Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Disputes Associate to join our growing Advanced Delivery Legal department in the A&O Shearman Belfast office.
Responsibilities
* Involvement in commercial litigation
* Drafting and amending documentation and court pleadings
* Preparing clients for court proceedings and trials
* Drafting expert evidence and witness statements
* Drafting advice
* Liaising with clients and attending client meetings
* Legal research
Qualifications
* Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 3 years' PQE, preferably gained at a global or city law firm.
* Experience working in a commercial litigation or disputes role.
* Strong legal skills, including drafting, negotiation, and project management skills.
* Detail focused and self‑motivated approach
* Excellent client relationship and interpersonal skills
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
* Focus on business development and building your personal profile.
* Experience in high‑value commercial litigation and investigations is preferred.
Benefits
Our benefits include an occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, and a range of discounts and lifestyle management services.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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