Starter/junior lawyer in Commercial Contracts & Litigation

Starter/junior lawyer in Commercial Contracts & Litigation
Region: Brussels or Antwerp
Required experience: None
Environment: Law Firm
Ref: LexGO09/01
Contract: Self-employed (Full-time)
Lawyer (Bar) Commercial Litigation
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Company description

Liedekerke is one of Belgium’s foremost business law firms. Based in Brussels, with a London representative office since November 2007, and independent since its creation in 1965, the firm has established an international reputation upon a unique experience and unchallenged expertise, which it has acquired in all areas of business law.

The Corporate & Finance practice group provides clients with practical and business-oriented solutions in all corporate and M&A matters, including capital markets, corporate governance, reorganizations, private equity and venture capital, joint ventures, and corporate litigation.  

The firm’s clients represent the full spectrum of corporate entities, ranging from sovereigns and public authorities to start-ups, multinational corporations, private equity and venture capital sponsors, family offices, senior managers, non-profit organizations, foundations, and leading Belgian companies.

As one of the largest Corporate & Finance teams in Belgium, the attorneys leverage their combined expertise to efficiently address clients’ corporate and M&A needs, both domestically and internationally. For cross-border transactions, they collaborate daily with top-tier foreign law firms.

More about Liedekerke

Your role

As a lawyer in our Commercial Contracts & Litigation team, you will assist clients across various industries in developing strategic business structures, navigating critical challenges, and resolving or preventing disputes.

You will work on a variety of matters, from advising on contracts to tackling complex cases involving industrial construction and engineering, supply and distribution, joint ventures and production transformation agreements in key sectors such as energy, chemicals, agro-business, pharmaceuticals and retail.

To further strengthen our team, we are looking for a starter or junior lawyer.

What we offer

What joining the team offers:

  • the chance to work on highly interesting and challenging litigation matters
  • immersion in the diverse aspects of commercial contract and litigation law
  • a multilingual, open, and stimulating work environment
  • direct client contact from day one
  • opportunities to grow your network of clients and contacts
  • a friendly atmosphere focused on excellence, collaboration, and teamwork with other departments
  • active involvement in the growth of our practice
  • a competitive compensation and benefits package
  • work flexibility, including up to two days a week from our new Antwerp office
  • efficient and green mobility with our offices conveniently located near Brussels and Antwerp Central Station
  • a team of dedicated professionals in commercial contracts and litigation ready to assist you

What we expect

Our new colleague:

  • has a native-level proficiency in Dutch, an excellent command of English, and a solid knowledge of French
  • is eager to start the bar internship in fall 2025 or has recently started bar internship and is ready to tackle challenging cases
  • holds an excellent academic track record in law from a Belgian university
  • demonstrates a strong interest in commercial contracts and business
  • possesses a keen eagerness to learn and a willingness to further specialise
  • has a detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical and drafting skills
  • brings a team-player attitude, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines
  • approaches clients with a pragmatic, commercial mindset and a client-focused approach

Practical information

Start date: As soon as possible or fall 2025

Location: Brussels, with the option to also work from our Antwerp office from time to time.

Are you ready to start an exciting career at Liedekerke?

Apply now via our website by submitting your CV, cover letter, and transcripts from each university year.

An HR colleague will contact you for a brief screening (by phone or Teams), followed by a formal interview with partners and/or team members if selected.

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