Commercial Litigation Associate / Senior Associate

The role

Shoosmiths is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate/Senior Associate with 1+ years of PQE to join their Manchester-based Litigation, Regulatory & Compliance team. The role involves managing a diverse caseload of complex commercial disputes for a range of high-profile clients, working collaboratively within a nationally recognised team.

What you'll do

• Advise clients on a wide range of commercial disputes and contentious matters
• Manage litigation through all stages of the dispute lifecycle, from pre action strategy through to trial, enforcement and settlement
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, expert instructions, applications and correspondence
• Support and, where appropriate, lead on mediation, settlement negotiations and other forms of ADR
• Work with clients across a range of sectors, including technology, financial services, real estate, manufacturing and retail
• Coordinate with colleagues across offices and specialist practice areas on complex and multi disciplinary matters
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and become a trusted adviser
• Contribute to business development initiatives, thought leadership and client events
• Support the development and supervision of junior lawyers and trainees

What we're looking for

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