Commercial Litigation Senior Associate

Link Personnel Services; Leinster; On-site; EUR 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Bonus

Annual reviews

Healthcare contribution

WFH (1 day)

Job summary

Link Personnel Services clients a mid-sized international law firm in Dublin City Centre seeking a Senior Associate in commercial litigation. The role requires a minimum of 5 years PQE with experience in High Court and Commercial Court matters.

The successful candidate will manage a busy caseload, advise on contentious commercial issues, and develop dispute resolution strategies. A strong drafting and advocacy background is essential, along with client‑facing skills and a pragmatic approach.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 5 years PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Experience handling High Court and Commercial Court matters is essential.
• Strong drafting, analytical and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy caseload of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters from inception to resolution.
• Act in High Court and Commercial Court proceedings, including drafting pleadings, motions and affidavits.
• Advise clients on contentious commercial issues, including contractual disputes and shareholder disputes.
• Develop and implement dispute resolution strategies including mediation, arbitration and negotiated settlements.
• Represent clients in case management hearings, trials and interlocutory applications.
• Work closely with senior partners and clients on complex, high‑value matters.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with a high standard of service delivery.

Skills

High Court litigation

Commercial litigation

Legal drafting

Advocacy

Client relationship management

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Our Client is a mid - sized, but growing international law firm based in Dublin City Centre. Due to expansion, they require a senior associate in the area of commercial litigation. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 5 years PQE.

Salary: to €115k

Benefits: Pension, Bonus, Annual Reviews, Healthcare Contribution, WFH (1 day), and more

Total Package: Up to €145k

Duties:

• Manage a busy caseload of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters from inception through to resolution.
• Act in High Court and Commercial Court proceedings, including drafting pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
• Advise clients on contentious commercial issues, including contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, and business-critical litigation.
• Develop and implement dispute resolution strategies, including mediation, arbitration, and negotiated settlements.
• Represent clients in case management hearings, trials, and interlocutory applications.
• Work closely with senior partners and clients on complex, high-value, and often urgent matters.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high standard of service delivery.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 5 years' PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Proven experience handling High Court litigation and Commercial Court matters is essential.
• Strong technical expertise across commercial disputes and litigation procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a full caseload independently while contributing to team-based matters.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic and solutions-driven approach to dispute resolution.
• Strong communication skills with a client-focused mindset.