Legal Counsel

Prime Law Firm; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Law Firm in Abu Dhabi seeks a Legal Consultant – Litigation with 15+ years of experience in law firms, specializing in UAE court procedures and complex litigation.

The role involves drafting pleadings, advising on strategy, conducting legal research, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure high-quality case handling, while maintaining professional client communication. Proficiency in Arabic and English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law
• Minimum 15 years of litigation experience gained exclusively through law firms
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAE litigation procedures, court systems, and legal drafting
• Strong command of Arabic and English (both written and spoken)
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage cases independently and meet tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of litigation cases
• Draft legal memoranda, case files, pleadings, and other court-related submissions
• Advise clients on litigation strategies, case merits, and potential legal risks
• Conduct thorough legal research and stay updated on laws, regulations, and precedents
• Coordinate with internal legal teams to ensure consistency and quality in case handling
• Uphold the firm’s standards of professionalism and maintain excellent client communication

Skills

Litigation experience

UAE procedures

Legal drafting

Legal research

Bilingual Arabic/English

Client communication

Independent case management

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Law

Master’s degree (advantage)

Job description

Job Title: Legal Consultant – Litigation

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Employment Type: Full-time

About Us

We are a leading law firm based in Abu Dhabi, recognized for our robust litigation practice and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services. Our culture values professionalism, strategic insight, and dedication to client success.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Legal Consultant with extensive experience working exclusively within law firms and a strong background in litigation exceeding 15 years. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in UAE court procedures and a proven record of managing complex litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of litigation cases.
• Draft legal memoranda, case files, pleadings, and other court-related submissions.
• Advise clients on litigation strategies, case merits, and potential legal risks.
• Conduct thorough legal research and maintain awareness of new laws, regulations, and judicial precedents.
• Coordinate with internal legal teams to ensure consistency and quality in case handling.
• Uphold the firm’s standards of professionalism and maintain excellent client communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• Minimum of 15 years of litigation experience gained exclusively through law firms.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAE litigation procedures, court systems, and legal drafting.
• Strong command of Arabic and English (both written and spoken) English proficiency is mandatory for this role.
• Exceptional analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently and meet tight deadlines.