broad range of complex matters.

We welcome candidates with a background in general commercial litigation; experience in defender personal injury work would be advantageous. The firm offers a collaborative, high-performance environment with ongoing professional development and

Qualifications

• Sound technical understanding of the law.
• Good drafting and communication skills.
• A commercial and common sense approach to issues.
• The ability to work to deadlines within a challenging environment.
• Self-motivation and be keen to be involved in training & marketing.
• The ability to actively support fee earners on complex transactions
• A collaborative approach and ability to work well as part of a team, including cross-office and cross-border.

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• We are seeking to appoint an Associate to join our Commercial Disputes team in Leeds on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will support a dedicated client project within the firm's national Commercial Disputes practice. While the position is offered on a fixed-term basis, there have previously been opportunities for individuals in similar roles to secure permanent positions, subject to business need, performance and a review closer to the end of the contract
• You will work alongside a highly experienced team of commercial disputes lawyers, advising on a broad range of complex and varied matters. Candidates with a background in general commercial litigation are particularly encouraged to apply, and experience of defender personal injury work would be advantageous.
• We have created a collaborative and supportive environment where ambitious lawyers can thrive. Our teams enjoy exposure to high-quality work, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work with talented colleagues who are passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for clients and supporting one another's success.

THE TEAM

The Commercial Disputes Group has lawyers across all UK offices and internationally. In each of the markets in which we operate we are recognised by independent commentators as one of the leading disputes and investigation practices, with a strong reputation in all of our offices for our commercial and innovative approach to resolving business disputes. We have real expertise in key areas, including swift delivery of commercial solutions to complex and critical issues. We can strategically deploy a combination of formal proceedings (including court and arbitral proceedings) and all aspects of alternative dispute resolution (including negotiation, mediation and adjudication). We recognise that an in-depth understanding of the transactions underpinning the disputes we deal with is essential to the sensible resolution of those disputes, so often work closely with our non-contentious colleagues. Our in-depth knowledge and understanding of the way our clients operate gives us a significant advantage over our opponents, who are frequently the magic circle/major city firms. In addition to general commercial disputes, AG has specialists in Finance, Fraud, Construction, Crime, Insurance & Reinsurance, Information Technology, Media, Intellectual Property, Business Protection, Competition, Property and Tax and Pensions disputes. We represent a large number of blue-chip companies, public sector authorities/departments and high net worth individuals across a huge range of sectors including retail, transport, digital, food and drink, health, industrial, automotive, energy, utilities and financial services. We pride ourselves on being a busy, high performing, diverse and cohesive team.

YOUR AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

To be successful in this role, any candidate will need:

• Sound technical understanding of the law.
• Good drafting and communication skills.
• A commercial and common sense approach to issues.
• The ability to work to deadlines within a challenging environment.
• Self-motivation and be keen to be involved in training & marketing.
• The ability to actively support fee earners on complex transactions
• A collaborative approach and ability to work well as part of a team, including cross-office and cross-border.

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.