Associate Lawyer

W Tan Law Group; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

W Tan Law Group in the Philippines seeks a junior lawyer to assist in filing applications, drafting pleadings, and representing the firm in legal proceedings. The role includes attending courts and administrative hearings and handling various government filings.

A law degree or bar eligibility is required, with 0-2 years of experience and strong English communication skills. The candidate should demonstrate good character, strong organization, and the ability to work independently while

Qualifications

• Law degree or bar exam eligibility.
• Open to examinees of the recent Bar examinations.
• 0-2 years work experience.
• With good moral character.
• Strong legal knowledge.
• Excellent command of English.

Responsibilities

• Files applications and other documents needed in different government agencies.
• Drafts pleadings, motions and other legal documents.
• Attend courts and administrative hearings.
• Represents the firm in legal proceedings.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Strong organization

Independent working

Client service orientation

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Work under pressure

Litigation support

Contract review and drafting

Education

Law degree

Bar exam eligibility (2026)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet and Email

Job description

Job Description:

• Files application and other documents needed in different government agencies

• Drafting of pleadings, motions & other legal documents

• Attend courts & administrative hearings

• Represents the firm in legal proceedings

Skills and Qualification:

• Possess a Law Degree or have at least taken the 2026 Bar Exam

• Open to examinees of the recent Bar examinations

• 0-2 years work experience

• With good moral character

• Strong legal knowledge

• Strong organization skills

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others

• Strong client service orientation

• Exceptional decision-making abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Ability to work under pressure

• Litigation skills, drafting of pleadings, legal research, contract review and drafting

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, internet and email

• Excellent command of the English language