Senior Associate

Wadkins Associates are supporting a Tier 1 international shipping law firm in their search for a Senior Associate to join their dry shipping team.

The firm’s shipping practice is recognised as a market leader, with a long‑established reputation for excellence across the maritime sector. Their team handles high‑value, complex disputes and is consistently noted in the Legal 500 for its depth of expertise and strong track record. As the team continues to grow, they are seeking a motivated and capable shipping lawyer to join their busy and profitable practice.

The role will focus on dry shipping disputes, advising on a broad range of contentious matters for both charterers and shipowners. You will work on high-quality instructions involving charterparty issues, bills of lading, contractual disputes, and other core dry shipping matters.

The firm is seeking a 5+ PQE England & Wales–qualified solicitor with solid experience in dry shipping.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career ambitions, we encourage you to get in touch.