Senior Litigation Associate — IP & Corporate (Penang)

eLawyer; Penang; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique IP firm in Penang seeks a Senior Legal Associate (Litigation) with a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience. Key responsibilities include conducting trials and drafting legal documents. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor of law degree and demonstrate proficiency in English and Bahasa Melayu. Knowledge of corporate and intellectual property law is advantageous. This position is open exclusively to Malaysian citizens, offering a full-time permanent contract with a professional environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in litigation dealing with contested matters.
• Knowledge in corporate matters and intellectual property is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Chinese speaking and writing is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trials, hearings, and discovery processes.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel.
• Draft pleadings and legal documents.
• Prepare witnesses for court appearances.
• Communicate with clients throughout the litigation process.
• Conduct research on legal issues.
• Interview witnesses and gather evidence.
• Draft legal briefs and motions.
• Present cases in court.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent and reliable

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Bahasa Melayu

Good advocacy skills

Good research skills

Education

Bachelor of law degree

Job description

A boutique IP firm in Penang seeks a Senior Legal Associate (Litigation) with a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience. Key responsibilities include conducting trials and drafting legal documents. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor of law degree and demonstrate proficiency in English and Bahasa Melayu. Knowledge of corporate and intellectual property law is advantageous. This position is open exclusively to Malaysian citizens, offering a full-time permanent contract with a professional environment.