Legal Associate (Disputes)

WhiteFern LLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteFern LLC, a boutique disputes firm recognized in Chambers Asia-Pacific, asialaw, and Legal 500, invites dynamic Associates to join its commercial disputes practice in Singapore. The firm specializes in insurance/reinsurance and commercial disputes, including litigation, mediation, and arbitration.

We seek lawyers with 0–3 years PQE who are Singapore-qualified or awaiting call, with excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years PQE in disputes preferred.
• Singapore-qualified lawyers only.
• Training completion or awaiting call eligible.
• Prior disputes exposure is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage own files under supervision of the Director and Of Counsel.
• Advocate in State Courts and arbitral tribunals.
• Handle a varied caseload across insurance, commercial and disputes.
• Benefit from competitive remuneration and structured development support.

Skills

PQE 0-3 years

Singapore-qualified

Excellent communication

Independent and collaborative

Disputes exposure

Education

Singapore Bar Admission

Job description

Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits package

0 to 3 years' PQE, Singapore-qualified. Applicants completing their practice training or awaiting call are welcome to apply. Prior disputes exposure is an advantage.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Legal Associate (Disputes) at WhiteFern LLC

WhiteFern LLC, a boutique disputes firm recognized in Chambers Asia-Pacific, asialaw, and Legal 500, is seeking dynamic Associates to strengthen its commercial disputes practice in Singapore. The firm specializes in insurance/reinsurance and commercial disputes, including litigation, mediation, and arbitration.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• 0 to 3 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Singapore-qualified lawyers.
• Applicants completing practice training or awaiting call are eligible to apply.
• Prior exposure to disputes (in practice or during training) is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage own files with direct supervision from the Director and Of Counsel.
• Conduct regular advocacy in State Courts, with exposure to the General Division, Appellate Division of the High Court, Court of Appeal, and arbitral tribunals.
• Handle a varied caseload spanning insurance coverage, third-party claims, and commercial disputes (construction, employment, shareholders', professional/medical negligence).
• Competitive remuneration.
• Structured support for professional development.