IDRG Intern

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is a leading international law firm with offices across the world. It has a substantial European practice with particular emphasis on international arbitration and litigation, cross-border acquisitions, capital markets transactions, private equity funds, financings and restructurings. The London office has more than 120 lawyers, including 25 partners and 13 international counsel. Over two thirds of our lawyers are UK-qualified. Our London lawyers work closely with their colleagues in New York, Paris, Frankfurt and Moscow, as well as with lawyers in our other offices. The London office has an overall count of around 240. 

Debevoise & Plimpton invites applications from lawyers in the early stages of their legal careers who wish to explore the practice of international dispute resolution and public international law. The internship programme offers a rare opportunity to operate as part of the team recognized as the World’s best, and experience the day-to-day practicalities of representing Sovereigns, businesses and individuals before international courts and tribunals across a wide range of industries.

Our International Dispute Resolution Practice is uniquely diverse and combines expertise in public international law, commercial and treaty arbitration, human rights, as well as ancillary litigation before domestic courts. We have been involved in some of the largest and most significant disputes of our time, employing knowledge, strategic thinking and advocacy techniques that enable us identify efficient legal solutions even in the most challenging circumstances.

Our interns undertake a variety of tasks supporting the team with fact investigation, merits assessment and case analysis, as well as legal research and preparation for oral hearings. Interns also play an important role in implementing the Firm’s business development and marketing initiatives assisting with presentations, speeches and client briefings. In addition, as part of a vibrant team that values innovation, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the continued development of our thought leadership initiatives, including in the areas of gender diversity, climate change and improving the quality of international arbitral process.

We welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities and legal backgrounds with strong academic credentials and demonstrable interest in international dispute settlement and/or public international law. Postgraduate degree or prior work experience in these areas is an advantage. Fluency in written and oral English is a pre-requisite. Proficiency in other languages, especially Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese or Russian, would be an asset.

If you wish to apply, please send your cover letter and resume, each not exceeding two pages, and a writing sample that demonstrates your analytical skills and strong command of English. In submitting your writing sample, cover letter and CV, you confirm that they have been prepared by you personally, are your own work product and have not been reviewed by any other person.

Benefits include:

• £2,500 monthly stipend
• Visa sponsorship

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences.