Legal Associate

Ong & Raymond Hor; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Ong & Raymond Hor, a partnership law firm based in Ipoh, seeks a Legal Associate for a full-time on-site role. You will draft and review documents, perform legal research, and assist in case preparation across conveyancing, corporate work, litigation, family and probate matters.

You will attend client meetings, take instructions, prepare opinions, and update clients and senior lawyers on case progress. The role requires accuracy, compliance, and teamwork with external parties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice (or eligibility) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal documents across conveyancing, corporate, litigation, family and probate matters.
• Conduct legal research and assist in case preparation.
• Attend client meetings and take instructions from clients and senior lawyers.
• Prepare opinions and communicate case updates to clients.
• Support court appearances and manage deadlines.
• Coordinate with opposing counsel and government agencies to progress matters.
• Maintain accurate files and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Contribute to overall service quality of the firm.

Skills

Law knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Legal issue analysis

Ethics

Time management

Independence & teamwork

Legal research tools

Education

LLB or equivalent + admission to practice (preferred)

Tools

Legal drafting

Legal research tools

Job description

Company Description

Ong & Raymond Hor is a partnership law firm established in 2017, offering comprehensive legal services to corporate and individual clients. The firm’s practice covers conveyancing, corporate matters, general litigation, family law, probate, debt recovery, bankruptcy, winding up, and corporate litigation. Ong & Raymond Hor focuses on personalized and practical legal solutions designed to give clients peace of mind and help them reduce risk and avoid losses. The legal team is committed to delivering effective, client-focused outcomes and responsive support across a wide range of legal needs.

Role Description

The Legal Associate will work on-site at the firm’s office in Ipoh in a full-time capacity. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and reviewing legal documents, conducting legal research, and assisting in case preparation across areas such as conveyancing, corporate work, litigation, and family and probate matters. The role involves attending client meetings, taking instructions, preparing opinions, and communicating case updates to clients and senior lawyers. The Legal Associate will support court appearances, manage deadlines, and coordinate with relevant external parties, such as opposing counsel and government agencies, to ensure matters progress efficiently. The role also includes maintaining accurate files, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and contributing to the firm’s overall service quality.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law and familiarity with key practice areas relevant to conveyancing, corporate work, and litigation.


• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting contracts, pleadings, affidavits, and other legal instruments.


• Well-developed Analytical Skills to interpret statutes, case law, and complex fact patterns, and to formulate sound legal strategies.


• Effective Communication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, courts, and external stakeholders, both in writing and verbally.


• Ability to identify, assess, and manage Legal Issues across multiple practice areas while maintaining attention to detail.


• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice (or eligibility for admission) is preferred.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple files and deadlines.


• High ethical standards, professional integrity, and commitment to client service and confidentiality.


• Proficiency with legal research tools and standard office software; prior law firm experience is an advantage.