Associate

Company Description

Sarmiento Loriega (SL Law) is a premier full-service law firm established in 2020, led by partners with extensive local and global expertise acquired over nearly five decades of legal practice. The firm has rapidly earned recognition as a trusted provider of cost-effective solutions across various legal disciplines, maintaining an unwavering commitment to excellence, diligence, and client satisfaction. SL Law has garnered prestigious accolades, including the Legal 500 top-tier rankings in Antitrust Law, Taxation Law, Corporate M&As, and Litigation, in addition to being named the Philippines Rising Law Firm of the Year by Asian Legal Business in 2023. Located in Pasig, the firm is known for its distinguished standard of services delivered by a dynamic team of lawyers from the Philippines most prestigious law schools.

Driven by its mantra Beyond the Practice, SL Law is at the forefront of ESG projects, including Green and Sustainable Mining, Green Energy Projects, advancement of legal education through the law school founded by two of the Firm's Senior Partners, among many of its advocacies.

For more information about its work, please visit: www.sl-lawoffice.com.

Role Description

We are seeking a full-time Associate to join our team on-site at our office in Pasig. The Associate will be responsible for drafting and reviewing legal documents, conducting legal research, and offering advice to clients on various legal matters. This role includes assisting in litigation and corporate transactions, collaborating with partners and the legal team, and ensuring high-quality, precise, and timely deliverables are met. The Associate will also assist the Partners in negotiations, maintain client relationships, and stay updated on changes to laws and regulations relevant to the Firm's practice areas.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills to prepare detailed reports, contracts, and memoranda.
• Proficiency in litigation and dispute resolution, including case strategy development and filing legal briefs.
• Experience in corporate matters such as M&As, taxation, securities law, and contract law is highly desirable.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for court hearings, negotiations, and client interactions.
• Exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and time management to successfully handle multiple cases.
• Law degree from a well-recognized institution; bar admission in good standing in the Philippines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment.
• Interest or experience in special projects, real estate law, energy, or insurance law is a plus.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards and providing client-focused solutions.
• Genuine concern for the Filipino people and the communities we serve through our ESG projects.