Associate (Construction - NQ)

The role

The Construction team at Michelmores is seeking a newly qualified (NQ) Associate to join their practice in Exeter, Bristol, or Cheltenham. This role is for ambitious lawyers looking to build foundational skills and gain experience in a supportive environment, working on high-value contentious and non-contentious construction and engineering matters for public and private sector clients.

What you'll do

• Advise in relation to pre-action, adjudication, litigation and arbitration
• Assist with all stages of dispute resolution including mediation and in the TCC
• Review contracts and documents and advise clients in relation to resolution of disputes both during and following the completion of construction projects
• Prepare correspondence with clients, opponents, adjudicators, Courts etc
• Assist with the instruction of barristers and experts
• Review and advise on contract terms proposed to our clients including preparation of due diligence reports
• Draft and negotiate contracts, appointments and ancillary documents primarily using JCT and NEC contracts, as well as IChemE, MF/1 and bespoke forms
• Interact with clients and their other advisors both in person and on Teams calls
• Provide high-quality legal advice to clients
• Manage your own caseload under the supervision of senior solicitors and partners
• Collaborate with colleagues across different practice areas to ensure the best outcomes for clients
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, building trust and credibility
• Participate in business development activities and contribute to the firm’s growth

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Benefits