International Litigation Arbitration Partner Jobs

Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP is seeking an experienced litigation partner to join the firm's New York practice, focused on commercial arbitration matters on behalf of technology company clients. This position offers a dynamic opportunity for a skilled litigator to lead high-stakes arbitration proceedings in a collaborative, forward-thinking law firm environment.

The ideal candidate brings substantial experience in commercial arbitration defense, with a concentration in personal injury matters in the New York City metropolitan area. This role involves managing a sophisticated docket of arbitration proceedings and requires a litigator who is equally comfortable driving case strategy and developing client relationships. Candidates should have a strong motions practice background and proven ability to handle complex, high-volume matters efficiently.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading commercial arbitration proceedings on behalf of technology company clients frominceptionthrough resolution, including motions practice, hearings, and appeals
• Defending personal injury claims in the NYC metropolitan area across a range of fact patterns, including matters involving app-based claimants and off-platform incidents
• Drafting and arguing motions to dismiss, motions to compel arbitration, and other dispositive motions
• Developing and executing case strategy in close coordination with clients
• Supervising and mentoring associates and support staff across assigned matters
• Managing client relationships and serving as a primary point of contact for key accounts

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Minimum 8–10 years of litigation experience, withsignificant experiencein commercial arbitration
• Demonstrated experience defending personal injury matters, preferably in a high-volume or technology-sector context
• Active admission to the New York State Barrequired
• Strong motions practice background, including experience with motions to dismiss and motions to compel arbitration

• NYC area location preferred
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage asubstantialcaseload while leading and developing a team

Why Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP

At Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady, we're building something different. We believe in a new legal services model — one unrestrained by the traditional billable hour and driven instead by exceptional client service, innovative technology, creativity, efficiency, and unparalleled value. Our mission is to create a community of legal service providers who are passionate about what they do and committed to doing it better.

We approach our work through teamwork, continuous process improvement, alternative service models, and cutting-edge technology. While professional licensing requires us to be a law firm, nothing says we have to act like one. Our team is composed of diverse individuals from a wide range of socio-economic, cultural, geographic, and educational backgrounds — and we believe that diversity of perspective is one of our greatest strengths.

Our Values

We put our people first and communicate openly. We share goals, success, and accountability — no individual agendas. We treat everyone with respect and humility. We maximize every opportunity, embrace change, and always look for yes. We nurture creativity, growth, and a little weirdness — because a great team is also a great community.

Professional Growth & Career Development

We are deeply committed to the growth and development of every member of our team. At GCKB, professional development isn't a perk — it's a priority. We invest in our people through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship, and a culture that actively supports each team member in pursuing their individual career goals. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, expand your skill set, or grow into new responsibilities, we want to help you get there. We believe that when our people thrive, our clients and our firm thrive alongside them.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with experience and skill set, and comes with a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) (with generous vested match), flexible work options, and paid time off.