HR603: Senior Litigation Attorney, Insolvency | Bermuda

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SENIOR LITIGATION ATTORNEY – INSOLVENCY – BERMUDA – 10% TAX – HR603 About this opportunity Our client is one of Bermuda’s leading law firms. It is a local firm with a global presence, and has a broad ranging practice with an emphasis on civil and commercial litigation, banking and finance, general corporate, trusts, insolvency and restructuring. The firm also offers advice and services to international individual and commercial private clients. The practice is looking for a senior litigation attorney (e.g. a Counsel or at Junior Partner level) with strong Court advocacy skills and significant relevant experience to lead their Insolvency team. The successful candidate will be a professional with strong commercial awareness, great business development and client rapport building skills, a team player, willing to mentor juniors and someone who is hungry for eventual partnership. What you’ll need A minimum of 13 years’ relevant post-qualification experience and a recognized Commonwealth designation Strong advocacy skills and proven experience in conducting litigation to a high standard at various levels of Court Experience in commercial matters, in particular significant Insolvency experience Excellent drafting, legal research and legal opinion writing Confident in leading your own files Superb interpersonal skills to deal effectively and courteously with clients, lawyers and colleagues Excellent oral and written communication skills Outstanding organizational and time management skills to manage a busy practice and handle several matters at once The ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality in all matters Excellent computer and technical skills Experience with business development activities How to apply To apply, attach your résumé or include a link to your LinkedIn profile If you don't provide one of the above, we can't progress your application For reasons of confidentiality and to ensure best match for positions, our normal practice is to submit applications to employers only after we have had a Career Consultation with candidates. In the event that you are not shortlisted for this particular vacancy, your details will be held on file and considered for other relevant opportunities. Our clients are equal opportunity employers and value diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you believe you deserve an exceptional career, we’ll help make it happen. 👉 Not for you? Refer a friend to apply and we'll reward you with a referral bonus upon successful placement 👉 Share a job Tell us about a new job vacancy in Bermuda, BVI or the Cayman Islands