Associate (Disputes Resolution and Shipping)

Oon & Bazul LLC is looking for Singapore-qualified lawyers of 3 to 6 years’ PQE to join our growing practice across two core areas:

• General Disputes & International Arbitration, and
• Shipping & Maritime Disputes

We are expanding and are keen to welcome lawyers who see this not just as a job, but as an opportunity to grow alongside the firm and help shape its future.

These roles are ideal for lawyers who enjoy working on complex, high-value matters, think commercially, and want to build deep expertise while taking ownership of their work and contributing meaningfully to the firm’s development.

What You will do

Depending on your practice focus, you will work on a mix of:

General Disputes & International Arbitration

• Commercial litigation and international arbitration matters, often with a strong cross-border element
• Complex legal and commercial issues, providing clear, practical, and commercially sensible advice
• Drafting pleadings, submissions, and supporting advocacy
• Case strategy and client advisory work, working closely with partners and clients

Shipping & Maritime Disputes

• Charterparty and COA disputes
• Cargo claims and marine insurance disputes
• Ship arrests, collisions, and maritime casualties
• Offshore, energy, and trade-related disputes
• Singapore court proceedings and international arbitrations (including LMAA, SIAC, SCMA, and ad hoc arbitrations)

Across both practice areas, you will:

• Be involved early in strategy, case management, and client engagement
• Work on cross-border matters and build increasing autonomy
• Contribute to the development and growth of the firm and its practices

What We’re Looking For

• Singapore-qualified lawyer with 3–6 years’ PQE (newly qualified lawyers are welcome to apply)
• Experience or a strong interest in either:
• Commercial litigation / international arbitration, or
• Shipping and maritime disputes
• Strong drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Arbitration experience is preferred but not mandatory for the shipping role
• Commercial awareness and sound judgment
• A proactive, growth-oriented mindset with the ability to take ownership of matters
• Interest in client relationship development and long-term client engagement
• A collaborative approach and commitment to professional growth

Why Join Us

At Oon & Bazul LLC, you won’t just be executing instructions. You will be:

• Part of a growing and entrepreneurial practice where your ideas and initiative matter
• Given meaningful client exposure and responsibility early on
• Encouraged to develop your own profile and practice within the firm
• Supported in building a long-term, fulfilling legal career in a collaborative and forward-looking environment

If you are looking to build a strong foundation in disputes work whether in general commercial matters or shipping and want to grow with a dynamic and ambitious team, we would love to hear from you.