associate lawyer

Haven Legal

Job Title: Junior Advocate / Associate Lawyer Location: Film Nagar, Hyderabad Company: Senior Counsel's OfficeJob Summary: We are hiring motivated and talented fresh law graduates for the position of Junior Advocate / Associate Lawyer to join our reputed Senior Counsel&rsquo;s office in Filmnagar, Hyderabad. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-stakes litigation across various forums, including the High Court. The ideal candidate should have a strong passion for the law, excellent research and drafting skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, professional environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Conduct legal research and provide analysis on various legal issues.</li><li>Support senior lawyers in case preparation, including attending court hearings and client meetings.</li><li>Maintain and organize case files and documents.</li><li>Stay up to date with legal developments and contribute to the firm's knowledge base.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>LLB degree from a recognized law school.</li><li>Enrollment with the relevant Bar Council.</li><li>0-1 years of experience in litigation.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as in a team.</li><li>A proactive approach and willingness to learn.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Junior Advocate

MENA Recruit

The Role
 We are looking on behalf of our client, a prestigious Abu Dhabi government entity, for an experienced Corporate / Commercial Lawyer to join their legal team on a contract-to-permanent basis. Responsibilities: 1. Support the business on a broad range of corporate and commercial legal matters 2. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements 3. Advise internal stakeholders on legal risk and commercially focused issues 4. Assist with corporate governance, policies, and compliance-related work 5. Work closely with senior stakeholders and external counsel where required 6. Operate with discretion and professionalism in a government-facing environment
 
Requirements
 1. Senior Associate–level lawyer (7+ years’ PQE) 2. Common law qualified (e.g., UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada) 3. Solid experience across corporate and commercial law 4. Currently based in the UAE, with willingness to work in Abu Dhabi 5. Comfortable working on a contract/secondment basis, including holding (or obtaining) a freelance or spousal visa This role will begin as an initial three-month contract, with a strong view to extension (typically a further 3–6 months). There is also a clear contract-to-permanent pathway over the longer term, subject to performance and business needs. #MENARecruitStrength #LegalJobs #CorporateLawyer #CommercialLaw #AbuDhabiJobs #UAEJobs #InHouseLegal #LegalCounsel #ContractToPermanent
 
About the company
 MENA Recruit came to fruition in response to a growing need for international legal talent in London and Dubai. Its initial focus began in the Legal sector, evolving as a service provider for other sectors such as Administration, Marketing, Business Development, HR, IT, Finance and C-Suite positions. Over the last two decades, with roots firmly planted in the Middle East and operations expanding into the APAC region, MENA Recruit has gained intuitive industry knowledge and expertise. With its unique, people-focused approach, the firm has yielded competitive advantage for its clients and rewarding careers for the professionals it has supported throughout the years. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of talent and service to its clients while working tenaciously towards helping them achieve higher retention rates. For this reason, MENA Recruit is considered by both candidates and clients as a consultant in the truest sense of the word, offering guidance to both people and organizations on how to adapt to the constant change in market conditions and how to anticipate present and future challenges. Presently, MENA Recruit provides services to organizations and professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With such an extensive global reach, strong brand value, decades of expertise, and an innovative approach towards business challenges, its clear why MENA Recruit is the partner of choice for both in-house recruiters and candidates internationally.

