Legal Assistant — Litigation
Position Overview
Job Description
Legal Assistant — Litigation — Hadef & Partners
Hadef & Partners is hiring a Legal Assistant to support our busy litigation and dispute resolution practice in Downtown Dubai. You will provide essential administrative and legal support to advocates handling cases before Dubai Courts, DIFC Courts, and arbitration tribunals.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare court bundles, hearing files, and exhibit folders for Dubai Court and DIFC Court hearings
- File pleadings, applications, and supporting documents through the Dubai Courts e-filing system (Al Salhiya)
- Schedule court hearings, expert appointments, and mediation sessions
- Assist with legal research on UAE Federal laws and Dubai local legislation
- Coordinate with translation services for Arabic-English legal document translations
- Manage case files, deadlines, and limitation period tracking
Requirements
- Legal secretary or legal assistant qualification or diploma
- 1-3 years of experience in a litigation support role, preferably in the UAE
- Familiarity with Dubai Courts e-filing system and procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems
- Bilingual English and Arabic preferred
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Perks & Benefits
About This Role
Hadef & Partners is seeking a Legal Assistant — Litigation to join their Litigation team at the Entry level. This is a Full time, Onsite position based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the full job description above and apply through LegalAlphabet to be considered for this opportunity.
Compensation
د.إ8,000 - د.إ12,000/year
Practice Area
Litigation
Position
Entry
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Hadef & Partners Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
