Paralegal II (Intermediate Paralegal)

LMA LAW; Philippines; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased responsibility and exposure

Opportunity to work with senior team

Supportive firm culture

Clear career advancement path

Job summary

LMA LAW in Makati CBD, Ayala Avenue, seeks a Paralegal II to support tax, corporate, and compliance matters with minimal supervision. This on-site role requires several years of paralegal/compliance experience and strong drafting and filing skills to manage government submissions and complex documents.

You will coordinate with lawyers, clients, and regulatory agencies, preparing filings and supporting petitions while guiding Paralegal I staff as needed. Monday to Friday schedule applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Management, Political Science, Accountancy, or completion of a Paralegal Studies / Paralegal Training Program
• At least three (3) years of paralegal, legal assistant, tax/compliance, or corporate secretary experience
• Experience with SEC, BIR, LGU filings and government compliance
• Familiarity with corporate housekeeping, business registrations, licensing, and regulatory compliance
• Strong organizational, drafting, and legal research skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Professional, discreet, and reliable work ethic
• CPA license, tax experience, or related professional services background is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare contracts, affidavits, certifications, and pleadings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries or memoranda for lawyer review
• Handle court and government filings (SEC, BIR, LGUs, courts) and monitor status
• Manage and maintain case files, dockets, and compliance trackers
• Coordinate directly with clients, courts, and government agencies for follow-ups and submissions
• Assist lawyers in preparing petitions, memoranda, protests, and other legal submissions
• Guide and provide support to Paralegal I staff, as needed
• Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the Managing Partner or supervising lawyer

Skills

Organizational skills

Drafting

Legal research

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Legal Management / related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Paralegal II (Intermediate Paralegal)

Location: Makati CBD, Ayala Avenue

Full-Time | On-site | Entry-Level

About the Role

We are looking for a Paralegal II who can support the Firm's legal and tax operations with minimal supervision. This role is suited for experienced paralegals and compliance professionals who are familiar with legal documentation, corporate compliance requirements, and government regulatory processes.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the Firm's tax, corporate, and compliance practice and will be expected to handle matters independently while coordinating closely with lawyers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare legal documents such as contracts, affidavits, certifications, and pleadings using firm standards
• Conduct substantive legal research and prepare summaries or memoranda for lawyer review
• Handle court and government filings (SEC, BIR, LGUs, courts) and monitor case or transaction status
• Manage and maintain case files, dockets, and compliance trackers
• Coordinate directly with clients, courts, and government agencies for follow-ups and submissions
• Assist lawyers in preparing petitions, memoranda, protests, and other legal submissions
• Guide and provide support to Paralegal I staff, as needed
• Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the Managing Partner or supervising lawyer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Legal Management, Political Science, Accountancy, or completion of a Paralegal Studies / Paralegal Training Program
• At least three (3) years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, tax associate, compliance associate, corporate secretary staff, or similar role
• Demonstrated experience in SEC, BIR, LGU, and other government compliance and filing requirements
• Familiarity with corporate housekeeping, business registrations, licensing, and regulatory compliance processes
• Strong organizational, drafting, and legal research skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Professional, discreet, and reliable work ethic
• CPA license, tax experience, or prior work in a law, accounting, or professional services firm is an advantage

Benefits

• Increased responsibility and exposure to complex legal matters
• Opportunity to work closely with senior lawyers and clients
• Supportive and collaborative firm culture
• Clear path for career advancement within the Firm

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

How to Apply

You may also email your resume and cover letter to ••••@lmalaw.org with the subject line: Paralegal II – [Your Full Name]