Commercial Litigation Associate (4–5 years’ PQE)

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Manage all phases of litigation.

Conduct detailed case strategy.

Champion client relationships: directly handle client interactions, reporting, and feedback.

Lead junior team members: delegate, review work, coach & support growth.

Assist with business development: support pitch prep, contribute legal insights & firm branding.

Commit to professional growth: attend training, legal research updates, industry networking.

Meeting with clients to understand, interviewing them on their legal issues, needs objectives, and provide advice accordingly.

Providing legal and technical advice including drafting legal opinions.

Undertaking due diligence on litigation matters.

Conducting research on relevant laws, regulations, precedents, and case law to build on each case assigned to you

Drafting and reviewing various legal documents.

Managing deadlines and court schedules effectively, ensuring timely filings and appearances.

Preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents with the appropriate court or tribunal.

Collaborating with advocates and colleagues in various high value litigation cases in order to achieve success.

Representing clients in legal matters such as hearings, motions, and trial proceedings.

Regularly updating clients on the status of their cases in a simple manner by breaking down the legal terminologies.

Conducting cross-examination.

Engaging, Draft and review settlement agreements to ensure that the client’s interests are protected through a favorable resolution.

Corresponding and negotiating with opposing counsel to resolve disputes favorably.

Ensuring that invoicing, collection of payable fees and timely payments are made.

Building positive and maintaining good relationships with clients and potential clients.

Participation and contributing to the growth of litigation department goals and objectives.

Any other relevant duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

Strong drafting & legal research skills

Excellent client-facing and interpersonal skills capable of managing high‑value relationships

Demonstrated leadership: active role in mentorship, project delegations, or case management guidance

Strategic thinker with strong initiative, time management, and teamwork skills

Commitment to professional development and openness to being on partnership path can take feedback and give constructive feedback to a team and leaders.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Ability to take constructive feedback positively

Industries:Management Consulting

Function: Legal/ Lawyer