Paralegal

AVALON LAW CORPORATION; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalon Law Corporation in Singapore seeks an experienced Paralegal to support family and matrimonial matters, probate and estate administration, and related litigation filings. The role requires strong English skills, Mandarin ability, and meticulous document management.

You will work closely with lawyers, prepare and draft court documents, and liaise with clients and courts. A five-day work week and a collaborative team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as Secretary/Paralegal in a Singapore law firm, with family/matrimonial exposure.
• Degree or diploma in law or related field.
• Good command of written and spoken English; bilingual in English and Mandarin.
• Familiarity with eLitigation and court procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with family and matrimonial matters, including divorce proceedings.
• Assist with probate and estate administration, Wills and related matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft documents and court submissions.
• Provide legal and administrative support to lawyers and maintain filing systems.
• Liaise with clients, Courts and relevant parties; handle multiple files.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual English Mandarin

Education

Diploma in Law or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

eLitigation

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our team.

Job Responsibilities

• Assisting with and handling family and matrimonial matters , including divorce proceedings;
• Assisting with probate and estate administration matters, Wills and related estate matters ;
• Conducting legal research;
• Preparing and drafting legal documents, correspondence and Court documents;
• Providing legal and administrative support to lawyers;
• Organising and maintaining documents in paper and electronic filing systems;
• Liaising with clients, Courts and other relevant parties; and
• Any other ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Prior experience working as a Secretary/Paralegal in a Singapore law firm , with relevant experience in family and matrimonial matters ;
• Experience in probate, estate administration and Wills is preferred;
• Experience in criminal matters will be an added advantage;
• Diploma in Law or Bachelor's Degree in any discipline;
• Good command of written and spoken English;
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin to communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients;
• Familiarity with eLitigation and Court procedures would be an advantage;
• Able to work independently with appropriate supervision, manage deadlines and handle multiple files; and
• Organised, responsible and meticulous.

Other Information

Salary: S$3,200 to S$4,200 per month , commensurate with experience

5-day work week