Shipping Litigation Solicitor

Bydand Recruitment Services Limited
London

Job Details

Shipping Litigation Solicitor – Associate – NQ+

  • Location: London
  • Work pattern: Hybrid
  • Salary: Up to £90,000 (Dependent on Experience)
  • Level: Qualified Solicitor or Equivalent Marine & Shipping Focus
Join a prestigious international law firm with a top-ranked Marine & Shipping team. Based in London, this is a rare opportunity to advise a diverse global client base including P&I Clubs, shipowners, charterers, cargo interests, freight forwarders, and major ports and terminals.

Nature of the work
  • Mixture of wet and dry shipping litigation
  • Manage recovery actions for unpaid shipping and bunker claims
  • Advise on vessel arrests and enforcement under security documentation
  • Resolve bill of lading disputes and indemnity/contribution proceedings
  • Support public inquests and jurisdictional matters following maritime fatalities
  • Advise on ship sale and purchase, port operations, and European Economic Interest Grouping structures
  • Draft and review standard terms and conditions for marine contracts
Ideal Candidate

We welcome applications from lawyers with marine experience or a demonstrable interest in shipping law:
  • Qualified Solicitor or equivalent with contentious maritime experience either gained after qualification or on training contract.
  • Strong analytical and drafting skills
  • Commercial awareness and ability to advise international clients
  • Interest in business development and promoting the firm’s Marine offering
  • Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for specialist practice growth
Why join
  • Work within a globally recognised Marine & Shipping team
  • Advise on high-profile, cross-border matters with real impact
  • Join a supportive, specialist team with strong leadership
  • Hybrid working and competitive salary
  • Opportunity to grow your profile in a niche, high-value practice area
If you’re ready to build your career in shipping law and work with a world-class client base, this is your opportunity to do so in a firm that values expertise and ambition.

Apply for more details or don’t hesitate to give us a call for a confidential discussion.
Posted 2025-08-08

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