Job Description

Company Description Goh Wong Pereira is a firm of advocates and solicitors practicing Malaysian commercial law, serving a wide range of corporate and individual clients. The firm provides advisory and dispute resolution services across various commercial matters, offering practical and tailored legal solutions. Team members work in a professional environment where accuracy, client service, and ethical practice are central to daily operations. Joining the firm offers exposure to complex commercial cases and opportunities to build strong legal research and case management skills.

Role Description This full-time on-site role, based in WP Kuala Lumpur, involves supporting lawyers with comprehensive legal research and case management activities. The Legal Researcher / Case Manager will review and analyze statutes, case law, and regulatory materials, and prepare clear research memos, case summaries, and draft documents. The role includes organizing case files, maintaining accurate records and timelines, coordinating with clients and external parties where necessary, and assisting with document preparation for hearings, submissions, and negotiations. The individual will also help monitor case progress, track deadlines, and ensure that all documentation is complete, properly filed, and accessible to the legal team.

Qualifications

Strong legal research and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret Malaysian commercial law and synthesize complex information into concise reports.
Proficiency in written communication, including drafting case summaries, correspondence, and basic legal documents with careful attention to detail.
Solid organizational and case management abilities, including file management, deadline tracking, and maintaining accurate documentation and records.
Professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with legal team members and interact respectfully with clients and external parties.
High level of accuracy, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information, with strong ethical judgment and reliability.
Comfort with using legal research databases, office productivity software, and digital case management tools.
Degree or diploma in Law or a related field is preferred; prior experience in a law firm or legal support role within commercial practice is an advantage.
Ability to work on-site in WP Kuala Lumpur, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing case priorities in a fast-paced environment.