Legal Consultant

Roles and responsibilities

Legal Expertise and Knowledge

1. Specialized Legal Knowledge

   • Having deep knowledge and expertise in specific areas of law (e.g., corporate law, tax law, real estate law, intellectual property law, etc.).
   • Understanding the laws, regulations, and legal precedents that affect clients' industries or situations.

2. Regulatory Compliance

   • Advising clients on how to comply with laws, regulations, and standards relevant to their business operations.
   • Ensuring that the clients’ activities are in line with current legal frameworks, including industry-specific regulations.

3. Legal Risk Management

   • Identifying and advising on potential legal risks that clients may face, such as litigation, regulatory violations, or contract disputes.
   • Helping businesses avoid legal pitfalls through preventive measures and strategies.

4. Contract Law

   • Providing advice on the drafting, interpretation, and negotiation of contracts to protect clients' interests.
   • Ensuring that agreements are legally sound and enforceable.

Research and Analytical Skills

1. Legal Research

   • Conducting in-depth legal research to gather relevant information on statutes, regulations, and case law.
   • Analyzing complex legal issues and providing clients with actionable insights and recommendations based on the findings.

2. Interpretation of Laws and Regulations

   • Analyzing laws, regulations, and case law to interpret and apply them to specific client situations.
   • Translating complex legal jargon into clear and understandable advice for non-legal clients.

3. Legal Documentation and Report Writing

   • Drafting clear and concise legal documents, reports, and memoranda that outline legal advice, risks, and strategies.
   • Preparing legal opinions, contract drafts, and other documents tailored to the client’s needs.

Desired candidate profile

Our client is seeking for an experienced Legal Consultant for a legal firm based in Dubai.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide expert legal advice across a range of areas, including immigration (golden visas), high-value real estate transactions and international tax planning.

* Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents with precision and attention to detail while ensuring their compliance.

* Stay constantly updated with the latest legal and regulatory developments in UAE and internationally.

* Provide tailored legal solutions that align with clients’ personal and business objectives.

* Collaborate with government officials and regulatory bodies to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.

Qualifications:

* Legal qualification from an accredited institution.

* Experience in a law firm or in-house legal department is a plus.

* Deep knowledge of UAE legal and regulatory environment, with the ability to navigate complex legal issues.

* Outstanding analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with a refined attention to detail.

* Ability to work independently and deliver efficient results in the client-driven environment.

* Fluency in English is essential.