Junior Associate Counsel: Legal Research & Drafting

Labro Law Office; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Labro Law Office in Parañaque seeks a Junior Associate Counsel to support partners and senior associates on-site in a full-time role. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, contracts, and other documents, and assist in preparing case files and opinions.

You will attend client meetings and hearings, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, maintain records, monitor deadlines, and contribute to knowledge management and practice development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and analytical skills; interpret statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Draft pleadings, contracts, memoranda, and other legal documents with clarity.
• Clear communication and client service; explain legal concepts accessibly.
• Organizational and time management abilities; manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Adaptable and collaborative with senior lawyers and staff; learn new practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, contracts, and other documents.
• Prepare case files and legal opinions; support partners and senior associates.
• Attend and support client meetings and court/hearings; coordinate with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records, monitor deadlines, and contribute to knowledge management.

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Pleadings

Memoranda

Communication

Case management coordination

Time management

Teamwork

Client service

Ethical standards

Education

LL.B./J.D.

Tools

Legal research tools

Case management systems

Office software

Job description

Labro Law Office in Parañaque seeks a Junior Associate Counsel to support partners and senior associates on-site in a full-time role. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, contracts, and other documents, and assist in preparing case files and opinions.

You will attend client meetings and hearings, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, maintain records, monitor deadlines, and contribute to knowledge management and practice development initiatives.