Junior Legal Counsel (UAE National)
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About the Role
Commercial Bank of Dubai is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel to support the Litigation function by managing legal disputes, court cases, and external counsel coordination. The role requires 1-3 years of legal experience, preferably in litigation, and a Bachelor's degree in Law.
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Responsibilities
- Assist in handling litigation cases, disputes, and legal claims involving the Bank.
- Support in preparing case files, pleadings, legal briefs, and correspondence for court proceedings.
- Liaise with external lawyers, courts, and authorities under the supervision of senior legal staff.
- Track litigation matters, court hearings, deadlines, and judgments to ensure timely follow up.
- Assist in reviewing and responding to legal notices, claims, and court documents.
- Support execution cases, debt recovery matters, and enforcement proceedings.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather information and documentation required for cases.
- Assist in legal research on UAE laws, regulations, and court precedents.
- Maintain accurate litigation records and case trackers.
- Support internal legal projects and other assigned litigation related tasks.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized university
- 1 3 years of legal experience, preferably in litigation or dispute resolution
- Understanding of UAE laws and court procedures
- UAE Bar or relevant legal certification is an advantage
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The Role
- Operating in the UAE for over 50 years, CBD manages the financial requirements of some of the largest corporates and businesses operating in the country.
- CBD has been recognized as the number one bank in the UAE on the Forbes list of The World's Best Banks 2022.
- Job Purpose: To support the Litigation function by assisting in managing legal disputes, court cases, and external counsel coordination while ensuring compliance with UAE laws.
Principal Accountabilities
- Assist in handling litigation cases, disputes, and legal claims involving the Bank.
- Support in preparing case files, pleadings, legal briefs, and correspondence for court proceedings.
- Liaise with external lawyers, courts, and authorities under the supervision of senior legal staff.
- Track litigation matters, court hearings, deadlines, and judgments to ensure timely follow up.
- Assist in reviewing and responding to legal notices, claims, and court documents.
- Support execution cases, debt recovery matters, and enforcement proceedings.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather information and documentation required for cases.
- Assist in legal research on UAE laws, regulations, and court precedents.
- Maintain accurate litigation records and case trackers.
- Support internal legal projects and other assigned litigation related tasks.
Requirements
- 1 3 years of legal experience, preferably in litigation or dispute resolution, with understanding of UAE laws and court procedures.
- Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized university. UAE Bar or relevant legal certification is an advantage.
About the company
- In 1969, Commercial Bank of Dubai started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait.
- By 1982, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company.
- Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution.
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