Legal Associate

Messrs Ho Kok Yew is looking to hire a Legal Associate with at least 2 years litigation experience with brilliant research and analytical skills.

The candidate is expected to display sound judgment and decision-making with outstanding problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

No, these are not ridiculously high standards.

Candidates should be determined (feeling jaded once in a while is fine), with a keen interest in upholding the law. Possessing an ability to empathize with team members and clients is imperative. Knowing when to suppress that empathywill be a bonus.

Public speaking and writing skills are imperative, with an excellent command of both English and Bahasa Malaysia. Possessing a colossal courage to use those skills against difficult opponents would set you in premium class.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and gather evidence.
• Explain the law and give legal advice, preferably the right one.
• Facilitate innovative solutions to client problems.
• Offer legal representation to clients in court proceedings on civil matters and in mediation hearings.
• Draft, review and manage pleadings, notices of application and make appearances in court.
• Manage regulatory and compliance-related matters.

You will need (in this exact order of priority):

• A keen ability to perceive humour and appreciate a joke.
• A keen ability to not just read the room, but also lead it
• At least 2 years experience in the legal profession, in litigation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.
• Experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing legal documents.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
• A keen attntion to detaiil.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If you are interested, and you believe you meet the criteria above, please send your resume and cover letter to Messrs Ho Kok Yew, at [Confidential Information].