Legal Associate, Litigation

Description

Legal Associate, Litigation

Ling Law Corporation is looking for a Singapore-qualified Legal Associate with 0 to 2 years' PQE to join our litigation practice. Newly qualified lawyers are welcome to apply.

What We Offer

• S$6,000 to S$7,500 per month, depending on experience and ability;
• performance bonus;
• direct mentorship from the Managing Director;
• early exposure to clients, case strategy, Court and advocacy;
• substantive involvement in high-stakes, high-value and interesting disputes;
• a focused caseload rather than volume work; and
• increasing responsibility as you develop.

Our matters are varied, often unusual and rarely boring. Recent work includes military court trials and appeals, complex matrimonial disputes, scam and money laundering prosecutions involving cryptocurrency and cross-border movements, shareholder disputes, contentious estates, employment disputes, protection from harassment matters, insolvency and commercial claims.

The Role

Depending on your experience, you will be involved in:

• analysing evidence and developing case strategy;
• legal research;
• drafting pleadings, affidavits, submissions and correspondence;
• client conferences and witness preparation;
• preparing for hearings, trials, mediations and negotiations; and
• Court attendances and advocacy.

You will work closely with the Managing Director and receive supervision and guidance.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• has a genuine interest in litigation and contentious work;
• thinks clearly and writes well;
• is meticulous, curious and has good judgment;
• takes pride in producing high-quality work;
• is dependable and receptive to feedback;
• is technologically confident and comfortable using digital and AI tools; and
• wants to develop into a well-rounded litigator.

Application

Please send us your CV, academic transcripts, availability and expected salary, together with a short covering email telling us about yourself and why you are interested in litigation.