Legal Intern

HPL Yamalova & Plewka FZCO; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Dubai seeks a passionate Legal Intern. This role offers hands-on experience in legal practice, supporting attorneys with research and documentation. Ideal for current law students or recent graduates eager to learn in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Hands-on training

Exposure to legal matters

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required, but prior internships in law is a plus.
• Availability for a minimum commitment of 12 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in legal research and preparing legal documents.
• Attend internal meetings and learn day-to-day operations.

Skills

Research

Analytical Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Current university student in law

Recent graduate in law

Tools

Excel

Job description

About HPL Yamalova & Plewka DMCC

HPL Yamalova & Plewka DMCC ("LYLAW") is a Dubai-based general practice law firm that offers practical and tailored legal solutions for both corporate clients and individuals. We are committed to excellence, integrity, and efficiency, and we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and professional environment.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate, driven, and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join our dynamic team at LYLAW in Dubai. This internship is ideal for someone with a strong sense of ethics and a keen interest in legal practice, who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The role involves supporting attorneys in legal research, preparing legal documents, attending internal meetings, and learning the day-to-day operations of a law firm. This is an on-site internship and is open only to candidates who are based in the U.A.E. and hold a valid U.A.E. residence visa.

Requirements

• Keen interest in the legal field.
• Fluent in English—both written and verbal.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Clear writing style with excellent written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in Excel, tables, diagrams, and flowcharts.
• Initiative and independence, with a team-oriented mindset.
• Professional demeanor, bubbly personality, and a positive spirit.
• Ethical, honest, and loyal, with a strong sense of right and wrong.
• Candidate must be based in the U.A.E. with a valid U.A.E. residence visa (tourist/visit visas are not eligible).
  
  

Qualifications

• Current university student or recent graduate in law or a related field.
• No prior work experience required, but prior internships or academic work in law is a plus.
• Availability for a minimum commitment of 12 weeks, with potential for extension.
• Must be available to work on-site at our office in Dubai.
  
  

Why LYLAW?

• Exposure to a wide range of legal matters and real-world experience.
• Supportive, inclusive, and professional team environment.
• Hands-on training and learning opportunities.
• Opportunity to grow within a reputable law firm in the heart of Dubai.