Legal Advisor- Corporate

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  • Dubai
  • DH 25,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job DescriptionJob Title: Legal Advisor
Location: Dubai, UAE
Reporting To: Partner / Head of DepartmentJob Summary:
The Associate Lawyer will provide high-level legal advisory and support across multiple practice areas, including Corporate & Commercial, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate, FinTech, Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT), Employment & Labour Disputes, Intellectual Property, Succession Planning, DIFC Wills, and Litigation. The role involves both contentious and non-contentious matters across mainland UAE, DIFC, ADGM, and various freezones, ensuring clients receive strategic, practical, and compliant solutions.Key Responsibilities:
Corporate & Commercial:
  • Provide legal advisory services on corporate structuring, company formation, and regulatory compliance.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and commercial documents.
  • Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including strategic planning, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and post-transaction integration.
Real Estate & Property:
  • Handle legal matters related to real estate transactions, leases, and property disputes.
FinTech & TMT:
  • Provide guidance on technology, media, telecom, and FinTech-related legal matters.
  • Advise on licensing, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property matters.
Employment & Labour:
  • Advise clients on employment law issues, disputes, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution:
  • Represent clients in legal proceedings and provide strategic advice on dispute resolution.
  • Prepare legal documentation, submissions, and case strategies.
Succession Planning & DIFC Wills:
  • Draft DIFC Wills and advise on succession planning and asset protection strategies.
  • Client Relationship & Coordination:
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring prompt and accurate legal support.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to implement legal strategies.
  • Support business development initiatives by providing legal insights and advisory.
Other Responsibilities:
  • Stay updated on UAE laws, regulations, and industry developments.
  • Participate in seminars, panel discussions, and training programs.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and paralegals.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • LLB Hons Law Graduate, qualified with Dubai Legal Affairs Department.
  • Minimum 5+ years of legal experience in the UAE.
  • Strong experience in Corporate, Commercial, M&A, Real Estate, FinTech, TMT, Employment, Litigation, and DIFC Wills.
  • Proven track record in drafting, negotiation, and advisory services.
Knowledge of UAE mainland, DIFC, ADGM, and freezone regulations.
Excellent communication, analytical, and client management skills.Key Competencies:
  • Strategic legal advisory and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to handle complex transactions and cross-border matters.
  • Professional integrity and strong work ethic.
  • Teamwork and leadership abilities.

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