International Arbitration Fellow

White & Case LLP • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Our International Arbitration Practice specializes in resolving cross-border disputes through arbitration, offering clients a strategic alternative to traditional litigation. We provide specialized legal representation across a wide range of international arbitration matters, including commercial disputes, investment treaty claims and complex multi-party arbitrations. Our team handles all stages of the arbitration process, from drafting and negotiating arbitration agreements to representing clients in hearings and enforcing awards. With deep expertise in various arbitral institutions and rules, including ICC, LCIA and UNCITRAL, we help clients achieve favorable outcomes and navigate the complexities of international dispute resolution, ensuring efficient and effective outcomes of global disputes. Roles at this level will be developing foundational legal skills and supporting senior lawyers with relatively straightforward legal tasks. International Lawyers perform same or similar tasks to other Junior Associates, however they are not qualified in the jurisdiction they work in and may need to have their work signed off by a solicitor qualified in the jurisdiction of operation.

Requirements

• Developing foundational legal skills
• Supporting senior lawyers with relatively straightforward legal tasks
• Not qualified in the jurisdiction they work in and may need to have their work signed off by a solicitor qualified in the jurisdiction of operation

Responsibilities

• Conducts research on legal issues, applicable law, and statutes to support case preparation and strategy
• Drafts basic legal documents, including pleadings, motions and discovery requests under the guidance of more senior lawyers
• Organizes and maintains case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and readily accessible
• Assists with the discovery process by reviewing documents, managing evidence and preparing discovery materials
• Attends hearings and depositions to observe and assist senior lawyers, taking detailed notes during proceedings
• Handles basic day-to-day communication with clients to gather information and respond to inquiries
• Handles administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings and filing documents

Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life coverage
• disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings
• vacation time
• leave programs (including parental leave)
• performance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed