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Solicitor/Associate - Commercial Litigation
Posted 2 days 20 hours ago by DAC Beachcroft LLP
Department: Global London Insurance - Commercial Litigation
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: London
DescriptionOur Commercial Litigation team in London is known for handling complex, high-stakes and technically demanding commercial litigation, often with an international dimension. We advise on a broad spectrum of disputes, including contractual issues, fraud and conspiracy, corporate mismanagement, shareholder claims, contested share purchase agreements, technology and intellectual property disputes, partnership disputes, insolvency, professional negligence, financial services disputes, crypto asset recovery and reputation management. We are also experts in obtaining time-critical remedies to trace, preserve and recover assets including search orders, freezing injunctions, and requests for information and disclosure orders. We also advise on emerging risks including ESG-related claims, climate change litigation, allegations of greenwashing, cybercrime, AI and data theft.
Our clients include corporates from a wide range of industries, including financial services, technology, transport, telecoms, and health, as well as governmental bodies and high-net-worth individuals.
We work closely with other practice areas within the firm to draw on their knowledge and expertise, as required. Further, our network of global lawyers means we can quickly assemble international teams in multiple jurisdictions and provide seamless and coordinated management of cross-border litigation.
Key Responsibilities- Advising clients on a wide range of commercial disputes including contractual, shareholder, professional negligence, fraud, and insolvency-related claims.
- Managing case files and assisting partners with all aspects of litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence, and reports for clients.
- Conducting legal research and analysis on complex factual and legal issues.
- Working closely with clients, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective case management.
- Contributing to thought leadership and business development activities.
- Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate.
- Qualified solicitor with 2-4 years' PQE in commercial litigation, at a comparable firm
- Strong academic background (2:1 degree or equivalent) from a leading university.
- Demonstrable experience in managing complex commercial disputes, ideally including cross-border elements.
- Excellent technical knowledge of the litigation process.
- Commercially focused approach to problem solving.
- Confident communicator with strong drafting and negotiation skills.
- A commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
DAC Beachcroft LLP
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