Disputes Associate (2-4PQE)

London Permanent View Job Description
A leading US law firm is looking to recruit a 2-4 PQE Associate to join its London disputes practice. The team is widely recognised for handling high-value, complex cross-border litigation and arbitration matters, acting for a broad range of corporates, financial institutions and high-net-worth individuals.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex cross-border disputes.
  • Join a lean, top-tier US disputes team.

About Our Client

Operating with a lean, high-performing structure, the London office offers associates early responsibility, direct partner exposure, and the opportunity to play a key role in strategic decision-making on significant disputes. The firm acts for a diverse client base, including corporates, financial institutions, and individuals, across a broad range of sectors.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work across a mix of commercial litigation and international arbitration, supporting partners on complex, often multi-jurisdictional matters.

  • Assisting on, and where appropriate taking ownership of, discrete workstreams on large-scale disputes
  • Drafting pleadings, witness statements and submissions
  • Supporting case strategy and legal analysis
  • Liaising with clients, counsel and international co-counsel
  • Managing disclosure exercises and coordinating document review
  • Attending hearings and arbitrations

The Successful Applicant

  • England & Wales qualified with 2-4 years' PQE
  • Experience gained at a strong UK or international disputes practice
  • Exposure to both litigation and arbitration
  • Strong academic background
  • Excellent drafting and analytical skills
  • Ability to thrive in a lean, high-performing team

What's on Offer

  • Work on high-profile, high-value disputes with early responsibility
  • Exposure to a global client base and complex cross-border matters
  • Close partner interaction within a lean, collaborative team structure
  • Strong platform for progression within a top-tier US disputes environment
Contact
Harry Veale
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7018992
Phone number
+44 207 269 2100

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Harry Veale
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2100
Job reference
JN-052026-7018992