Careers FAQs

What type of candidates should apply?

We seek candidates with a truly international outlook and profile. Ideal applicants will have lived, studied, and/or worked in at least two of the three major global commercial hubs: Europe, North America, and East Asia. Fluency in two or more languages is highly preferred, as is some formal training or qualification in common law systems (e.g., through a degree, bar admission, or substantial advocacy experience in a common law jurisdiction).

Are you able to work remotely?

Yes, we support remote work where it aligns with client needs, team collaboration, and case demands. Our focus remains on delivering exceptional results, regardless of location.

Do you accept civil law degrees?

We are a common law-focused consulting service, as the adversarial advocacy style and procedural techniques rooted in common law traditions dominate and excel in modern international commercial arbitration.

That said, we welcome strong candidates with civil law degrees, especially when combined with a law license (or equivalent qualification) in a common law jurisdiction, which provides the ideal blend of perspectives.

Why a common law focus?

We are trained in the Anglo-American (adversarial) tradition of law, which emphasizes party-driven evidence presentation, rigorous cross-examination, and persuasive oral advocacy - skills that are particularly effective and increasingly prevalent in international arbitration.

While much of the world operates under civil law (inquisitorial) systems, international arbitration has evolved as a hybrid forum, often incorporating common law elements like broad document production, witness examination, and adversarial procedures (as seen in rules from institutions like the ICC, LCIA, and SIAC, and influenced by tools such as the IBA Rules on the Taking of Evidence).

This common law foundation gives our advice a strong edge in high-stakes, complex disputes, where the ability to master technical details, challenge evidence through cross-examination, and frame compelling narratives frequently determines success. At the same time, we value knowledge of civil law systems, as it enhances our ability to navigate cross-cultural cases and bridge the two traditions effectively. This approach ensures clients receive advice that is both strategically sharp and globally attuned.

Do you need international arbitration experience?

We welcome candidates at all levels of professional experience, provided you have demonstrated advocacy skills in either:

- A national common law court system (e.g., litigation in Canada, the US, UK, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, etc.), or
- An international arbitration setting.

This can range from as little as one year of post-qualification experience to many years of practice. What matters most is your ability to think strategically, master complex facts and technical issues, and provide persuasive advice.

Where can I apply?

To apply, please send your CV (resume), a cover letter, and any relevant supporting documents (such as bar admissions, or references) to info@fidr.ca