Construction OR Commerical Litigation Solicitor

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

We are seeking an experienced Construction Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join our clients growing Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an established construction lawyer or a commercial litigation solicitor looking to specialise in construction disputes.

Working alongside experienced partners, you will advise a diverse client base including developers, contractors, consultants, employers, funders and insurers on a broad range of contentious construction matters.

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• Advising clients on construction and engineering disputes.
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• Managing adjudications, arbitrations, litigation and other forms of dispute resolution.
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• Providing strategic advice on issues arising under standard form and bespoke construction contracts.
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• Drafting correspondence, pleadings and settlement documentation.
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• Advising on contract interpretation, defects, delay, payment disputes and professional negligence claims.
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• Working closely with experts, counsel and clients to deliver commercially focused solutions.
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• Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships.
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• Supervising junior lawyers where appropriate.
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We welcome applications from:

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• Qualified Solicitors with 5+ years' PQE.
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• Experienced Construction Solicitors with a contentious focus.
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• Commercial Litigation Solicitors seeking to move into construction law, particularly those with experience of complex contractual disputes.
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You will ideally have experience of:

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• Commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
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• High-value contractual disputes.
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• Court proceedings, mediation, arbitration or adjudication.
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• Excellent drafting and advocacy preparation skills.
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• Managing client relationships and running matters with appropriate supervision.
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Construction-specific experience is desirable but not essential for candidates with strong commercial litigation backgrounds and a genuine interest in specialising in construction law.

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• Commercially minded with excellent analytical skills.
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• Strong technical legal ability.
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• Confident communicator with excellent client care skills.
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• Organised and able to manage competing priorities.
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• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
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• Keen to contribute to business development and the continued growth of the team.
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• High-quality and varied construction disputes work.
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• Supportive team with recognised experts in the field.
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• Genuine career progression opportunities.
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• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
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• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
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• Ongoing professional development and specialist construction law training.
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