AECOM
Graduate - Legal Assistant
Dubai, UAEPosted 4 weeks ago
- Salary
- AED 12k–18k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Entry level
- Field
- Legal & Compliance
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Graduate Legal Assistant to join our legal team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This is an excellent opportunity for a UAE National to launch a career in the legal field while supporting our legal professionals in delivering high-quality legal services. You will play a vital role in maintaining the efficiency of our legal operations through meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities. Responsibilities: Assist attorneys with legal research, case preparation, and document review Draft, review, and organize legal documents, contracts, and correspondence with precision Maintain and organize case files, legal records, and documentation in compliance with firm procedures Prepare legal memoranda, briefs, and summaries of legal findings Coordinate with clients, courts, and external parties to ensure timely communication and document submission Support the management of legal databases and case management systems Perform administrative tasks including scheduling, filing, and record-keeping Ensure compliance with UAE legal procedures and regulatory requirements Assist in legal billing and time tracking activities Support senior attorneys with trial preparation and court proceedings as needed
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Law Legal research and analytical skills Proficiency in legal writing and documentation Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic Knowledge of UAE legal system, procedures, and regulations Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively Professional demeanor and strong work ethic Preferred: Experience in a legal support or administrative role
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with legal research, case preparation, and document review
- Draft, review, and organize legal documents, contracts, and correspondence with precision
- Maintain and organize case files, legal records, and documentation in compliance with firm procedures
- Prepare legal memoranda, briefs, and summaries of legal findings
- Coordinate with clients, courts, and external parties to ensure timely communication and document submission
- Support the management of legal databases and case management systems
- Perform administrative tasks including scheduling, filing, and record-keeping
- Ensure compliance with UAE legal procedures and regulatory requirements
- Assist in legal billing and time tracking activities
- Support senior attorneys with trial preparation and court proceedings as needed
Skills
- Legal research
- Legal drafting
- Document review
- Microsoft Office Suite
- English and Arabic written and verbal communication
- Case management
- Legal billing and time tracking
- Trial preparation
- UAE legal procedures
- Contract organization
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