Associate Lawyer

de Guzman Mayuga; Manila; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

de Guzman Mayuga, a full-service law firm in Manila, seeks an on-site Associate to handle complex legal matters across corporate, commercial, and litigation practice areas. You will draft and review contracts, prepare opinions and memoranda, and manage regulatory and compliance work while supervising junior lawyers.

You will conduct in-depth legal research, advise clients on risk and strategy, and participate in negotiations or hearings when required, contributing to business development and

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in corporate, commercial, and contract law with regulatory experience.
• Litigation and dispute resolution experience including pleadings and strategy.
• Excellent legal writing, analysis, and communication with attention to detail.
• Ability to mentor juniors and manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Bar admission and a law degree; prior associate/senior associate experience is beneficial.
• Comfort with legal research platforms and technology; openness to learning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research across practice areas.
• Advise clients on risk and strategy in transactions.
• Supervise junior lawyers and coordinate with external stakeholders.
• Appear in negotiations or hearings when required.
• Contribute to business development initiatives.
• Support knowledge management and training within the firm.

Skills

Corporate law

Commercial law

Contract law

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Attention to detail

Mentoring juniors

Bar admission

Continuous learning

Education

Law degree

Bar admission

Tools

Legal research platforms

Legal tech tools

Job description

Company Description

de Guzman Mayuga is a full-service law firm known for its expertise in corporate, commercial, intellectual property, technology, tax, customs, real estate, labor, immigration, and litigation. Led by visionary and solution-oriented lawyers, the firm focuses on bespoke, cutting-edge solutions that address complex legal and commercial issues. It works closely with local, foreign, and multinational clients to deliver advice that provides both legal protection and commercial advantage. The firm invests in knowledge and technology to support clients’ emerging and innovative ideas. Its client base spans diverse industries, including IT, e-commerce, fintech, real estate, energy, retail, healthcare, hospitality, logistics, automotive, BPO, and manufacturing.

Role Description

This full-time Associate role is an on-site position based in Manila. The Senior Associate will handle complex legal matters, including drafting and reviewing contracts, preparing opinions and memoranda, and managing regulatory and compliance work across the firm’s practice areas. Daily responsibilities include conducting in-depth legal research, advising clients on risk and strategy, supervising junior lawyers, and coordinating with external stakeholders such as regulators and counterparties. The role also involves appearing in negotiations or hearings when required, contributing to business development initiatives, and supporting knowledge management and training within the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in corporate, commercial, and contract law, with experience advising clients on transactions and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in litigation and dispute resolution, including legal research, drafting pleadings, and case strategy development.
• Excellent legal writing, analysis, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to mentor junior team members, manage multiple matters concurrently, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Law degree from a recognized institution and admission to the bar; prior experience as an associate or senior associate in a law firm or in-house legal team is highly beneficial.
• Comfort with using legal research platforms and technology tools; openness to continuous learning and innovation in legal practice.