120 Paralegals jobs in Malaysia

About the role

Y.H. Wong & Associates is seeking talented and ambitious Legal Associates, Paralegals and Legal Interns to join our growing team in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. As a full-time member of our Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice, you will be an integral part of providing high-quality legal services to our diverse client base.

What you'll be doing

• Actively participating in all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution, including legal research, case preparation, document review and drafting legal documents
• Collaborating closely with senior lawyers to develop effective litigation strategies and deliver successful outcomes for clients
• Managing a varied caseload and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines
• Maintaining meticulous records and documentation to support the legal process
• Providing exceptional client service and building strong relationships with clients
• Continuously expanding your legal knowledge and skills through training and development opportunities

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in litigation or dispute resolution (for Associate roles)
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure
• Proactive and adaptable approach to handling a diverse workload
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn

What we offer

At Y.H. Wong & Associates, we are committed to providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our team. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, you will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities, mentorship from experienced lawyers, and the chance to work on challenging and high-profile cases. We also offer a healthy work environment to support your work-life balance.

About us

Established in 1999, Y.H. Wong & Associates is a leading law firm in Malaysia, specialising in a wide range of legal services, including Litigation & Dispute Resolution. With a team of highly skilled and dedicated lawyers, we are known for our ability to deliver exceptional results for our clients. Our firm's values of integrity, innovation and client-centricity are at the heart of everything we do.

Apply now to join our dynamic and growing team

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team. The successful candidate will provide essential secretarial and administrative support to our legal team, ensuring smooth and efficient day-to-day operations.

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and correspondence
• Manage lawyers' calendars, schedule appointments, and organize meetings and court dates
• Maintain and organize legal files and documents, both electronically and in hard copy
• Liaise with clients, courts, and other external parties in a professional manner
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence on behalf of the legal team
• Conduct basic legal research and assist with case preparation
• Manage billing, timekeeping, and legal documentation filing systems
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all firm and client information

Responsibilities

Prepare and format legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal requirements.

Manage and maintain client files, both physical and electronic, ensuring proper organization, security, and accessibility.

Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnel, providing information and assistance as needed.

Maintain attorneys' calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings, ensuring efficient time management.

Assist in the preparation of legal filings, including e-filing and serving documents to opposing counsel and courts.

Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support attorneys in case preparation.

Draft routine correspondence and legal documents under the direction of attorneys.

Perform general office administrative tasks, such as answering phones, managing mail, and ordering supplies.

• Possess a minimum of Secondary/SPM/'O' Level certification or equivalent.
• Open to fresh graduates seeking an entry-level position in the legal field.
• Proficient in preparing legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent client communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Capable of managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings efficiently.
• Strong record-keeping and filing abilities, ensuring organized and easily accessible information.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is advantageous.
• Ability to draft professional correspondence and other legal documents.
• Competent in general office administration tasks, including handling phone calls, managing mail, and maintaining office supplies.
• Must be fluent in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.

• EPF/SOCSO
• Annual Leave
• Health Insurance
• Medical Leave
• Annual bonus
• Performance bonus
• Company trip
• Allowance provided
• 5 Working days

AMIR FAEZAL NORZELA & CHONG is hiring a Full time Legal Secretary role in City Centre, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur. Apply now to be part of our team.

Job summary:

• Looking for candidates available to work:
• Monday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
• Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
• Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
• Thursday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
• Friday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
• 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role

We are a small sized legal firm located in Kuala Lumpur. Our location is 5 minutes walking distance from LRT Masjid Jamek Station and accessible with public transport.

Job Responsibility

• Prepare and format legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal requirements.
• Manage and maintain client files, both physical and electronic, ensuring proper organization, security, and accessibility.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnel, providing information and assistance as needed.
• Maintain attorneys' calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings, ensuring efficient time management.
• Assist in the preparation of legal filings, including e-filing and serving documents to opposing counsel and courts.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support attorneys in case preparation.
• Draft routine correspondence and legal documents under the direction of attorneys.
• Perform general office administrative tasks, such as answering phones, managing mail, and ordering supplies.

