Simpson Judge
Commercial Litigation Solicitor
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Commercial Litigation Solicitor
1–2 PQE
Location: London
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Permanent
The Opportunity
We are working with a highly regarded specialist London disputes firm that is looking to appoint a Commercial Litigation Solicitor (1–2 PQE) to its established Commercial Litigation & International Arbitration practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior disputes lawyer looking to develop their career within a specialist environment and gain exposure to complex, high-value, and international disputes.
The team acts for a sophisticated client base including multinational businesses, financial institutions, international organisations, sovereign entities, and high-net-worth individuals, with matters frequently involving multiple jurisdictions.
The successful candidate will work closely with experienced Partners and senior lawyers, gaining significant exposure to both English High Court litigation and international arbitration.
The Role
You will work across a varied caseload of commercial litigation and international arbitration matters, with responsibilities including:
- Assisting with complex and high-value Commercial Litigation before the English High Court.
- Working on international commercial arbitration proceedings.
- Exposure to arbitrations conducted under institutional rules including LCIA, ICC, SIAC, and DIAC.
- Assisting with complex cross-border and multi-jurisdictional disputes.
- Drafting correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, submissions, and other legal documents.
- Conducting detailed legal research and analysis on complex contractual and commercial issues.
- Assisting with interim applications, injunctions, and jurisdictional challenges.
- Supporting matters involving the recognition, enforcement, and challenge of arbitral awards.
- Assisting with disclosure and preparation for hearings and trials.
- Attending client meetings, conferences, hearings, and arbitrations.
- Developing direct client exposure as your experience progresses.
- Supporting the team's wider business development activities.
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About You
We are interested in speaking with qualified solicitors with approximately 1–2 years' PQE who have developed experience within Commercial Litigation and/or International Arbitration.
The ideal candidate will have:
- 1–2 years' PQE gained within a recognised disputes practice.
- Experience working on commercial litigation and complex contractual disputes.
- Exposure to High Court proceedings.
- International Arbitration experience or a genuine interest in developing further expertise in this area.
- Experience of cross-border disputes would be advantageous.
- Strong legal research and drafting skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- The confidence to work directly with clients and senior lawyers.
- A commercial and pragmatic approach to disputes.
- The ability to manage competing deadlines and work effectively as part of a specialist team.
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Why Apply?
This opportunity would particularly suit an ambitious junior disputes lawyer who wants greater responsibility and exposure to international work than may be available within a larger practice.
The successful candidate will benefit from:
- Exposure to high-value and complex international disputes.
- A strong mix of Commercial Litigation and International Arbitration.
- Direct access to experienced Partners.
- Early responsibility and meaningful involvement in matters.
- Exposure to international clients and cross-border disputes.
- A collaborative and specialist disputes environment.
- Genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
- Competitive remuneration.
For further information or a completely confidential discussion regarding the opportunity, please apply or contact me directly: Joey.mullen@simpsonjudge.co.uk 07831592157
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