William James Recruitment
Litigation Associate (Junior)
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Litigation Associate (Junior)
The Role
William James Recruitment is instructed on behalf of a fast-growing, premium disputes boutique seeking to appoint an ambitious Associate (circa 2–4 PQE) to join its London team.
The firm has rapidly established an excellent reputation for handling high-value, complex commercial litigation and arbitration. The practice is led by highly regarded disputes lawyers with backgrounds at leading international firms, possessing extensive experience in international disputes.
The Managing Partner brings over 30 years’ experience in cross-border litigation and arbitration, founding the practice with a vision to create a specialist disputes platform focused on high-stakes, claimant-side work. The wider partnership comprises lawyers stemming from Magic Circle and elite US firms, reinforcing the firm’s strong technical pedigree and market credibility.
The firm specialises in some of the world’s largest litigations and arbitrations, supporting a diverse international client base from its London office. Core practice areas include:
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- Commercial Litigation
- Competition Litigation
- International Arbitration
- Financial Services Disputes
- White Collar Crime and Investigations
Associates work directly with Partners, gaining early responsibility and broader exposure than typical in larger firms, while benefiting from close mentoring and support from highly experienced practitioners.
The Candidate
- 2–4 PQE from a leading City, national or international disputes practice
- Strong experience in advising on high-value, international commercial disputes
- Proven ability to manage and proactively drive matters forward with appropriate supervision
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
- Highly organised and able to perform under pressure
- Capable of working to tight deadlines
- Strong academic background
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Why This Opportunity
- Join a fast-growing, specialist disputes boutique with strong international focus
- Work directly with highly experienced Partners from leading global firms
- Exposure to innovative, high-profile and market-leading litigation
- Greater autonomy and responsibility than in larger firms
- A genuinely entrepreneurial culture with no internal silos
- Clear opportunity to contribute to – and grow with – the business
Benefits & How to Apply
- Competitive remuneration package
- High level of Partner access and mentoring
- Meaningful career progression opportunity within a growing platform
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.
Contacts: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant) 📞 Direct Dial: 020 3918 1665 ☎ Mobile: 0794 405 5476 ✉ Email: alice.winter@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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