Oon & Bazul is looking to hire a Legal Secretary / Paralegal to support our Partner in Corporate or Litigation & Dispute Resolution teams. The general scope of work includes but is not limited to the following: -
- Compile and screen legal queries by redirecting or taking forward such queries as appropriate
- Assist with drafting, reviewing, and assembling of documents
- Draft correspondence with clients and arranging meetings
- Manage file opening and closing procedures, including conflict checks
- Manage matter deadlines, monitor the progress of matters, and generate matter status reports
- File documents via e-Litigation (for Litigation team)
- Assist with billing
- Minute meetings as and when required
- Manage time entries into the firm’s practice management system
- Any other ad-hoc duties as and when required
Key Requirements
- At least 2 years of working experience as a Legal Secretary / Paralegal, preferably in the Corporate or Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice
- A diploma in Law & Management or a degree in Law from a recognized institution
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Meticulous and well organized
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent time management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Team player
