Associate Lawyer

About us

RP de Vera Law Office is a respected full-service law firm based in Makati City, Metro Manila. We are committed to providing exceptional legal services to our clients whilst maintaining the highest standards of professional excellence. Our firm is built on a foundation of integrity, expertise and client-focused solutions. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative environment where talented legal professionals can grow, develop and make meaningful contributions to our clients' success.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Associate Lawyer to join our dynamic team at RP de Vera Law Office in Makati City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that offers a significant opportunity to develop your legal career whilst working on diverse, high-impact matters. As an Associate Lawyer, you will play a crucial role in delivering quality legal advice and services to our valued clients across various practice areas.

Key responsibilities

• Drafting of transmittal and authorization letters;
• Prepare all documents required to register business entities;
• Assist in the preparation and documentation for amendments, withdrawals, mergers and dissolutions of corporations, partnerships and/ or limited liability companies;
• Assist in the completion, and maintenance of stock certificates of corporate clients;
• Notarization of documents of clients;
• Drafting, preparation, editing, proofreading of pleadings, opinions, memorandums, documents, and letters;
• Drafting and preparation of letters, documents, reports, and forms for filing with government agencies, offices and instrumentalities;
• Research on law, rules and regulations, jurisprudence, circulars, etc. necessary for the project assigned;
• Prepare memoranda on the results of legal research;
• Processing and filing of applications, permits, licenses with various government agencies, local government units, etc.;
• Liaison with various government offices, agencies, local government units;
• Attend meetings, hearings, etc. on behalf of the office, its lawyers, and clients;
• Draft and take down minutes of the meetings, and create and maintain corporate minute books; and
• Act as corporate secretary of corporations as needed.

What we're looking for

• Ability to carry out assigned tasks and work with the least amount of supervision;
• Ability to finish assigned work in the least amount of time required, and within the required and/ or requested deadline;
• Punctuality in reporting to work at the office at the assigned hour;
• Focus on the performance of the required tasks and work; and
• Exercise a high level of diligence to avoid mistakes and effectively carry out assigned work.

What we offer

We are committed to supporting the professional development and well-being of our team members. As part of our team, you will work under the direct supervision and mentorship of the Managing Partner, providing valuable opportunities to develop your legal skills, professional judgment, and practical experience. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. We also provide flexible working arrangements, where practicable, to support work-life balance and employee well-being. Our benefits package includes profit sharing and a guaranteed bonus of up to two (2) months' salary, free lunch, parking privileges, and a housing benefit at SM Jazz Residences (Brgy. Bel-Air).

Apply now

If you are an ambitious and talented Associate Lawyer looking to advance your legal career with a respected firm, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining your legal experience and areas of interest, and copies of your academic credentials to RP de Vera Law Office. We look forward to receiving your application.