Associate - Commercial Litigation

DAC Beachcroft LLP; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking an Associate in Commercial Litigation. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years' PQE, handling complex commercial disputes, and a strong academic background. Responsibilities include advising clients, managing case files, and drafting legal documents. This role offers an opportunity to work on high-stakes international litigation and to collaborate with a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years PQE in a comparable firm in commercial litigation.
• Strong academic performance required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on commercial disputes including fraud and insolvency claims.
• Manage case files and assist partners in litigation processes.
• Draft pleadings and conduct legal research.

Skills

Qualified solicitor with 4-6 years’ PQE

Strong academic background (2:1 degree or equivalent)

Experience in managing complex commercial disputes

Excellent technical knowledge of the litigation process

Commercially focused problem-solving

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Commitment to exceptional client service

Education

Degree from a leading university

Job description

Associate - Commercial Litigation

Department: Global London Insurance - Commercial Litigation

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: London

Description

Our Commercial Litigation team in London is known for handling complex, high‑stakes and technically demanding commercial litigation, often with an international dimension. We advise on a broad spectrum of disputes, including contractual issues, fraud and conspiracy, corporate mismanagement, shareholder claims, contested share purchase agreements, technology and intellectual property disputes, partnership disputes, insolvency, professional negligence, financial services disputes, crypto asset recovery and reputation management. We are also experts in obtaining time‑critical remedies to trace, preserve and recover assets including search orders, freezing injunctions, and requests for information and disclosure orders. We also advise on emerging risks including ESG‑related claims, climate change litigation, allegations of greenwashing, cybercrime, AI and data theft.

Our clients include corporates from a wide range of industries, including financial services, technology, transport, telecoms and health, as well as governmental bodies and high‑net‑worth individuals.

We work closely with other practice areas within the firm to draw on their knowledge and expertise, as required. Further, our network of global lawyers means we can quickly assemble international teams in multiple jurisdictions and provide seamless and coordinated management of cross‑border litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising clients on a wide range of commercial disputes including contractual, shareholder, professional negligence, fraud, and insolvency‑related claims.
• Managing case files and assisting partners with all aspects of litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence, and reports for clients.
• Conducting legal research and analysis on complex factual and legal issues.
• Working closely with clients, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective case management.
• Contributing to thought leadership and business development activities.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified solicitor with 4-6 years’ PQE in commercial litigation, at a comparable firm
• Strong academic background (2:1 degree or equivalent) from a leading university.
• Demonstrable experience in managing complex commercial disputes, ideally including cross‑border elements.
• Excellent technical knowledge of the litigation process.
• Commercially focused approach to problem solving.
• Confident communicator with strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional client service.