Legal Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on, proactive, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant / Paralegal to support our growing legal practice in Dubai. This role is ideal for someone with practical legal experience who can take ownership of tasks, work independently, and contribute meaningfully across corporate, commercial, and litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and format legal documents including contracts, agreements, pleadings, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research on UAE laws and regulations (corporate, commercial, labour, real estate, etc.)
• Assist with company formation, licensing, and regulatory compliance processes
• Support litigation and arbitration matters (case summaries, evidence preparation, court filings)
• Manage case files, documentation, and internal legal records with accuracy and confidentiality
• Liaise with clients, government authorities, courts, and other stakeholders
• Track deadlines, filings, and compliance requirements to ensure timely execution
• Assist with real estate and conveyancing matters where required
• Provide bilingual drafting/translation support (English and Arabic preferred)
• Handle general legal administrative tasks (client onboarding, document management, correspondence)

Requirements

• 2–5 years of relevant legal experience (UAE experience preferred)
• Strong drafting and document management skills
• Solid understanding of UAE legal frameworks and procedures
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Proactive and hands-on mindset — able to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
• Arabic language skills are a strong advantage

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: AED 6,000 per month
• UAE Employment Visa (Work Permit)
• Medical Insurance
• Exposure to a wide range of legal matters and hands-on experience
• Growth opportunity within a dynamic legal team

Pay: AED4,500.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person