Legal Research Assistant

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant (RA) who is currently enrolled in a JD, BCL, or LLM program to support a research project examining the development and application of sanctions clauses in international commercial contracts. The position is suitable for candidates with strong doctrinal research skills and an interest in international business law.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct doctrinal and comparative legal research
• Locate, analyze, and synthesize case law, arbitral awards, legislation, and scholarly commentary
• Draft research memoranda, summaries, and analytical notes
• Assist in the preparation of academic publications and scholarly outputs
• Engage critically and independently with complex legal materials

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a JD, BCL, or LLM program
• Minimum academic standing of B+
• Strong legal research and writing skills