Paralegal

STARLIGHT Business Consulting Services, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A business consulting firm in Makati is seeking a Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support. Key responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and managing case files. The ideal candidate will have a relevant bachelor's degree, at least 12 years of experience in a legal environment, and strong knowledge of the Philippine legal system. Excellent research and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in a legal or corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documentation, and the Philippine legal system.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support legal proceedings.
• Draft, review, and format legal documents such as contracts and affidavits.
• Assist in preparing case files and documentation for hearings and trials.
• Maintain and organize legal files, databases, and documentation systems.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, government agencies (e.g., SEC, BIR, DTI, HLURB), and other stakeholders.
• Monitor deadlines and court schedules, ensuring timely submissions.
• Provide support in corporate housekeeping tasks such as SEC reportorial compliance.
• Assist in due diligence, notarization, and other legal transactions.
• Perform administrative tasks as assigned by lawyers or legal officers.

Skills

Legal research

Document drafting

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelors degree in Legal Management or Political Science

Tools

MS Office applications

Document management tools

Job description

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The Paralegal will provide legal and administrative support to lawyers and legal departments. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting and reviewing legal documents, managing case files, and assisting in the preparation of legal proceedings and compliance matters.

• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support legal proceedings.
• Draft, review, and format legal documents such as contracts, affidavits, pleadings, and legal correspondence.
• Assist in preparing case files and documentation for hearings, trials, and meetings.
• Maintain and organize legal files, databases, and documentation systems.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, government agencies (e.g., SEC, BIR, DTI, HLURB), and other stakeholders.
• Monitor deadlines and court schedules, ensuring timely submissions.
• Provide support in corporate housekeeping tasks such as SEC reportorial compliance.
• Assist in due diligence, notarization, and other legal transactions.
• Perform administrative tasks as assigned by lawyers or legal officers.
• Bachelors degree in Legal Management, Political Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in a legal or corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documentation, and Philippine legal system.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and document management tools.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with labor law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance in the Philippines.
• Experience liaising with government agencies such as SEC, BIR, and DOLE.
• Notarial practice or exposure is a plus.