legal assistant

Full job description

Job Summary

Provides support in handling legal matters related to intellectual property rights of the company’s clients.

Duties / Responsibilities

Assists clients with queries related to legal matters concerning intellectual property rights

Manages trademark opposition and counterstatement cases, including legal assessment, client advisory, claim/defense preparation, and representation at hearings

Prepares daily correspondence and reports for clients

Provides translation services for documents as needed

Conducts trademark clearance work, including common law searches, draft clearance reports, and client advisories

Coordinates with external lawyers to handle litigation and court cases, ensuring appropriate follow-up

Manages tasks with UAE notary public offices efficiently

Drafts and reviews various intellectual property-related contracts, such as licensing, franchising, assignment, and joint ventures

Prepares annual audit reports for clients regarding legal matters handled by the company

Skills / Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent

UAE resident

2-4 years of experience, preferably in the field of intellectual property or a related area

Excellent command of English and Arabic

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork skills

Industries: Real Estate

Function: Legal/ Lawyer