Legal Associate

HO & WEE LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique law firm in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Legal Associate to join their team. This position offers hands-on experience across a wide spectrum of legal work, focusing on dispute resolution and general solicitor's work. Responsibilities include managing litigation files, conducting legal research, and drafting legal documents. Candidates should be Singapore-qualified lawyers with strong analytical skills and excellent command of English. A collaborative and commercially minded approach is essential, with proficiency in Mandarin being an advantage.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of post-qualification experience required.
• Meticulous and responsible with a collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to adopt legal tech tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files and contentious matters.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical legal advice.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and contracts.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Collaboration

Fluent English

Proficient in Mandarin

Tech-savvy

Education

Singapore-qualified lawyer

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Ho & Wee LLP is a boutique law firm seeking a dynamic and committed Legal Associate to join our growing team. This role offers hands-on experience and meaningful exposure across a wide spectrum of legal work, with a particular emphasis on dispute resolution and general solicitor’s work.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files and contentious matters, including court hearings, mediations, and negotiations.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical, commercially sound legal advice.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and contracts.
• Advise clients on a range of civil and commercial issues.
• Collaborate closely with team members to support clients and deliver timely, effective legal solutions.

Requirements

• Singapore-qualified lawyer with up to 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Meticulous, responsible, and able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage (to liaise with Mandarin-speaking clients).
• Tech-savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office; willingness to adopt legal tech tools is preferred.
• Commercially minded with a practical, solution-oriented approach.

We Welcome Applications From

• Newly qualified lawyers with a strong interest in dispute resolution and general practice.
• Mid-career candidates seeking to develop their legal career in a supportive and collegial environment.

Interested applicants may submit their CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.