Foreign Lawyer Job Description

[Insert company name here] is an established and successful law firm specializing in [insert key areas of focus here]

We’re looking for a Foreign Lawyer to assist the team in managing international litigation risks for major clients, assisting primarily with litigation matters originating in [insert location here].

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Review new matters received in [insert preferred language] on a daily basis and prepare short summaries for each matter
  • Develop expert-level knowledge of matter flow in [insert location here]
  • Review advice provided by local counsel for quality assurance purposes
  • Review drafts of filings and letters prepared by local counsel in [insert preferred language] for compliance with client positions and grammatical issues
  • Prepare translations of said drafts for review by the client.
  • Liaise with local counsel in both English and [insert preferred language]

 

About you

  • Degree with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5
  • Fluency in written and spoken [insert preferred language]
  • Minimum of [insert number of years] years litigation law firm experience
  • Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat
  • Ability to work under pressure and with a variety of personalities
  • Willingness and ability to work long hours
  • Excellent professional references
  • Good judgment
  • High ethical standards
  • Ability to travel as needed

 

What you’ll get in return

The firm offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation.

  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Medical insurance plan
  • Dental insurance plan
  • Vision insurance plan
  • Contribution to life insurance plan
  • 401k profit sharing
  • Parking reimbursement
  • Social, charity, and wellness events

 

To apply for the role or have a confidential discussion, contact us on [insert recruiter email address] or [insert recruiter phone number]