Corporate/Commercial Lawyer

BLACKBULL CHMABER OF INVESTMENT

Litigation Lawyer (3+ Years) &mdash; Case-Based Panel | BlackbullOrganisation: Black bull Law House Role Type: Contract / Case-based engagement (Litigation Panel) Experience: Minimum 3 years active litigation practice Language: Fluent English speaking + drafting (mandatory) Court Work: Mandatory (appearances, arguments, filings, conferences)Blackbull is onboarding experienced litigation lawyers (minimum 3 years) to handle court matters end-to-end with strong English communication, confident advocacy, and outcome-focused execution. We want experts who understand results, timelines, and practical court strategy.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Handle litigation matters from file intake to final hearings (as applicable).</li><li>Draft and vet litigation documents: plaints/written statements, applications, affidavits, vakalatnama, rejoinders, written submissions, etc.</li><li>Appear and argue before courts/tribunals as assigned; manage listings, dates, and court coordination.</li><li>Client/case conferences, strategy notes, evidence planning, and briefing senior counsel (if required).</li><li>Ensure strict compliance with:</li><li>court procedure + limitation timelines,</li><li>documentation completeness,</li><li>confidentiality and conflict checks.</li><li>Provide clear status updates and next-step action plans after every hearing/date.</li></ul>Engagement &amp; Payout Structure (Per File / Per Case)A) Lead Litigation Lawyer (Primary Handling Counsel)<ul><li>₹5,000 per file (office-approved case/file allocation)</li><li>Must independently manage arguments, drafting quality, hearing readiness, and day-to-day case movement.</li></ul>B) Additional Support Lawyers (Panel Associates)<ul><li>₹2,000 per file (as per Blackbull requirement and allocation)</li><li>Up to 25 members can be onboarded as additional support lawyers for drafting, filing support, research, and appearances where permitted/required.</li></ul>Allocation and continuation depend on quality, turnaround time, court performance, and compliance.Mandatory Eligibility (Non-Negotiable)<ul><li>Minimum 3 years litigation experience with verifiable court exposure.</li><li>Enrolled with the relevant State Bar Council / compliant to practice under Bar Council of India norms.</li><li>Fluent English: drafting + speaking + arguing confidence.</li><li>Strong courtroom presence, professional conduct, and ability to handle pressure.</li><li>Ability to travel for court/office work as required (case dependent).</li></ul>Preferred (Strong Advantage)<ul><li>Experience in commercial/civil litigation, recovery, arbitration support, consumer, cheque bounce, labor, property, or corporate disputes.</li><li>Prior experience handling multiple matters with structured reporting.</li><li>Familiarity with e-filing portals, cause list tracking, and matter management.</li></ul>Performance Standards (What &ldquo;Expert&rdquo; Means at Blackbull)<ul><li>Fast turnaround: drafts and actions within defined timelines.</li><li>High drafting quality: minimal corrections, court-ready formatting.</li><li>Result-driven execution: practical strategy, clear next steps, risk awareness.</li><li>Discipline &amp; reporting: accurate hearing updates, document logs, and status notes.</li></ul>Required Documents (During Shortlisting)<ul><li>Updated CV (litigation details + courts handled)</li><li>Enrollment proof / Bar registration</li><li>Writing samples (2&ndash;3 drafts: application/WS/affidavit/brief note)</li><li>Case list / appearance summary (brief)</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per monthBenefits:<ul><li>Cell phone reimbursement</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Internet reimbursement</li><li>Life insurance</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Litigation: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>English (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Litigation Executive

CapeClarke

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 Job Title: Corporate Lawyer (Associate / Senior Associate)
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai
 
 
 
 Firm Type:
 
 International Law Firm
 
 
 
 Practice Area:
 
 Corporate &amp; Commercial
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Firm
 
 
 An international law firm are seeking two corporate lawyers for their growing Dubai office - ideally at associate and senior associate level.
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 You will work closely with partners and senior associates on a broad range of corporate matters, including:
 
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 Mergers &amp; acquisitions (local and cross-border)
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 Private equity and venture capital transactions
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 Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
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 Corporate restructuring and reorganisations
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 Shareholder agreements and governance matters
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 Commercial contracts and advisory work
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 The role offers direct client exposure, involvement in complex transactions, and the opportunity to contribute to business development initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Profile
 
