International Arbitration Senior Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

International Arbitration Senior Associate Attorney

Location: Miami, FL
Salary: $390,000–$435,000

Direct Counsel is seeking an International Arbitration Senior Associate Attorney to join a leading Am Law firm's International Arbitration practice in Miami. This opportunity is ideal for a senior associate with approximately five years of international dispute resolution experience who is eager to work on sophisticated, high-stakes international arbitration and cross-border litigation matters.

The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized team representing clients in complex, "bet-the-company" international disputes while working closely with sophisticated multinational clients and experienced arbitration practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex international arbitration proceedings and cross-border disputes.
• Develop case strategy for high-value international litigation and arbitration matters.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, motions, legal memoranda, witness statements, and arbitration submissions.
• Prepare for hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex international legal issues.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and arbitral tribunals throughout all phases of a dispute.
• Participate in witness preparation, fact development, and evidence management.
• Advise clients on international dispute resolution strategies and risk management.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices on sophisticated cross-border matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with outstanding academic credentials.
• Active bar admission in the United States.
• Approximately 5 years of experience handling international arbitration, international litigation, or other cross-border dispute resolution matters.
• Strong understanding of the strategic and practical aspects of international disputes.
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to advise sophisticated multinational clients.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence and strong interpersonal skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $390,000–$435,000 , depending on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for annual performance and discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized international arbitration practitioners on cutting-edge, high-profile cross-border disputes with exceptional opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth.