Research Associate – Litigation & Arbitration, Insolvency Law, Corporate Law

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Conduct research on intricate insolvency and corporate law issues.

• Contribute to scholarly articles, specialized publications, and other written materials.

• Monitor and analyze ongoing case law, including its legal implications and practical effects.

• Review and assess case law and legal literature.

• Prepare research-based findings accurately for publications and other professional formats.

• Assist in the conceptualization and preparation of webinars.

• Develop topics for webinars, outline legal issues, and create presentation materials.

• Present current legal developments and complex interrelationships clearly and accessibly.

• Collaborate directly with the firm’s attorneys.

• Undertake independent research and work assignments that match your experience level.

• Aid in managing sophisticated matters in insolvency and corporate law.

• Contribute original ideas and topic proposals.

• Prepare scholarly analyses of recent developments in insolvency and corporate law.

⛳️ Requirements

• Above-average results in the First or Second German State Examination in Law; a distinction-level result is preferred.

• A keen interest in insolvency law and corporate law.

• Initial academic or practical experience in one or both areas of law is advantageous.

• Enthusiasm for academic work, legal research, and analysis of current case law.

• Ability to comprehend complex legal issues accurately and present them convincingly in writing.

• Excellent German language skills and good proficiency in English.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

• Familiarity with legal databases and digital research tools.

• A structured, thorough, and independent approach to work.

• Strong teamwork skills, commitment, and a genuine desire to understand matters deeply.

• Willingness to thoroughly familiarize yourself with new legal topics.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible arrangements concerning the scope of work and working hours by agreement.

• Option to work fully remotely.

• 30 days of annual leave (based on full-time employment).

• Additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

• Special leave for significant personal occasions.

• Complimentary drinks and snacks.

• Monthly team lunch with updates on current topics.

• Regular social events.

• Structured onboarding process.

• A dedicated tutor (m/f/d) from among our associates as your point of contact.

• Modern office located in the heart of Munich, should you choose to work on-site.

• Direct interaction with our attorneys and, depending on the assignment, with clients as well.

• Competitive compensation of EUR 1,250 (with the First State Examination) or EUR 1,750 (with the Second State Examination) per working day per week.