Legal Secretary

Shearn Delamore & Co.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an entry-level position for a Legal Assistant to prepare legal documents, manage client files, and communicate with clients and court personnel. The ideal candidate should have at least a Secondary/SPM/'O' Level certification and be fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia. This position offers benefits including annual leave, health insurance, and more.

Benefits

EPF/SOCSO

Annual Leave

Health Insurance

Medical Leave

Annual bonus

Performance bonus

Company trip

Allowance provided

5 Working days

Qualifications

• Minimum Secondary/SPM/'O' Level certification or equivalent required.
• Proficient in preparing legal documents accurately.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format legal documents ensuring accuracy.
• Manage client files both physical and electronic.
• Communicate with clients and court personnel professionally.

Skills

Client communication skills

Attention to detail

Legal document preparation

Record-keeping

Office administration

Education

Secondary/SPM/'O' Level certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal requirements.
• Manage and maintain client files, both physical and electronic, ensuring proper organization, security, and accessibility.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnel, providing information and assistance as needed.
• Maintain attorneys' calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings, ensuring efficient time management.
• Assist in the preparation of legal filings, including e-filing and serving documents to opposing counsel and courts.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support attorneys in case preparation.
• Draft routine correspondence and legal documents under the direction of attorneys.
• Perform general office administrative tasks, such as answering phones, managing mail, and ordering supplies.

Qualifications

• Possess a minimum of Secondary/SPM/\'O\' Level certification or equivalent.
• Open to fresh graduates seeking an entry-level position in the legal field.
• Proficient in preparing legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent client communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Capable of managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings efficiently.
• Strong record-keeping and filing abilities, ensuring organized and easily accessible information.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is advantageous.
• Ability to draft professional correspondence and other legal documents.
• Competent in general office administration tasks, including handling phone calls, managing mail, and maintaining office supplies.
• Must be fluent in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Benefits

• EPF/SOCSO
• Annual Leave
• Health Insurance
• Medical Leave
• Annual bonus
• Performance bonus
• Company trip
• Allowance provided
• 5 Working days