Public and Administrative Lawyer - Litigation

Our client is a dynamic, operationally agile firm with one of the most impressive growth trajectories among domestic practices in Ireland. Renowned for its expertise in contentious public and administrative law, the firm fosters a supportive, collaborative environment and offers excellent career development opportunities. As the firm continues to expand and secure substantial market share across key practice areas, it provides an exceptional platform for professional growth.

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a significant mentoring role within a large Dispute Resolution, Investigations, and Regulatory department, serving a diverse public sector client base. You will supervise and guide associates while building your own profile within the firm. The firm offers a unique platform to cultivate your client relationships and offers a working environment that encourages solicitors to exceed moderate targets comfortably.

In this role, you will be part of a professional, friendly, and forward-thinking team, benefiting from the leadership of experienced partners. You will work on a variety of complex and engaging matters, including:

• Providing legislative interpretation and advice to public sector clients.
• Mitigating risks in the exercise of statutory functions and powers by public bodies.
• Managing judicial review matters and statutory appeals, advising on procedural aspects.
• Advising on investigations, drafting terms of reference, reviewing reports, and providing advice on processes and findings.
• Supervising solicitor associates across a wide range of matters, ensuring ongoing learning and professional development.
• Providing support to other business units as necessary.
• Delivering continuous training and support to clients.

The Candidate:

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in public and administrative disputes.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent technical legal skills.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and client-management abilities.
• Able to work independently while contributing as part of a team.
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client service and problem-solving.

If you're seeking a role that combines mentorship, challenging work, and a collaborative environment, this is the opportunity for you.