Commercial Litigation Associate (London)

Brown Rudnick LLP; England; On-site; GBP 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London is seeking a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of experience in handling complex disputes. The role involves all stages of litigation, from pre-action to trial preparation, requiring strong legal and communication skills. Competitive salary from £145,000 to £190,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ post-qualification experience in handling complex commercial litigation.
• Experience with injunctions and mediations.
• Ability to prepare pleadings and participate in hearings.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all stages of litigation from pre-action to trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and take witness statements.
• Support overall case strategy and handle complex arbitrations.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Litigation experience

Preparation of pleadings

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate (London)

Job Title: Litigation Associate

Office: London, United Kingdom

Brown Rudnick strives to be enterprising, respectful, inclusive, insightful, and tenacious in every aspect of our business, including our interactions with clients, colleagues, and the communities where we have a presence. We rely on these core values to serve clients in key practice areas and industries – the pillars of Brown Rudnick: Crisis Management, which includes restructuring, investigations, and special situations; Global Litigation; Life Sciences; Technology; and Brand and Reputation Protection.

About the Role

Brown Rudnick is seeking a talented mid‑level Commercial Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of post‑qualification experience to join our internationally recognised litigation team in London, UK. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work on complex, high‑value disputes across diverse industries. As part of our team, you will contribute to every stage of litigation – from pre‑action work such as injunctions of all types and mediation to preparing pleadings and applications/hearings, client and party communications and disclosure processes; conducting in‑depth legal research; taking witness and expert statements; and supporting trial preparation and overall case strategy – while also handling complex arbitrations.

Our Dispute Resolution Department in London serves a wide variety of clients in connection with many exciting and challenging matters in a dynamic environment. The team is comprised of high‑performing, creative‑thinking trial lawyers, many called to the bar. This position will provide an opportunity for accelerated professional development through direct collaboration with senior members of the team. Success will require a proactive mindset and a strong commitment to making the most of this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
• Strong academic background with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• 2‑5 years’ post‑qualification experience in handling complex commercial litigation before courts, arbitration panels and tribunals.
• Demonstrated experience handling injunctions and mediations; preparing pleadings and applications/hearings, client and party communications and disclosure processes; conducting legal research, taking witness and expert statements and supporting trial preparation and case strategy.
• Experience acting for both claimants and defendants.
• Comparable law firm experience preferred.

Who We Are

Brown Rudnick is a leading international law firm that provides exceptional, client‑driven service in global litigation, crisis management (restructuring, investigations and special situations), brand and reputation management, life sciences and technology. We advise on high‑profile cross‑border matters while providing the kind of personal attention to clients that is typically found at boutiques. Our enterprising and tenacious lawyers serve our clients around the globe from offices in key financial centres in the U.S. and the U.K., and have been recognised by, among others, Chambers & Partners, Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation and Law360 for excellence in their fields.

Salary range based on experience level and location is estimated to be in the range of £145,000 – £190,000.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brown Rudnick LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing talented professionals from all backgrounds across the spectrum of diversity. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, ethnicity, colour, ancestry, religious beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or another protected characteristic, all as defined by applicable laws.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal