Associate – Litigation
Associate – Litigation
We are currently seeking an Associate with an excellent academic background and a passion for litigation, to support and assist in handling high-profile complex cases.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar capacity with a reputed law firm, legal department, or legal consultancy firm with good legal administration skills. You will be responsible for varied and challenging complex legal work which often sets the pace in the market as the firm has an enviable range of clients. The firm strives to create a positive, stimulating, and diverse work environment, one that is based on teamwork, learning, open communication, and knowledge sharing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the client cases from start to finish.
- Attend client meetings.
- Gathering documents/evidence from the client.
- Conducting legal research and reviewing legal documents to assist in development of strategies with Senior Associates
- Updating and consulting with senior associates
- Supervising paralegals or legal assistants from time to time
Key Requirements
- 3-5 years’ experience gained experience in a similar capacity with a reputed law firm, legal department, or legal consultancy firm.
- Fluent in English and Arabic with excellent written and communication skills
- Familiarity with the UAE laws and the legal system within the region.
- Good drafting skills
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Detailed-orientated and highly motivated individual
- Ability to cope with several projects simultaneously with short deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Masters/Bachelor of Law from a reputed University
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Our hiring process
Before applying, check that the skills and achievements on your CV align with our job description - candidates who match our requirements have greater success. Once you have submitted, you will receive an email acknowledgement confirming your application.
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Our competency-based interview technique helps us identify those who will thrive in our environment while minimising unconscious bias. Steps will vary depending on the team but typically include a screening by HR, a combination of technical tests, and interviews with an HR representative and the relevant department head.
After satisfactorily completing the interview process, we can review your employment contract for your perusal and acceptance.
After accepting the job offer and passing our background check, you willreceive an email from HR welcoming you and giving you instructions for your first day on the job.