Paralegal

Habib Al Mulla & Partners; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Habib Al Mulla & Partners is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support Partners and Associates across a broad range of banking and finance dispute resolution matters in Dubai. You will draft pleadings, prepare court submissions, statements and notices, and maintain case files while tracking procedural deadlines and ensuring efficient progress.

The role requires UAE legal experience, civil law qualification, fluency in Arabic and English, and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach to support a

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Paralegal in disputes or litigation.
• UAE legal experience is essential and knowledge of local regulations.
• Fluent in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.
• Civil law qualified.

Responsibilities

• Support Partners and Associates on banking and financial disputes.
• Draft pleadings, court submissions, witness statements and notices.
• Maintain and organise case files and monitor deadlines.
• Conduct legal research on facts, legislation, case law and regulations.
• Review and organise large volumes of documentation for litigation and due diligence.
• Attend client meetings, prepare attendance notes and updates.
• Assist with diary management, billing coordination and administrative tasks.

Skills

Paralegal experience

UAE legal experience

Arabic & English fluency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Civil law qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our Banking amp Financial Disputes Team is seeking an experienced and proactive Paralegal to support Partners and Associates across a broad range of banking and finance dispute resolution matters

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to Partners and Associates on a broad range of banking and financial disputes
• Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings court submissions witness statements legal notices and other dispute-related documentation
• Maintain and organise case files monitor court and procedural deadlines track hearings and ensure matters progress efficiently and in compliance with applicable procedural requirements
• Conduct legal research to gather and analyse facts legislation regulations case law and other information relevant to ongoing cases and client matters
• Review analyse and organise large volumes of documentation for litigation arbitration investigations and due diligence exercises
• Attend meetings with clients prepare attendance notes assist with case updates and support day-to-day client communications
• Undertake any additional responsibilities reasonably required by the team
• Assist with diary management billing coordination matter opening procedures document management and other administrative requirements of the team

Qualification & Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Paralegal, preferably within a disputes or litigation practice
• UAE legal experience is essential, with a strong understanding of the local legal and regulatory landscape
• Previous exposure to Banking & Financial Services disputes is desirable
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and priorities
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work
• Fluent in Arabic and English, both written and spoken
• Civil law qualified