Job Description
Commercial law firm in Buckinghamshire is looking to recruit a contentious Construction lawyer of 0 to 3 years’ PQE. This role is part of a considered expansion, aimed at maintaining the quality of work while adding further depth and capability to a dynamic and evolving practice. This role is suited to a solicitor who has gained exposure to contentious Construction work, or is looking to develop that focus further within a commercially minded disputes team.
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You will advise on:
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• the full dispute lifecycle, including adjudication, mediation and litigation in the Technology and Construction Court, with a clear emphasis on achieving commercially sensible outcomes;
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• construction disputes arising out of JCT and similar contracts;
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• payment claims (interim and final);
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• defective works;
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• delay and disruption;
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• termination.
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Alongside formal proceedings, you will:
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• provide strategic, real-time advice to clients dealing with issues on live projects thereby helping to manage risk;
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• strengthen positions and create leverage where disputes are unavoidable.
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The team works closely with clients and across the wider disputes practice, offering a collaborative environment where you can deepen your contentious construction experience, build confidence in handling complex matters, and develop towards a more senior role over time.
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Ideally, candidates will be looking to build a career in contentious construction and will have experience of at least one or more of the following:
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• experience (or good exposure) to disputes arising from construction contracts, including JCT, and matters involving defective works;
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• payment claims;
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• delay and disruption;
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• liquidated damages.
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Experience of adjudication, mediation or High Court/ Technology and Construction Court proceedings is of interest but not essential, but an interest in developing in this area and a willingness to engage with complex disputes is important.