Wadkins Associates are currently assisting a highly reputable firm in search for a 2+ PQE aviation litigation lawyer to fit within their London team for a 12-month contract. The associate will join a substantial team which is renowned for the support and development they provide to their associates.

The role is within their aviation litigation team, involving complex commercial litigation work. The team works alongside one of the biggest airlines in the market, giving the associate exposure to big-ticket work within the aviation space.

After discussing the role with the Partners, these were some of the key benefits of the role:

• Quality of work- Being an established, international firm, the team is involved in many high-profile cases with some of the biggest airlines in the industry. This will give the associate a lot of valuable experience within the aviation market.
• Remuneration package- The client pays handsomely to match the high caliber of work that is expected from their associates.
• Training and development- The team have a robust support network, where associates are developed by some of the best Partners in the litigation space.

The client is seeking a 2+ PQE England and Wales qualified lawyer who has prior experience in the aviation industry.

If you are interested and would like to find out more regarding the 12-month contract, please do get in touch for a confidential chat.

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Wadkins Associates are supporting a boutique firm to take on a paralegal with a view to offering a training contract in due course. Having discussed the role with the hiring partner in detail, we are well-positioned to provide guidance and support throughout the application process.

The partners are keen to bring in a paralegal to assist with some of their litigation and arbitration cases currently ongoing. The firm focuses on a variety of disputes within the transport industry, including both maritime and aviation cases. The work will expose you to high-value commercial litigation with a focus on contract disputes. Paralegals with litigation experience in the shipping or aviation industries are especially encouraged.

The firm is keen to hire within the coming months, presenting an exciting opening for aspiring lawyers who want to take that next step in their career:

• This is a prime opportunity to garner legal experience while being on course to secure a training contract, providing successful probation and good performance.
• Working within a small team early in your career will allow for close relationships with partners and associates to accelerate your development. You will have direct exposure to experienced people in the industry, primarily working 1-on-1 with a qualified lawyer in the team.

If you are a paralegal with litigation experience and have completed your LPC, please get in touch for more information about this and other opportunities we have to offer.

Wadkins Associates are proud to be working with a long-standing client again to find a Junior Associate to join their Aviation Litigation team in the London office.

Our client is an award-winning law firm with offices around the world. The firm has a strong reputation for their work within Aviation. The team have been closely involved with many significant aviation disputes within the industry in the last few decades, and are keen to find a junior lawyer to join their team.

The work will revolve around large disputes and major losses and you will also advise on regulatory work, allowing you to expand your skills and knowledge on a daily basis.

Working closely with our client, we have collectively come up with some key advantages of joining the Aviation team:

• Working with the best: The firm prides itself on being one of the best in the litigation business, allowing a NQ lawyer to learn from top aviation lawyers.
• Excellent salary: They boast a competitive salary, above the market, making this the cherry on top of an already attractive role.
• Good working environment: The team is incredibly hard-working but are very supportive. Join a team full of friendly faces.

The ideal candidate will have a NQ+ PQE, and trainees expecting to qualify are also welcome to apply. Experience within aviation and a passion for planes is absolutely essential.

To discuss the role in more detail, or to get a better grasp of the market, please do not hesitate to get in touch for a discrete discussion.

Phone number: +44 7920 842257
Email address: alexandra.tidy@wadkinsassociates.co.uk

Wadkins Associates are excited to be working with a leading commercial law firm in Dubai to hire a qualified senior aviation lawyer. We have a good deal of experience in this region and have already established a strong relationship with the team’s hiring partner.

This opportunity comes as a result of continued ambitions to grow their aviation sector. The work covers both contentious and non-contentious aspects, with the majority of the work on the contentious side. This involves a variety of claims, predominantly advising and defending airlines and their insurers on regulatory matters as well as personal injury, baggage, and cargo matters. Non-contentious responsibilities centre around financing and leasing.

From our discussions with the partner, we can identify these benefits of joining the team:

• Breadth of work: Enjoy a broad nature of work across the aviation industry, ensuring a variety of work that utilises your capabilities.
• Dubai: With state-of-the-art infrastructure, great weather and lifestyle, Dubai is a prime choice for anyone looking to settle somewhere new.
• Full responsibility for your cases: You would be working directly with the partner and with clients, free to handle your own files from start to finish.

The partner is only considering senior England & Wales qualified lawyers, with a minimum of 5 years PQE. A relocation package is available to facilitate moving to Dubai, including flights out and visa assistance.

For a discreet call to discuss details, please get in touch.