Legal Secretary

About the role

The Legal Secretary will provide essential clerical and administrative support to our lawyers in Abu Dhabi. This full‑time, on‑site position involves preparing legal documents, managing diaries, and acting as a liaison between clients, courts, and internal staff.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate schedules, appointments, and court dates for lawyers.
• Maintain organized and confidential legal files and records, both digitally and in hard copy.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, courts, and internal staff.
• Assist with filing and archiving of legal documents according to firm protocols.

Required profile

• At least 1 year of experience as a legal secretary in a UAE‑based law firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from an English‑section university.
• Basic understanding of UAE legal terminology, procedures, and court systems.
• Fluency in both English and Arabic.
• High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.