Legal Assistant — Litigation Support

Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its busy litigation and dispute resolution practice in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves document management, court filing, legal research, and administrative support for a team of Advocates and Solicitors handling complex commercial and construction disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file court documents including originating summonses, statements of claim, and affidavits at the Kuala Lumpur High Court
• Manage case files, discovery bundles, and trial bundles for commercial litigation and arbitration matters
• Conduct basic legal research using CLJ Law, LexisNexis Malaysia, and the Malaysian courts' e-filing system (e-Filing)
• Coordinate with court registries, bailiffs, and process servers for service of documents and enforcement matters
• Maintain a database of court deadlines, hearing dates, and limitation periods
• Assist in preparing chronologies, dramatis personae, and document indices for trials and arbitrations

About This Role

This is an excellent entry-level position for candidates interested in litigation who want to gain practical experience at one of Malaysia's top dispute resolution practices.

• Diploma in law, legal studies, or paralegal studies from a recognised Malaysian institution
• 1-3 years of experience as a legal assistant, legal clerk, or litigation support professional
• Familiarity with Malaysian court procedures and the e-Filing system
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple case files simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia
• Willingness to attend court registries and government offices as required