Paralegal / Receptionist

Accord International; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord International in Dubai is seeking a Paralegal to support advocates and legal consultants across practice areas. You will conduct legal research, assist with case preparation, draft and format documents, and organize case files and evidence.

You will review contracts for accuracy and compliance, manage document production, and coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, preparing materials for hearings, arbitrations, and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Law degree or diploma required; experience as paralegal/assistant advantageous.
• Proficient in drafting, formatting, and organizing contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Strong UAE and international legal research skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and assist with case preparation.
• Draft and format legal documents and organize case files.
• Review contracts and other documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders as needed.
• Prepare materials for hearings, arbitrations, and client meetings.
• Maintain up-to-date legal databases and matter tracking systems.

Skills

Legal research

Document drafting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Law degree or diploma

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Job Description

The Paralegal will support advocates and legal consultants in delivering high-quality legal services across the firm's practice areas. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, assisting with case preparation, drafting and formatting legal documents, and organizing case files and evidence. The role also involves reviewing contracts and other legal documents for accuracy and compliance, managing document production, and coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders as needed. The Paralegal will assist in preparing materials for hearings, arbitrations, and client meetings, and help maintain up-to-date legal databases and matter tracking systems. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in Law, with familiarity across commercial, corporate, real estate, and litigation-related matters.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, formatting, and organizing contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Strong Research skills for case law, statutes, regulations, and procedural rules relevant to UAE and international practice.
• Attention to detail in Document Review, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with legal and firm standards.
• Effective Communication skills for clear written work product and professional interaction with colleagues, clients, and external parties.
• Relevant diploma or degree in law, legal studies, or a related field; prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant is an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and high ethical standards; proficiency with legal research tools and MS Office.
• Fluency in English and Arabic required