Solicitor – Shipping & Maritime Disputes
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Shipping & Maritime Associate to join a highly regarded, Legal 500-ranked Shipping practice in Newcastle.
Location: Newcastle
Salary: Up to £64,000
Previous Experience: Shipping, Maritime Law, Commercial Litigation or Dispute Resolution
The team specialises in shipping disputes involving tankers, liquid and gas cargoes, advising an international client base that includes P&I clubs, vessel owners and operators.
You will gain exposure to a varied mix of contentious and commercial shipping matters, including charterparty disputes, cargo claims, vessel arrests, contractual disputes and ship sale and purchase transactions.
This is a particularly attractive opportunity for a lawyer with an interest in maritime law who wants to develop specialist expertise within an established practice handling technically challenging and often international matters.
What You’ll Be Working On
- Advising on charterparty and Bill of Lading disputes, including unpaid hire and demurrage claims
- Handling cargo disputes involving contamination, shortages and off-specification bunkers
- Assisting with vessel arrests and associated maritime litigation
- Advising on shipping contracts, including the preparation and review of standard terms and conditions
- Undertaking sanctions checks and advising on associated contractual considerations
- Supporting ship sale and purchase matters and wider commercial shipping transactions
The Experience Needed
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- Previous experience in shipping, maritime law or contentious commercial matters would be particularly advantageous
- Strong litigation and dispute resolution skills, with an interest in developing within the shipping sector
- Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
- Commercially minded with the ability to provide clear, practical advice
- Comfortable managing competing priorities and working both independently and collaboratively
- Enthusiastic about developing client relationships and contributing to the growth of the practice
Candidates with relevant contentious experience outside the maritime sector who are interested in specialising in shipping law are also encouraged to apply.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a rare opportunity to join a recognised Shipping practice in Newcastle, offering exposure to specialist maritime disputes and an established international client base.
You’ll work on a broad range of contentious and commercial shipping matters, developing expertise in charterparty disputes, cargo claims, vessel arrests and marine contracts, while working alongside experienced lawyers within a supportive team.
The role offers an excellent platform for someone looking to establish or further develop a career in maritime law, with opportunities for professional development, direct client exposure and flexible working arrangements.
