Legal Associate

HO & WEE LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Singapore is looking for a committed Associate with a focus on dispute resolution and general solicitor's work. The ideal candidate is a Singapore-qualified lawyer with 1 to 3 years of experience, adept in legal research, drafting legal documents, and managing litigation. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate and develop skills in a dynamic environment, catering to diverse client needs.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of post-qualification experience required.
• Ability to manage litigation and contentious matters.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Attend court hearings and manage litigation files.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, and court submissions.
• Conduct legal research and advise on applicable laws.

Skills

Legal Research

Court Hearings

Litigation Management

Drafting Legal Documents

Solution-oriented Approach

Tech-savvy

Teamwork

Written and Spoken English

Proficiency in Mandarin

Education

Singapore-qualified lawyer

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ho & Wee LLP is seeking a dynamic and committed Associate to join our team. We offer exposure to a broad spectrum of legal work, with a particular focus on dispute resolution, probate and general solicitor’s work.

Requirements:

• Singapore-qualified lawyer with 1 to 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in attending court hearings and managing litigation files and contentious matters.
• Proficient in legal research and advising on applicable laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Drafting of legal documents, pleadings, and court submissions.
• Meticulous, resourceful, and self-driven with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English. Proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage, to liaise with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Tech-savvy with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Willingness to learn and adapt to new legal tech tools is preferred.
• Proactive and commercially minded, with a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.

We welcome newly qualified individuals with a keen interest to learn, as well as mid-career candidates.