51 Litigation jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Litigation Lawyer

We are seeking a highly skilled litigation lawyer with excellent proficiency in English and a minimum of three years of experience in private legal practice. The ideal candidates will possess strong expertise in handling a wide range of litigation matters, including drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, representing clients in court, and providing sound legal advice. They should demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to manage cases efficiently while maintaining a client-focused approach. Candidates must be adept at analyzing complex legal issues, negotiating settlements, and collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment.

Litigation Lawyer

We are seeking a highly skilled litigation lawyer with excellent proficiency in English and a minimum of three years of experience in private legal practice. The ideal candidates will possess strong expertise in handling a wide range of litigation matters, including drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, representing clients in court, and providing sound legal advice. They should demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to manage cases efficiently while maintaining a client-focused approach. Candidates must be adept at analyzing complex legal issues, negotiating settlements, and collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment.

We are currently seeking an Associate with an excellent academic background and a passion for litigation, to support and assist in handling high-profile complex cases.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar capacity with a reputed law firm, legal department, or legal consultancy firm with good legal administration skills. You will be responsible for varied and challenging complex legal work which often sets the pace in the market as the firm has an enviable range of clients. The firm strives to create a positive, stimulating, and diverse work environment, one that is based on teamwork, learning, open communication, and knowledge sharing.

• Managing the client cases from start to finish.
• Attend client meetings.
• Gathering documents/evidence from the client.
• Conducting legal research and reviewing legal documents to assist in development of strategies with Senior Associates.
• Updating and consulting with senior associates.
• Supervising paralegals or legal assistants from time to time.

• 3-5 years experience gained in a similar capacity with a reputed law firm, legal department, or legal consultancy firm.
• Fluent in English and Arabic with excellent written and communication skills.
• Familiarity with the UAE laws and the legal system within the region.
• Good drafting skills.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly motivated individual.
• Ability to cope with several projects simultaneously with short deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Masters/Bachelor of Law from a reputed University.

Manage all administrative responsibilities within the Legal Department.

Organize and maintain all legal documents with strict confidentiality.

Collect, examine, and organize evidence and legal documents for case preparation and review.

Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence, including pleadings, contracts, letters, and memos.

Prepare and edit various materials such as meeting minutes, presentations, spreadsheets, and daily reports.

Research relevant regulations, laws, and legal articles to support the preparation of legal advice, case files, and reports.

Communicate effectively with external law firms and internal departments to coordinate legal matters.

Manage and maintain both electronic and paper filing systems efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage all administrative responsibilities within the Legal Department.

Organize and maintain all legal documents with strict confidentiality.

Collect, examine, and organize evidence and legal documents for case preparation and review.

Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence, including pleadings, contracts, letters, and memos.

Prepare and edit various materials such as meeting minutes, presentations, spreadsheets, and daily reports.

Research relevant regulations, laws, and legal articles to support the preparation of legal advice, case files, and reports.

Communicate effectively with external law firms and internal departments to coordinate legal matters.

Manage and maintain both electronic and paper filing systems efficiently.

Proven experience in a legal administrative or legal assistant role, preferably within the real estate sector.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.

Proficiency in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize work under pressure.

Strong research skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

The firm is recognized internationally as a leading adviser to the construction and engineering industries, specializing in infrastructure and energy projects. They have an unrivaled reputation for acting for contractors, project companies, developers, public bodies, funders, and insurers.

Currently, they are looking to recruit a talented Construction and Engineering Disputes Lawyer with 2-5 years PQE to join their construction advisory and disputes team based in Dubai.

The role involves working as part of a team, likely engaged in substantial international arbitration disputes. The ideal candidate would have a background in construction disputes, be technically excellent, commercially aware, and enthusiastic about business development.

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Job Opportunity: Senior Bilingual Disputes Lawyer

A challenging role for a senior fluent Arabic/English disputes lawyer is available.

• A senior (10-year+ PQE) bilingual lawyer with strong litigation experience, including the ability to draft in Arabic and work on Dubai local cases.
• Ability to work independently, investigate disputes, instruct local counsel, review and update pleadings in Arabic, provide strategic input on cases, report internally, and attend expert meetings.
• Experience managing a team of lawyers.
• The opportunity is initially for 6 months with potential to extend further.
• Full-time on-site freelancer basis.
• Trained in an international law firm, ideally with some Western education.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills:

• Fluent Arabic and English language skills.
• Strong litigation experience in Dubai.
• Ability to work independently and manage a team.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on challenging cases.
• Potential to extend contract beyond initial 6 months.

Others:

• Full-time on-site freelancer basis.
• Trained in an international law firm.

We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as an Insurance Dispute Resolution Specialist.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance law and experience in resolving complex disputes.

This role involves performing detailed calculations and assessments in various insurance domains, drafting decisions for the committee, and addressing legal defences presented by dispute parties.

Main Responsibilities:

As a seasoned Shipping/Litigation Attorney, you will provide strategic legal advice on contentious and non-contentious matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex litigation and arbitration across multiple jurisdictions
• Work with external counsel on Free Due Diligence (FDD) cases, ship arrests, cargo claims, and enforcement
• Provide strategic dispute resolution advice
• Draft, review, and negotiate Charter Party Contracts
• Advise on charter party disputes and resolution through arbitration or litigation
• Support Ship Sale and Purchase (S&P) transactions, including Memoranda of Agreement (MOA), delivery conditions, and title transfer
• Manage disputes from contractual breaches and advise on ship financing structures
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
• Conduct due diligence to ensure compliance with international regulations
• Monitor industry legal developments and represent the company at industry events

The firm is recognized internationally as a leading adviser to the construction and engineering industries, specializing in infrastructure and energy projects. They have an unrivaled reputation for acting for contractors, project companies, developers, public bodies, funders, and insurers.

Currently, they are looking to recruit a talented Construction and Engineering Disputes Lawyer with 2-5 years PQE to join their construction advisory and disputes team based in Dubai.

The role involves working as part of a team, likely engaged in substantial international arbitration disputes. The ideal candidate would have a background in construction disputes, be technically excellent, commercially aware, and enthusiastic about business development.

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