International Litigation & Arbitration Associate Attorney

Job overview

The International Litigation & Arbitration Associate Attorney role is listed in New York, NY, with a hybrid work model. The expected base salary is $235,000–$310,000 per year. The attorney joins an international litigation and arbitration practice handling cross-border disputes and high-stakes matters for a global client base. The associate works with litigators and arbitration practitioners on international arbitrations, commercial disputes, related proceedings, and cross-border litigation strategy. The role offers meaningful responsibility, mentorship, and exposure to complex international matters.

What you'll do

• Work on complex international arbitrations, commercial disputes, and related proceedings
• contribute to cross-border litigation strategy
• collaborate with litigators and arbitration practitioners on sophisticated matters.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

international litigation

arbitration

new york ny

direct counsel

hybrid

$235k–$310k

cross-border disputes

commercial arbitration

litigation strategy

mentorship

professional development

pro bono

medical and dental benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Hybrid work model
• professional development resources
• structured mentorship for lateral attorneys
• pro bono opportunities
• medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

Why this role

The posting seeks approximately 2–4 years of law-firm litigation experience; more senior candidates should have prior international arbitration experience. Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.