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Following a five partner team hire, DWF are seeking an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join our Marine team in London as we continue to add depth and strength to our team.
The Marine team act on some of the market's most complex and high-profile claims worldwide and clients include marine insurers (UK and international), P&I clubs, shipowners, charterers, freight forwarders, port and terminal operators and commodity traders.
The team specialises in marine insurance litigation, including coverage disputes, recovery actions, charterers’ liability claims, reinsurance, and international trade disputes.
As we continue to grow our global insurance offering, we are also keen to hear from candidates who are newly qualified solicitors in this field or those that are ready to take the next step in their career as a Legal Director.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the handling of marine insurance claims (including hull, cargo, war, marine liability, mortgagee’s interest insurance and yachts), wet claims (including salvage, collision and general average) and dry shipping disputes (including charterparty, ship sale and ship building).
* Work on a wide array of marine insurance litigation claims, including coverage disputes, recovery actions, charterers’ liability claims, reinsurance, and international trade disputes.
* Draft policies as required, ensuring they meet legal standards and client needs.
* Attend business development events to network and promote our services.
What will help you succeed in this role?
* Experience in the field of marine litigation insurance at a recognised shipping law firm.
* Knowledge and experience with court procedures and arbitration (particularly LMAA).
* Language skills would be advantageous but not essential.
What we offer?
We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.
About us
DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Law Practice
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