At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on the full dispute lifecycle, including adjudication and mediation in construction disputes.
- Company: A commercial law firm in Buckinghamshire focused on expanding its dynamic practice.
- Benefits: Collaborative environment to deepen contentious construction experience and develop towards a senior role.
- Other info: Role suitable for NQ to 3 years' PQE lawyers.
- Why this job: Ideal for solicitors looking to build a career in contentious construction within a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have exposure to construction contracts, particularly JCT, and related disputes.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Commercial law firm in Buckinghamshire is looking to recruit a contentious Construction lawyer of 0 to 3 years' PQE. This role is part of a considered expansion, aimed at maintaining the quality of work while adding further depth and capability to a dynamic and evolving practice. This role is suited to a solicitor who has gained exposure to contentious Construction work, or is looking to develop that focus further within a commercially minded disputes team.
You will advise on:
- the full dispute lifecycle, including adjudication, mediation and litigation in the Technology and Construction Court, with a clear emphasis on achieving commercially sensible outcomes;
- construction disputes arising out of JCT and similar contracts;
- payment claims (interim and final);
- defective works;
- delay and disruption;
- termination.
Alongside formal proceedings, you will:
- provide strategic, real-time advice to clients dealing with issues on live projects thereby helping to manage risk;
- strengthen positions and create leverage where disputes are unavoidable.
The team works closely with clients and across the wider disputes practice, offering a collaborative environment where you can deepen your contentious construction experience, build confidence in handling complex matters, and develop towards a more senior role over time.
Ideally, candidates will be looking to build a career in contentious construction and will have experience of at least one or more of the following:
- experience (or good exposure) to disputes arising from construction contracts, including JCT, and matters involving defective works;
- payment claims;
- delay and disruption;
- liquidated damages.
Experience of adjudication, mediation or High Court/ Technology and Construction Court proceedings is of interest but not essential, but an interest in developing in this area and a willingness to engage with complex disputes is important.
Contentious Construction lawyer NQ - 3 years' PQE BUCKINGHAMSHIRE in Milton Keynes employer: Farrar Levin Legal Recruitment
This Buckinghamshire-based commercial law firm is expanding its contentious construction team. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment and opportunities to handle complex matters while developing their careers. The firm prioritises maintaining high-quality work and client relationships.
Contact Details:
Farrar Levin Legal Recruitment Recruitment Team
