Law Associate (Non-Bar) — Mentored, Broad Practice Exposure

MGUY Law Office; Manila; On-site; PHP 290,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced attorneys

Exposure to diverse practice areas

Competitive compensation commensurate

Job summary

MGUY Law Office in Manila (Ermita) is seeking a driven Underbar Associate (law graduate not yet admitted to the Philippine Bar) to support attorneys and gain broad, hands-on experience across civil, criminal, corporate, real estate, family, and emerging technology matters.

You will work under close supervision on research, drafting, and case support, building practical skills, receiving mentorship, and preparing for Bar admission while contributing to client work.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognized law school.
• Strong academic record preferred.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills; proficiency in English and Filipino.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and capacity to work under deadlines.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.
• Prior internship, clerkship, or legal aid experience is an advantage.
• Proficiency with MS Office/Google Workspace and legal research tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on statutes, jurisprudence, rules, and doctrines; prepare memoranda, case digests, and research summaries.
• Assist in drafting pleadings, motions, contracts, affidavits, legal opinions, demand letters, and other documents (subject to attorney review).
• Support case management: organize files, track deadlines, prepare correspondence, and assist with court or agency filings as permitted.
• Liaise with government offices and agencies on filings, follow-ups, and administrative requirements.
• Appear before administrative bodies and quasi-judicial agencies as permitted and under supervision.
• Meet with clients to gather information, provide updates, and assist in consultations (under attorney supervision).
• Help with client intake support, document review, and coordination of appointments or hearings.
• Perform other assigned legal support tasks across the firm’s practice areas.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

English

Filipino

Education

LL.B./J.D.

Tools

MS Office/Google Workspace

Legal research tools

Job description

MGUY Law Office in Manila (Ermita) is seeking a driven Underbar Associate (law graduate not yet admitted to the Philippine Bar) to support attorneys and gain broad, hands-on experience across civil, criminal, corporate, real estate, family, and emerging technology matters.

You will work under close supervision on research, drafting, and case support, building practical skills, receiving mentorship, and preparing for Bar admission while contributing to client work.