JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Associate
REPORTS TO: Partners
JOB LOCATION: London
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 31 JULY 2025
For further information or to apply contact:
Victoria Bingle, HR Director
or
Donna Martin, HR Manager
WHO WE ARE
Pallas is an elite litigation and disputes boutique with best-in-class litigation, investigations and arbitration lawyers in London and New York. We act as counsel in complex, high-value, strategically significant cases and are fluent in using litigation strategy to drive successful outcomes. We are the firm of choice for many of the world’s most sophisticated financial institutions, corporates and ultra- high-net-worth individuals.
The firm has departed from traditional law firm models and offers a new and different proposition focused on delivering results, challenging traditional notions, and placing our clients’ interests at the forefront of everything that we do. This unique and open-minded approach means we’re able to look beyond the conventional field of vision and identify opportunities.
Collaboration and inclusivity are at the very heart of our firm and we set an ambitious responsibility and sustainability strategy at the outset to drive positive change throughout the industry. Our inclusive culture and sophisticated infrastructure provide anenvironment for our people to thrive and focus their attention on achieving the best results for our clients.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
We are seeking 1-2 year qualified associates in England & Wales. You will provide commercial legal advice, assistance and representation to clients on a wide range of commercial litigation matters to include:
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disputes arising out of commercial contracts;
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shareholder disputes;
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international joint venture disputes;
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warranty litigation;
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civil fraud litigation;
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misrepresentation and misappropriation claims
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asset recovery and protection;
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insolvency related disputes;
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competition litigation, including private follow-on damages claims; and mis-selling, misconduct, misrepresentation,deceit, fraud, breach of duty, contractual interpretation and breach of transactional documentation claims;
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contentious restructurings and;
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structured finance disputes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Draft and review legal documents to ensure clarity and consistency.
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Create solutions using your legal knowledge.
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Liaise directly with clients and third parties (including barristers, clerks and litigation support service providers).
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Maintain professional relations with clients.
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Challenge and test advice against legal compliance and risks.
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Manage matters with a disciplined practice including timely timesheet submission and conflicts clearance processes.
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Participate in business development, pro bono and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
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Comply with professional standards and legal regulations and be proactive to expand your legal knowledge.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
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Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales with proven experience in litigation from a top tier firm or boutique.
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Exceptional written and oral communication skills advising clients, attending in-person or remote meetings.
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Excellent drafting skills, strong technical skills and comfortable researching and applying complex areas of law (including, for example, the ability to draft letters before claim, concise letters of advice, instructions to Counsel, Court documentation and settlement agreements).
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Strong team player with the ability to mange a complex, varied and fast paced workload appropriate for level of PQE
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Exceptional attention to detail.
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Ability to use initiative; identify problems, gather data, develop and assess alternative courses of action.
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Confident in making timely decisions based on logical assumptions, using all available information.
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Proactive self-starter who works well without close supervision but also receptive to receiving instructions.
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Ability to remain calm under pressure, high tolerance in stressful situations and resilient
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Mature approach to client business development and commercially aware of the client’s business.
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Exceptionally driven, is ambitious to learn and on a steep upward trajectory at present firm and looking to move to an even more demanding and stimulating challenge.
This Job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this job classification.
Pallas Partners LLP is an equal opportunity employer, which does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin orancestry, religion, age, sex, disability, medical condition, sexual preference or orientation, marital or familial status, or any othercharacteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. The Firm's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. It is the Firm’s policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and compensate the best qualified individuals based only upon relevant factors such as experience, work quality and professional attitude.
