Junior Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior Associate in Washington, DC. This role involves collaborating with partners and colleagues on high-value, complex international arbitration cases, including disputes involving transnational commercial contracts and international investment treaties across multiple jurisdictions.

Duties

• Assist partners with advising and representing clients in commercial arbitration, investment treaty arbitration, and public international law matters.
• Conduct research, gather evidence, and review documents.
• Draft advice, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Prepare witness and expert evidence.
• Liaise with clients, witnesses, experts, tribunals, and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• US attorney qualification; status as an attorney in good standing with the District of Columbia Bar or eligibility to be sworn in upon employment.
• Professional experience or significant academic training in high-value, complex international investment and/or commercial arbitration.
• Strong dispute resolution technical skills and experience with principal international arbitration rules.
• Desire to practice as a specialist arbitration lawyer and develop advocacy skills.
• Excellent academic background; US JD educated.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an asset.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia or eligible for admission.

Skills

• Ability to write clearly, economically, and persuasively.
• Identify relevant research lines and implement them effectively.
• Analyze complex legal and factual problems.
• Strong understanding of contract and treaty arbitration law and practice.
• Present a client's case confidently and persuasively.
• Manage work professionally and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with individuals, teams, and clients at all levels.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

The law firm focuses its practice on international arbitration and international law. It deals with commercial arbitration, investment treaty arbitration, public international law, and pro bono matters. The firm has offices in London, Paris, Washington, DC, and Bahrain (Manama).