Senior Litigation Counsel

2 months ago
Mira Developments

Mira Developments

Mira Developments specializes in luxury real estate development in Dubai and the UAE, offering exclusive, fully furnished properties that combine elegant design with high investment potential, including stylish apartments in a branded beachfront commun...

Real Estate
Founded 2023

Description

  • Lead and oversee significant multi-jurisdictional disputes across commercial litigation, international arbitration, and financial recovery matters.
  • Prepare and submit legal filings, including pleadings and motions, across the UAE, UK, EU, and Hong Kong.
  • Manage litigation from discovery and depositions through trial preparation with minimal supervision.
  • Coordinate with local legal advisors to support seamless execution of cases in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Conduct in-depth legal research and monitor legislative and judicial developments to inform case strategy.
  • Draft legal memoranda, briefs, internal advisory notes, and other litigation-related documents.
  • Manage e-discovery workflows, document review, and meticulous case file maintenance with full traceability.
  • Support settlement discussions, alternative dispute resolution initiatives, and internal case strategy development.
  • Collaborate with expert witnesses and cross-functional teams to strengthen case positioning.
  • Maintain litigation calendars, case management systems, templates, research databases, and knowledge-sharing resources.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognised law school.
  • Valid license to practice law.
  • 7-10 years of hands-on litigation or dispute resolution experience.
  • Strong analytical and legal research abilities with command of legal databases.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with experience drafting precise legal documents.
  • Deep understanding of civil procedure, evidence rules, and court protocols.
  • Proficiency in e-discovery tools and litigation support software.
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority cases and meet tight deadlines.
  • High level of organisation, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Practical experience with Google Workspace, Notion, and LLMs.
  • Prior experience in commercial litigation (preferred).
  • Familiarity with ADR methods such as mediation and arbitration (preferred).
  • Experience with case management and legal project tools (preferred).
  • Knowledge of legal tech solutions and their application in dispute resolution (preferred).
  • Hands-on experience in document review and e-discovery coordination (preferred).
  • Willingness to travel for court appearances, depositions, or meetings with external counsel.
  • Flexibility to work extended hours when case demands require.
  • Commitment to continuous legal education and staying up to date with evolving regulations.

Benefits

  • Close collaboration with senior leadership and exposure to strategic business matters.
  • Real ownership of legal projects from start to finish.
  • Fully remote work with the flexibility to work from anywhere.
  • Broad international scope and a diverse range of legal work.
  • A modern, technology-enabled environment with an AI-forward mindset.
  • 40 paid days off per year.
  • Competitive compensation aligned with the seniority and scope of the role.

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