We are a law firm in Dubai who is seeking a talented and commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to support its strategic growth initiatives across . This role offers a rare opportunity to work at the heart of a high-impact legal function, advising on complex .
Responsibilities
• Proficient in drafting court documents, memos, applications, legal opinions, contracts, and other relevant legal paperwork.
• Be well-versed in UAE laws and stay abreast of legal developments, conduct legal research, and provide updates on relevant legal issues.
• Attend to cases in Court with local lawyers and provide necessary guidance in handling cases before court and other departments.
• Provide sound legal advice to clients on various matters, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Attend to matters before Police Authorities, Rental Dispute Centre, Road and Transport Authority (RTA), Ministries and other Authorities
• Drafting of civil and criminal cases, family matters, real estate, RDC, recovery of claims and bank settlements and other such legal matters independently
• Manage and oversee legal cases from inception to resolution, ensuring deadlines are met and clients' interests are effectively represented.
• Engage in negotiations and settlements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve common legal objectives.
• Ability to deal with clients and communicate with them on progress of the case.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Law; Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of experience practicing law in mainly Dubai and UAE.
• Strong command English languages, both written and spoken.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE Laws, procedures of court, legal systems, regulations, etc.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Valid academic degree for legal practicing license.
• Experience working within a team
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Organized and efficient, able to work to tight deadlines
Hr633633 @gmail.com