Associate Lawyer

FCB Law Office; Makati; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Makati is seeking an Associate Lawyer to conduct legal research and assist in the preparation of legal documents. The ideal candidate must have graduated from Law, passed the bar exam, and be a member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines. New graduates are welcome, but 1 to 2 years of litigation experience is preferred. Strong English skills and attention to detail are necessary for this full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from Law.
• Must have passed the bar exam and taken his lawyer’s oath.
• Be a member in good standing of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines.
• New graduates are welcome although 1 to 2 years of litigation work experience is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare an analysis of the pertinent legal points.
• Coordinate with external parties such as the government and other officials regarding client requirements.
• Assist lawyers in the preparation and filing of legal documents.
• Coordination with government offices for standard documentation.
• Handle logistics and coordination.
• Manage other assigned work.

Skills

Excellent oral and written English

Excellent legal analysis and research skills

Extremely detail oriented

Organized and capable of handling tasks on a schedule

Education

Graduated from Law

Passed the bar exam

Member in good standing of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines

Job description

On-site - Makati Fresh Graduate/Student Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

An Associate Lawyer would have the following responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and prepare an analysis of the pertinent legal points
• Coordinate with external parties such as the government and other officials regarding client requirements
• Assist lawyers in the preparation and filing of legal documents with the various courts and government agencies.
• Coordination with government offices for standard documentation
• Handle logistics and coordination
• Managers other assigned work

An Associate Lawyer must have the following requirements:

• Must have graduated from Law
• Must have passed the bar exam and taken his lawyer’s oath
• Be a member in good standing of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines
• New graduates are welcome although 1 to 2 years of litigation work experience is preferable.

An Associate Lawyer would have the following skills:

• Excellent oral and written English
• Excellent legal analysis and research skills
• Extremely detail oriented, organized and capable of handling tasks on a schedule and with minimal supervision.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Makati: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)