Litigation, Insolvency & Dispute Resolution Sr. Assoc./Partner Track

Lex Caribbean is seeking a Senior-Level Associate/Partner Track Attorney for a Commercial Litigation & Disputes, Restructuring and Insolvency Business Department (the “Department”).

Litigation, Insolvency & Dispute Resolution Senior Associate/Partner

Seeking a Senior-Level Associate/Partner Attorney for a Commercial Litigation & Disputes, Restructuring and Insolvency Business Department (the “Department”).

The Role

• The role of the successful candidate will include:

• Supervising and working closely with other attorneys in the Department on a range of commercial, civil, public law and insolvency-related litigation matters.
• Mentoring and providing guidance towards the professional development of Associates within the Department.
• Assisting in the overall management of the Department on an operational basis and establishing organizational strategies through strategic thinking and direction.
• Conducting extensive legal research on an array of commercial, civil, public law and insolvency-related litigation matters.
• Drafting and reviewing court documents and pleadings (including legal submissions, claim documents, applications and affidavits) and other legal documents.
• Ensuring compliance by the Department with court and firm-set deadlines.
• Attending court as both advocate and instructing counsel.
• Preparing legal opinions and briefs.
• Fostering and maintaining strong client relationships and generating revenue through client management.
• The opportunity to work on all of the above in other Commonwealth Caribbean jurisdictions.

The Candidate

• The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Attorney-at-Law, able to practice in Barbados. Admission to practice in other Commonwealth Caribbean jurisdictions would be an asset.
• Have at least ten (10) years of post-qualification experience, preferably in the area of commercial/civil litigation and/or dispute resolution. Experience or knowledge of bankruptcy/insolvency law would be an asset.
• Have outstanding academic credentials, including at least an Upper Second-Class Honours qualification in their undergraduate degree (or equivalent).
• Be an exceptional advocate, with demonstrated experience in and/or passion for advocacy.
• Be skilled in conducting legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.
• Be able to facilitate and foster strong client relationships.
• Possess excellent commercial and analytical skills and the ability to apply them to achieve commercial solutions.
• Possess superb managerial skills and a history of managing team-members.
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to work collaboratively with members of the Department.
• Be a quick and enthusiastic learner.
• Possess first-rate verbal and written communication skills.
• Have superb organizational, prioritising and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple work demands and team members.
• Operate independently, as well as collaboratively, in a team-based environment.
• Function efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Produce work of a high standard.
• Engage in networking activities within the legal community and relevant industries.
• Participate in professional organisations and industry events to enhance the visibility and reputation of the firm.
• Impact positively to the firm's culture and values

A competitive remuneration and benefits package is being offered based on the competence and experience of the selected candidate.

Only suitable candidates will be acknowledged. The deadline for receipt of all applications is Friday, 10 May 2024.