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 Qualified lawyer (UK, US, Australia, or other common law jurisdiction preferred)
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 2&ndash;8 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience in corporate law
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 Experience gained at a top-tier international or reputable regional law firm
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 Strong drafting and negotiation skills
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 Commercially minded with strong client relationship skills
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 Ability to manage transactions with minimal supervision
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 Arabic language skills are advantageous but not essential.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Competitive tax-free salary
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 Performance-based bonus structure
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 Exposure to high-value regional and international transactions
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 Clear career progression pathway
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 Collaborative and high-performing team environment
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Corporate Lawyer

Astra Tech

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 Role Summary
 
 
 
 We are seeking a commercially minded Associate Counsel to join the Botim legal team. This role is ideal for a common law-qualified lawyer with 3&ndash;5 years&rsquo; PQE who combines strong legal fundamentals with sound judgment and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
 
 
 As Associate Counsel, you will support a broad range of corporate and commercial matters across Botim&rsquo;s fintech ecosystem, including payments, lending, partnerships, and platform services. You will work closely with business, product, and compliance teams to draft and negotiate key commercial agreements, advise on governance and regulatory matters, support strategic transactions, and proactively identify and mitigate legal risk.
 
 
 This is a hands-on role suited to a lawyer who is comfortable working independently, thrives in a lean and motivated team, and is eager to contribute to the growth of a high-impact fintech platform.
 
 
 
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 Contracts: Draft, review and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including service agreements, partnership agreements, vendor contracts and NDAs. Manage negotiations based on deviation from play books.
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 Corporate Governance: Provide legal advice on governance, compliance and regulatory matters and assist with CoSec work.
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 Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations and internal policies.
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 Transactions: Assist in due diligence, structuring, management and execution of corporate transactions.
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 Risk Management: Identify legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.
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 Dispute Resolution: Support in managing legal disputes, working with external counsel as needed.
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 Employment Law: Advise on employment-related legal matters, including contracts and policies.
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 Legal Research &amp; Advisory: Conduct research and provide strategic legal guidance.
 
 
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 Common law-qualified lawyer with (about) 3-5 years PQE, some of which will be with a reputable law firm.
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 Experience in commercial or corporate law (in-house experience is beneficial but not essential).
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 Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills.
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 Comfortable with Legal tech.
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 Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with teams.
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 Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
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Associate Counsel

Robert D. Clements Law Group, LLLP

Overview Successful, fast paced, 4-5 lawyer practice seeking associate attorney to join its practice covering South Harris County, Galveston, Brazoria and Fort Bend counties.Firm represents a wide variety of clients and is not dependent on any single client. Lawyer must have ability to immediately assume a case load in Family Litigation, Business Litigation, Probate Litigation and Consumer Litigation.Compensation will vary based on lawyer's experience and ability to practice. Excellent work experience and academic credentials required. Strong problem-solving skills, writing skills and communication skills required. Interested candidates should submit resume and writing sample.Join us to advance your legal career in a collaborative environment that values initiative and professional growth. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where your skills can flourish as you contribute meaningfully to our clients' success.Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per yearWork Location: In person

Associate Attorney

Post & Schell, P.C.

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 Post &amp; Schell, P.C. is looking for an Associate for the Firm's Casualty Litigation Department with 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably in liability matters. Top-notch academic background as well as excellent written and oral advocacy skills required. Judicial clerkships are a plus. Must be licensed to practice in Pennsylvania. Competitive salary and full benefits.
 
 
 
 ASSOCIATE TRAINING:
 
 
 
 Post &amp; Schell offers each lawyer the chance to be taught their craft, the opportunity to obtain regular feedback regarding job performance, and consultation regarding that lawyer's career path. We provide our associates with:
 
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 Regular meetings and training for beginning lawyers focusing on practical legal and business skills.
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 CLE eligible educational seminars on targeted areas of law or practical development.
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 Billable credit for training time, allowing our associates to observe senior attorneys in courtrooms and depositions.
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 Individualized practice plans for associates.
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 Mentor program.
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 Pro bono opportunities.
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