We are a leading commercial law firm recognised as ‘Top Tier’ across a range of practice areas. We value talented professionals who would like to develop their skills in a rapidly growing, progressive firm.

We are seeking an ambitious associate solicitor to join our dispute resolution and litigation department with between 2-5 years PQE.

The role will primarily involve working on public law litigation in leading cases in the areas of planning and environmental law, data protection and FOI and AIE as well as other regulatory litigation.

Experience of judicial review, statutory appeals and associated Superior Court procedures will therefore be a distinct advantage.

Profile

Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Litigation experience in the Superior Courts.
• Excellent research and drafting skills.
• An ability to analyse technical documentation and complex legislation (including the interaction between EU and national law) and provide practical advice.
• An ability to communicate effectively at all levels with our clients.
• A high level of motivation and an ability to act on one’s own initiative.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• An ability to work effectively as part of a team.

If you are interested in finding out more about us we would like to receive your application by 28 February 2022. Please send CV with a short cover note in confidence to HR manager: Nicola McKenna.

Should you wish to learn more about the role before applying, please feel free to contact Nicola in confidence by 21 February 2021 and she will ensure a timely response to all queries received.

Philip Lee is a leading commercial law firm recognised as ‘Top Tier’ across a range of practice areas, including planning and environmental law. We are inviting applications from experienced solicitors or barristers qualified to practice in Ireland, to join our specialist legal practice as an associate.

This role would suit candidates who want to do interesting, important work, within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Suitable candidates will demonstrate:

• A deep understanding of EU law, with a particular emphasis on any of the following: environmental law, energy and climate regulation, and the Aarhus Convention. Knowledge of AIE and FOI law also desirable.
• Relevant public law litigation practice experience, particularly with judicial review and statutory appeals in the High Court and appellate Courts
• An ability to delve deeply into complex legislation and documents and provide insightful, consistent, timely and practical advice
• A willingness to continue to learn and adapt to a dynamic working environment, combining hybrid office / WFH arrangements as well as physical and remote Court hearings
• Strong organisational and time management skills, particularly as regards combining litigation with non-contentious advisory and regulatory work
• Confidence with public speaking, advocacy, and/or the delivery of training to clients and colleagues
• A desire to contribute to the well-being and success of the team and the firm as a whole
• An understanding of what is required to exceed client expectations

Please send your CV and a short cover note in confidence to HR manager: Nicola McKenna by 25 November 2021.

Should you wish to learn more about the role before applying, please feel free to contact Nicola in confidence by 18 November 2021 and she will ensure a timely response to all queries received.

– Applications for the Summer Internship Programme 2022 are now closed –

Philip Lee run very successful paid 10-week summer internship programmes. We are interested in all graduates and undergraduates.  The programme itself gives students an excellent sense of what it is like to work as a trainee and ultimately as a lawyer in a leading commercial law firm. Interns will be introduced to the work of the firm and will be an involved member of the team on various projects. Our trainees, associates and partners give support and mentoring to help students make decisions about their future careers. The 2022 programme will run from 30 May 2022 to 5 August 2022.

Read our Intern and Trainee Booklet.

If you are interested in applying, please send us:

• • Maximum 1-page cover letter
  • Maximum 3-page CV
  • An example of recent written work that you are particularly proud of (trainee applicants only)

Applications can be sent to HR Manager: Nicola McKenna.

View our summer intern video:

Because we are a young, dynamic firm, we can give our trainees real responsibility, fast. Only then will you discover where your true potential lies.  Our lawyers will keep you on your toes as you train and yet treat you as real team members.

We look for:

• a sense of individuality
• a love of learning
• an excellent academic record
• commercial awareness
• strong writing and research skills
• an engaging and optimistic character
• interesting experience
• great listening skills
• an interest in the firm’s areas of expertise

Philip Lee is hiring trainees to join our Dublin office. We place a premium not just on legal knowledge but on the ability to push, prod and provoke.  We recruit talented lawyers, each among the best in their field.  Depth of experience and innovative intelligence that creates not just insight but foresight; these are the qualities we value.  The firm’s culture of curiosity is infectious and creates a unique learning environment where talent and personality can flourish.

The Philip Lee Mentoring Programme pairs trainee solicitors with partners and associates on a rotational basis, providing a supportive environment for trainees to develop their professional skills. We offer our trainees real responsibility. So if you are self-motivated, show initiative and can work on projects with minimum supervision, we look forward to hearing from you. PPC1/PPC2 completion ideal but not essential.

Requirements

• Be able to handle a diverse portfolio of cases and maintain a high standard of service to our clients;
• Have strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Have the ability to work effectively under pressure and deliver results working to tight deadlines;
• Excellent PC skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook)

Read our Trainee Booklet here.

Application Process

If you are interested in an internship or in our trainee programme, please send us:

• • Maximum 1-page cover letter
  • Maximum 3-page CV
  • An example of recent written work that you are particularly proud of (trainee applicants only)

Applications can be sent to our HR Manager: Nicola McKenna.

*Due to the large volume of applications received, the closing date for the traineeship programme has been extended to Friday, 27 May.

We are a leading commercial law firm recognised as “Top Tier” across a range of practice areas. We value individuals who would like to develop their skills in a rapidly growing firm.

We are seeking an ambitious construction/projects lawyer for our construction and projects department with between 0-5 years PQE. This role will focus on advising a range of top-tier developer, public authority, funder (both traditional banks and private equity lenders), contractor and professional consultant clients on non-contentious construction and projects matters (in both private and public sector projects). On a day to day basis you can expect to be involved with:

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising on all forms of standard and bespoke construction documents (building contracts, professional appointments, development agreements, collateral warranties, bonds etc.), both Irish and international forms;
• Advising on contractual and legislative issues that arise during the course of projects;
• Development and projects transaction work including Public Private Partnerships (PPP), development and project finance across all sectors;
• Assisting in business development for the firm, including the creation of client updates for publication and presenting at industry and firm seminars;
• Participating in the firm’s internal knowledge-exchange and generation programmes.

Profile

Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Commercial awareness.
• Excellent drafting skills.
• An ability to analyse legislation and provide practical advice.
• An ability to communicate effectively at all levels with our clients.
• A high level of motivation and an ability to act on one’s own initiative.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• An ability to work effectively as part of a team.

If you are interested in finding out more about us we would like to receive your application. Please send CV with a short cover note in confidence to HR manager: Nicola McKenna.

We are a leading commercial law firm recognised as “Top Tier” across a range of practice areas. We value talented professionals who would like to develop their skills in a rapidly growing, progressive firm.

We are seeking an ambitious associate solicitor with between 2-5 years’ PQE to join our litigation department.

The role will primarily involve working in commercial litigation, but the ideal candidate will have an interest in IP/IT and data protection as their preferred practice groups.

Profile

Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Litigation experience in the Superior Courts.
• Excellent research and drafting skills.
• An ability to analyse technical documentation and complex legislation (including the interaction between EU and national law) and provide practical advice.
• Exposure to/interest in data protection and/or technology.
• An ability to communicate effectively at all levels with our clients.
• A high level of motivation and an ability to act on one’s own initiative.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• An ability to work effectively as part of a team.

If you are interested in finding out more about us, please send CV with a short cover note in confidence to HR manager: Nicola McKenna