Commercial Litigation Associate

Our client is an international law firm boasting a diverse client base that includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies and with locations across Europe as well as the United States, Canada and Asia. We are now looking for an exceptional Commercial Litigation Associate to join their busy, successful, and growing Trial Department.

Commercial Litigation Associate

London

£208-292K plus excellent benefits package.

To be successful in this role:

You will be a confident and Commercial Litigation Associate with three to five years of Post-Qualification commercial litigation experience. Other requirements for this role include:

• Admission as a solicitor in England and Wales; or ability to practice in England and Wales without the need for sponsorship
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Strong academic performance

Position summary:

Our client is seeking a 3 to 5 year PQE (or equivalent) Commercial Litigation Associate to join the Trial Department in their London office.

Job role and responsibilities:

As a Commercial Litigation Associate you will have the opportunity to work in all phases of business litigation, from pleading through trial and appeal. This position will involve significant responsibility over pending cases and in-court experience. Specifically, you will handle the following types of tasks for complex litigation matters:

• Disclosure
• Drafting statements of case
• Witness proofing
• Research, legal analysis and advisory work
• Trial preparation

Benefits:

Our client offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan; 15 weeks of paid parental leave, plus an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for lawyers who give birth; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; education and college advising programs; well-being programs and activities; and a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling.