Construction Disputes Associate - London

Job summary

We are seeking a Construction Disputes Associate to join our team in London. As a Construction Disputes Associate, you will work directly with and learn from industry-leading Partners, and have exposure to our large international and domestic clients.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contentious construction issues: defects, delays, variations, termination, defect liability, performance bonds, professional negligence;
• Draft pleadings, statements of case, expert reports, submissions, opinions (both advisory and litigation/arbitration), witness statements;
• Manage all phases of dispute work: discovery / document management, evidence, expert appointment, ADR (mediation, adjudication, dispute boards), hearings, enforcement;
• Interpret and apply standard form construction contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC, FIDIC), bespoke contracts, as well as project agreements, procurement documentation etc.;
• Work on cross border construction disputes, coordinating with overseas teams / counsel, applying principles of international arbitration;
• Conduct legal research on applicable law, enforceable rights, procedural and substantive law in relevant jurisdictions;
• Engage in client meetings, strategy sessions, and possibly negotiations / settlements;
• Assist in business development: contributing to proposals and pitches, writing articles or thought leadership, maintaining and growing client relationships;
• Mentor / supervise more junior associates, paralegals or trainees, where applicable.

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