International Arbitration Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an International Arbitration Associate in New York. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in complex commercial litigation and international arbitration, with a focus on trial and hearing preparation.

Duties

• Prepare and draft briefs, witness statements, and expert reports.
• Lead and manage discovery and document production.
• Coordinate with experts and manage case strategy.
• Prepare for and argue hearings.
• Develop cross-examination outlines and assist in preparation.
• Engage in emergency arbitration and expedited proceedings.

Requirements

• 4-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Proficiency in international arbitration processes.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York.

Skills

• Strong research and drafting abilities.
• Excellent case management skills.
• Effective communication and coordination with experts.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This international, mid-sized, and young New York office has attorneys with a wide array of experience in antitrust law and commercial litigation; corporate finance and securities law; employment litigation and labor; project finance and development; real estate and mortgage finance; restructuring, insolvency and reorganization, and transactions based in Latin America. Although they only offer relatively competitive salaries, their team-oriented and informal environment -- where even the most senior partners are associates, mentors, and friends -- is conducive to quality and success.