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Paralegal – Litigation & General Legal Support

Messrs FUZET | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Messrs FUZET is a boutique law firm specialising in Maritime, Aviation, Rail, Oil & Gas and related commercial and litigation matters.

We are expanding our team and are looking to recruit two Paralegals to provide hands-on legal support to our lawyers across the firm's practice areas.

We are looking for individuals who are experienced, organised, meticulous and proactive, with solid experience working in a law firm and, preferably, a strong background in litigation and dispute-related matters.

THE ROLE

The successful candidates will provide hands-on legal and matter support to our lawyers, with a particular focus on litigation while also supporting the firm's wider legal practice.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Litigation & Legal Support

• Assisting lawyers with the preparation of pleadings, affidavits, submissions, cause papers, correspondence and other legal documents;
• Preparing and maintaining court bundles, hearing bundles, chronologies, indexes and lists of documents;
• Assisting with the preparation of documents and materials for court hearings, trials and case managements;
• Conducting legal and case-related research and preparing research materials and summaries;
• Reviewing, organising and analysing documents received from clients, opposing parties and other stakeholders;
• Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of case files and matter records;
• Monitoring court dates, filing deadlines and other important matter milestones;
• Assisting with e-filing and other court-related requirements where applicable;
• Liaising with clients, counsel, courts, authorities and other parties when required; and
• Providing day-to-day support in the management of litigation matters.

General Legal Support

In addition to litigation work, the Paralegals will also assist with the firm's wider legal practice, including:

• Legal research relating to Maritime, Aviation, Oil & Gas and commercial matters;
• Reviewing, organising and managing contracts, agreements and other legal documents;
• Assisting lawyers with client matters, meetings and correspondence;
• Maintaining proper document management and filing systems;
• Assisting with matter management and document tracking;
• Preparing reports, summaries and other materials as required; and
• Providing other legal support as reasonably required by the firm.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 2 years of relevant experience working in a law firm;
• Solid exposure to litigation and dispute-related matters;
• Good understanding of litigation processes and legal documentation;
• Good legal research, drafting and document review skills;
• Excellent written and spoken English;
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy;
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills;
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines;
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team;
• A proactive, responsible and professional approach to work; and
• A genuine willingness to learn and develop within a specialist legal practice.

Candidates with 4–6 years of relevant experience and demonstrated ability to work independently are particularly encouraged to apply.

We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

If you are an experienced legal support professional who enjoys hands-on legal work, takes ownership of your responsibilities and is looking for an opportunity to grow within a specialist legal practice, we would like to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV/resume together with a brief covering letter explaining their interest in the position and relevant experience to: *************

Please indicate “Application for Paralegal – Litigation & General Legal Support” in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Messrs FUZET

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia