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Belfast, UK
Posted 2 weeks ago
This is a disputes associate role based in A&O Shearman’s Belfast office, supporting the firm’s international litigation and arbitration practice with case management, research and drafting for commercial disputes.
What the role involves
- Qualified solicitor (Northern Ireland, England & Wales, or Ireland)
- Commercial litigation/disputes experience
- Strong legal research and drafting skills
- Comfortable supporting cross-office dispute teams
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Experience level: Associate level
Where this listing came from
This role was taken from A&O Shearman’s own careers page. Legal Desire is not the employer, is not recruiting for this role, and does not receive or handle applications for it. View the original posting.


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