Senior Associate, Litigation

PQE: 5+
Department: Dispute Resolution – Litigation & Arbitration Team
Location: London
Duration: Permanent
Reports to: Partner
Reference no.: 8888

The Team and Role

We are looking for an able and enthusiastic lawyer with at least 5 years PQE to join our team. The role is London based and provides opportunities to work across a wide range of commercial disputes, involving both litigation and arbitration across a range of sectors and on a truly global platform.  

Dentons represents a significant number of corporate clients and is particularly highly regarded for its energy and financial services work. We now have an exciting opportunity for a mid-level associate to join the team. 

The team acts on a diverse range of disputes, involving many different sectors and types of clients, including corporates and governments. The role will suit an associate looking to demonstrate existing legal and case management skills, but also wanting to develop their own strategic skills. You will be given responsibility and a good range of work in a collegiate environment working with supportive partners.  

This is an exciting and challenging role and an excellent opportunity for an associate, who is passionate about progressing their career within a global firm and in supporting the ongoing growth of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Advise on litigation and arbitration commercial sectors.
• Support partners in building and maintaining client relationships.
• Make significant contributions to business development.
• Work closely with teams across the firm where appropriate. 

Required experience, skills, and attributes

• English law qualified.
• Litigation experience gained within a top-tier City firm.
• Strong academic record.
• Sound grasp of Civil Procedure Rules.
• General financial services law knowledge preferred.
• Exceptional drafting skills and legal research ability.

Personal attributes

• Takes responsibility for own work and can work independently.
• Is dedicated to exceptional client service.
• Has a keen interest in business development and demonstrates market focus.
• Strong financial, commercial and business awareness.
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment and resilience.
• Shows strong initiative and drive and takes control of own career development, enthusiastic about learning new skills.
• Strong team working skills.

Firm Profile

Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity.

Equal Opportunities

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.

During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.

If you have any questions about this or the role criteria, please email  

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