Associate

Associate - Shipping (Maritime) — Liverpool

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Join a well-regarded maritime team in Liverpool handling both contentious and non-contentious shipping matters. The team acts for a wide range of stakeholders across the global maritime industry and is recognised for its market-leading shipping work.

The role offers exposure to wet and dry shipping disputes, admiralty procedures, bill of lading and charterparty matters, international arbitration and English High Court litigation. You will work on casualty-related disputes, vessel arrests, recovery of vessels under security, and a variety of commercial shipping arrangements.

The firm supports flexible working and encourages applicants from varied routes to qualification. Successful candidates will be expected to participate in client-facing work and business development for the maritime practice.

  • Qualified solicitor or equivalent (e.g., Legal Executive)
  • Preferably maritime-focused with contentious experience (shipping disputes, admiralty or related litigation/arbitration)
  • Experience with vessel arrests, charterparty/bill of lading disputes, or marine casualty claims advantageous
  • Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills; able to work independently and in teams
  • Commercial mindset and aptitude for business development and client relationship building

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