How To Become An International Lawyer At A Global Law Firm
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How To Become An International Lawyer 
At A Global Law Firm
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Introduction
Many enterprises are running operations in multiple jurisdictions and need legal 
assistance to understand and plan their liabilities.
This helps them in carrying out their work in accordance with the relevant laws of a 
specific location. Building a career as an international attorney or starting a law firm in 
the practice area requires some planning and forethought. Let’s see how you can 
become a successful professional in this domain.
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What Is The Definition Of An International Lawyer?
● International law is the collection of rules, standards, treaties, and agreements that 
govern relations between sovereign states. 
● These regulations help in creating a mechanism that nations can use for handling 
matters related to trade, diplomacy, disputes, human rights, the use of common 
resources like water, international crimes, etc.
● An international lawyer is someone who focuses on this practice area. However, 
the definition of the professional cannot be restricted only to the legal framework 
being used by states to handle their relations.
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How To Become An International Lawyer?
● It goes without saying that to become an international lawyer, you need to first 
become a qualified attorney. 
● However, if you are still in law school and are thinking of making a career in the 
field by joining a global firm, then you can use the following tips to chart your path.
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1. Take Comparative International Law Classes
● Most reputed law schools offer a comparative international law class to students. In 
case, your institution provides this facility, use the opportunity to understand the 
topic.
● It will also help in getting a basic knowledge of the rules and regulations which are 
used to manage international matters. 
● This will lay down the foundation for your future as an attorney in this specific 
practice area.
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2. Gain Practical Experience By Joining An Appropriate 
Firm
● It can be difficult for a fresh law graduate to immediately get a place in a top global 
firm.
● You can also join a firm that handles complex transactions like mergers and 
acquisitions. This will allow you to get some valuable practical experience of 
matters related to international law. 
● Even if you are not able to find such firms, you can look for agencies that help 
foreign businesses in making local investments. 
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3. Specialize In A Specific Practice Area
● It will be pertinent to specialize in a specific practice area and look to establish 
yourself in that domain.
● Try to align yourself with your preferred practice field right from the beginning of 
your career.
● You must make it a point to know any changes made by the body to the operational 
trade regimes.
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4. Familiarize Yourself With Diverse Cultural Sensitivities
● The sensitivities and characteristics of each culture are different and lawyers must 
be aware of the specific ones possessed by their clients.
● It will be even better if you could learn their language as it will facilitate a smooth 
conversation between both sides.
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