Commercial Litigation Associate - 12-15 month FTC

Taylor Root; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate for a 12-15 month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of PQE in litigation, managing diverse caseloads including high-value disputes. Responsibilities include advising clients, drafting litigation documents, and representing clients in court. Benefits include a supportive environment, exposure to high-profile cases, and a hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for high-profile cases

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• 6+ years of PQE in litigation and dispute resolution.
• Experience in high-value and complex disputes.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters.
• Advise clients on strategy and risk management.
• Draft pleadings and other key litigation documents.
• Represent clients in court and arbitration.

Skills

Litigation

Dispute Resolution

Advocacy

Client Relationship Management

Legal Drafting

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate - 12-15 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office)

Salary: circa £110,000

The Firm

Our client, a Top 100 law firm with a rich history, renowned for delivering exceptional legal services to businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm combines deep-rooted traditions with a modern, agile approach.

The Role

The firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate (6+ PQE) to join the firm's highly regarded Litigation team on a 12-15 month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value disputes within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters, including contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, and civil fraud claims.
• Advise clients on strategy and risk management in contentious situations.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, and other key litigation documents to a high standard.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and arbitration, ensuring effective advocacy and negotiation.
• Work closely with partners and senior stakeholders to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused solutions.

Skills & Experience Required

• Qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE in litigation and dispute resolution with experience gained at a Top 100 or US law firm.
• Strong technical expertise in commercial litigation, including experience with high-value and complex disputes.
• Familiarity with shareholder disputes, insolvency-related claims, and fraud matters.
• Experience acting for ultra-high net worth clients would be a distinct advantage, bit is not essential.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently and maintain strong client relationships.

Why Apply?

• Exposure to high-profile, challenging cases in a supportive and collegiate team.
• Hybrid working model: 3 days per week in the office, 2 days remote.
• Opportunity to join a firm with a long-standing reputation and modern outlook.

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