Associate - Dispute Resolution Group

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Associate Dispute Resolution Group Arabic Speaker (Dubai)Job purposeThe firm's renowned dispute resolution ability means that we are well-equipped to handle litigation and transactional work with ease. Most of the projects are on a large scale and have high profile within the local and international market.The litigation practice is growing and we are looking to hire a junior disputes lawyer to assist the group's partners with general commercial litigation matters.Job requirementsThe main responsibilities of the role are:; to manage own case load of commercial litigation matters;; to research, draft and prepare documents as prescribed in order to efficiently progress matters forward;; to work as part of a regional disputes team and support partners and senior associates where necessary; and; to take part in and lead business development and marketing activities as and when is necessary.Candidate requirements:We are interested in candidates with:; a minimum of a 2:1 from a reputable university or equivalent;; 1-3 years' post qualified experience in Commercial Litigation (International Arbitration experience will be well regarded);; training gained with a well-regarded law firm;; excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English;; excellent communication skills, a willingness to fully participate in Business Development and overall a 'can do' attitude; and; a genuine interest in a building a career with us in the Middle East.We also require applicants who possess the following attributes:Technical Experience; Effectively applies legal principles to a range of complex problems; Drafts structurally consistent and clear legal documents; Actively develops sector legal knowledge; Identifies opportunities for knowledge sharing; Drafts articles and publications; Organised and structured approach to tasks to ensure matter are progressedPeople and Team; Proactively and willingly supports team members; Responds positively to changing working environments; Awareness of own development needs and seeks solutionsPersonal Effectiveness; Ability to manage own case load; Confidence and enthusiasm in interactions through a range of communication methodsDescription of the work groupOur Middle East regional office has developed a "market-leading reputation" for dispute resolution. We handle disputes in the Middle East, Gulf States, Indian subcontinent and beyond and are "first choice" for multi-jurisdictional matters. Our regional commercial arbitration practice is equally strong.We pride ourselves on resolving disputes where possible without recourse to court or arbitration and continue to look for opportunities to settle even when proceedings have been commenced. When litigation or arbitration is necessary, we can conduct proceedings both locally and internationally drawing in the expertise of Clyde & Co's global network of offices.The team handles the full range of commercial disputes including:; Agency/distributorship; Banking; Commercial contract disputes; Commercial debt; Corporate/shareholder disputes; Franchising; property disputes,; hospitality and TMT disputesOur industry knowledge and experience in core areas such as shipping and transport, aviation, international trade and commodities, oil and gas, energy and insurance is "unparalleled" in the Middle East". Telecoms disputes are also a growing source of work.Clyde & Co OverviewA pragmatic and dynamic international law firm with a focus on core sectors of health care, education, hospitality, infrastructure, insurance, international trade, natural resources and transportation. Clyde & Co isrecognised for its work in and with fast-moving and volatile emerging markets, and for a history of managing complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions and disputes.From a network of 50+ offices and 3,600+ staff on six continents, we are on the front line for our clients' interests, all over the world.Clyde & Co in the Middle East and North AfricaClyde & Co's first Middle East office was formally established almost 30 years ago, following many prior years of client involvement in and with the region. Our regional offices work as an interconnected and cohesive unit in order to provide advice to clients from all over the world, as well as to regional corporate entities and governments, on their operations and interests throughout the Middle East. Our lawyers are supported by comprehensive in-house translation, government liaison, management and information services teams as we strive to provide first class professional service levels and insight to our clients.We are one of the major international law firms in the GCC with around 200 specialist lawyers and paralegals, and 300 staff in total, operating as one unit across our regional office network:; Abu Dhabi; Dubai; Doha; Muscat; RiyadhWe act as the first point of call for advice across the Middle East region for many of our multinational clients. Through our work across the region over the past quarter century, our market knowledge, experience and networks are second to none. We provide in-depth coverage of the firm's core sectors, as well as strong cross-practice sector teams in place focusing on regionally important sectors such as education, healthcare and hospitality.

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Associate - Dispute Resolution Group