Paralegal

Job responsibilities: Legal drafting and contract support • Performs difficult, complex, technical, and/or specialized legal support work (including proof reading agreements, preparing amendments, reviewing contract renewals and preparing briefs). • Drafting, performing due diligence on contracts, international transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and business agreements. • Prepares draft legal letters and notices for attorney review and approval. Legal research and analysis • Performs legal research, reports and presentation preparations related to the legal activities of the Department. • Researches and analyzes any updates on the local laws, resolutions, statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys. Case and document management • Prepares and updates a variety of periodic and special narrative and litigation trackers. • Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items. Attorney and client support • Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or matters. • Assists attorneys with case preparation, which may include attending court hearings and public prosecution. External liaison and filings • Prepares and files documentation and paperwork for submission to external legal counsel and government entities e.g. DIFC, DED, etc. • Liaising with law firms on engagement and advice delivery. Compliance and regulatory support • Support the Department and internal stakeholders on KYC, AML and UBO details of the Group. Educational Qualification • Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent legal qualification. • Diploma or certification in Paralegal Practice from a recognized institution is required or strongly preferred. Work Experience • Minimum law firm or legal in-house experience of three (5) years as Legal Secretary or Paralegal. Competencies Legal knowledge and technical skills • Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters. • Knowledge of WestLaw, LexisNexis or other computerized legal research systems. • Knowledge of attorney client relationships applicable to the performance of major duties and responsibilities of the position. Ethics and judgment • Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment. Professional conduct • Be hardworking and maintain a professional manner. Languages • English fluency (written and spoken) is essential Paralegal