Legal Intern / Junior Legal Assistant

Snaphunt; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing startup in Dubai is seeking a Legal Intern or Junior Legal Assistant to assist with legal operations related to IP, Copyright, and Corporate Law. Candidates must have a completed law degree or be in their final year of law school, along with a valid legal practice diploma and license for Dubai/UAE. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic startup environment, allowing the intern to partake in essential legal documentation and contract preparation tasks while developing their skills in regional and international jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Completion of law degree or current enrollment in final year of law school.
• Mandatory valid practice diploma and legal license for Dubai/UAE.
• Strong interest in legal fields related to IP, Copyright, and Corporate Law.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal opinions and internal legal memoranda.
• Prepare standard contract templates and legal documentation.
• Review and coordinate contract drafts with counterparties.
• Support basic claims and pre-litigation matters.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Understanding of copyright and advertising regulations

Interest in IP, Corporate Law

Education

Law degree completed or currently in final years of law school

Valid practice diploma and legal license for Dubai/UAE

Job description

Job Description

Legal Intern / Junior Legal Assistant

IP, Copyright, Advertising Law, IT, Private & Corporate Law, Foreign Trade | Startup | Dubai / UAE Focus

We are a fast-growing international startup seeking a young lawyer / Legal Intern or Junior Legal Assistant with a valid practice diploma and legal license for Dubai / the UAE.

This role is ideal for an early-career legal professional who wants hands-on experience in a startup environment, with primary legal operations in Dubai / UAE and additional legal exposure to other international jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft legal opinions and internal legal memoranda
• Prepare standard contract templates and legal documentation
• Review and coordinate contract drafts with counterparties
• Prepare acts, addenda, amendments, and related legal documents
• Support basic claims and pre-litigation matters
• Assist with corporate legal work
• Complete legal documentation, registrations, filings, and records
• Perform routine legal and office-related tasks as required in a startup environment

Candidate Profile

• Law degree completed or currently in final years of law school
• Valid practice diploma and legal license for Dubai / UAE (mandatory)
• Strong interest in Intellectual Property, Copyright, Advertising Law, IT Law, Private and Corporate Law, and Foreign Trade
• Willingness to support legal matters in other regions and jurisdictions
• Solid understanding of copyright and online advertising regulations, including social media platforms
• High level of responsibility, attention to detail, and readiness to handle both legal and administrative tasks
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills in English (main communication language)

Nice to Have

Interest in working with US and UK jurisdictions

Previous experience or internships in startups, tech companies, or digital platforms