Job Requirements

• Possess a minimum of Secondary/SPM/'O' Level certification or equivalent.
• Open to fresh graduates seeking an entry-level position in the legal field.
• Proficient in preparing legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent client communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Capable of managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings efficiently.
• Strong record-keeping and filing abilities, ensuring organized and easily accessible information.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is advantageous.
• Ability to draft professional correspondence and other legal documents.
• Competent in general office administration tasks, including handling phone calls, managing mail, and maintaining office supplies.
• Must be fluent in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Job Benefits

• Annual Leave
• EPF
• Health Insurance
• Medical Leave
• SOCSO

Legal Secretary (Litigation) — Kuala Lumpur

Location: Kuala Lumpur (on-site)

Type: Full-time, permanent

Seniority: Open to Junior (1–2 yrs) and Senior (3–7 yrs) legal secretaries

Languages: Excellent English & Bahasa Malaysia (additional Mandarin/Tamil is an advantage)

About the Role

We are seeking a meticulous, proactive Legal Secretary (Litigation) to support partners and associates across criminal, civil & commercial disputes, and public law matters. You'll be the operational backbone—owning documents, deadlines, filings, and client coordination in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Key Responsibilities

Document production: Format and prepare pleadings, affidavits, submissions, bundles of documents/authorities, letters, and emails (MS Word styles, TOCs, authorities tables, pagination, bookmarks).

Court e-filing: Manage e-Courts/e-Filing (filing, service, extracting sealed copies), track returns and acknowledgements, and maintain accurate cause lists.

Diary & deadline control: Maintain court and internal calendars; monitor timelines (filing/service, case management, hearings, appeals).

Bundle management: Compile, index, and paginate bundles (PDF tools/Adobe Acrobat), ensure version control, and prepare hard copies when required.

Client & counsel liaison: Arrange signings, affirmations/commissioning, couriers, and service; coordinate with counsel, experts, and chambers.

Billing & admin: Time entries, draft invoices, open/close files, KIV systems, expenses/OT forms, and travel arrangements.

Confidentiality & quality: Uphold strict confidentiality, accuracy, and professional standards at all times.

Requirements

Experience: Prior Malaysian litigation secretarial experience (law firm) highly preferred. Fresh grads with strong skills may be considered for junior roles.

Tools: Strong MS Word (styles/formatting), Excel, PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat/PDF skills (combine, OCR, paginate, bookmarks); familiarity with e-Courts/e-Filing.

Communication: Excellent written and spoken English & BM; professional phone/email etiquette.

Speed & accuracy: Fast typist, superb attention to detail, able to handle urgent filings and last-minute changes.

Attributes: Organized, discreet, calm under pressure, team-oriented, takes ownership.

Nice to Have

Experience preparing bundles of authorities with citations and tabbing.

Exposure to criminal matters and urgent applications (bail, stays, injunctions).

Basic document automation/templating skills.

What We Offer

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience), OT/meal/transport allowances for late filings, medical benefits, and training.

Hands-on exposure to complex, high-profile matters and a collaborative, learning-driven culture.

Working Hours

Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:30pm (court and urgent filing needs may require occasional overtime)

For further enquiries please contact: and/or Pn. Zohra

About the role

Are you an experienced and meticulous Legal Secretary looking for an exciting new opportunity? JEEVA PARTNERSHIP', a leading law firm in Bangsar South Kuala Lumpur, is seeking a talented Legal Secretary/Clerk to join their thriving team. In this full-time role, you will provide crucial administrative support to our legal professionals, ensuring the smooth running of our day-to-day operations.

What you'll be doing

• Providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to legal teams, including drafting correspondence, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings
• Maintaining thorough and accurate electronic and physical filing systems for legal documents
• Liaising with clients, external parties, and other departments to facilitate seamless communication
• Undertaking research and data entry tasks to support the firm's legal work
• Assisting with the preparation of legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, and court submissions
• Offering exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders

What we're looking for

• minimum 1 year experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a law firm/legal department
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, with a keen eye for detail
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with legal terminology and document management systems
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work well within a team

What we offer

At JEEVA PARTNERSHIP', we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and enriching work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance
• A vibrant office culture with regular social events

About us

JEEVA PARTNERSHIP' is a leading law firm in Bangsar South Kuala Lumpur, known for our exceptional legal services and our commitment to client satisfaction. With a team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals, we specialise in a wide range of legal practice areas, including corporate law, litigation, and intellectual property. Our firm's success is built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and a passion for delivering outstanding results.

Apply now

If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply now. We look forward to hearing from you