Winkler Partners seeks Paralegal/Legal Consultant

Winkler Partners Attorneys at Law of Taiwan and Foreign Legal Affairs is seeking a full-time paralegal/legal consultant to assist our Taiwan lawyers in advising foreign clients and other related tasks, including:

  1. Assisting the firm’s employment, corporate and intellectual property teams in providing accurate and practical advice and recommendations to our clients.
  2. Helping colleagues understand the full cultural context of our foreign clients’ legal needs and questions.
  3. Drafting, reviewing and editing emails, agreements, legal memoranda, reports, and other documents.
  4. Conducting research into Taiwan laws, regulations, current events and changes in the legal landscape.
  5. Attending court hearings, client meetings and conference calls, as well as participating in local and international events and educational activities on behalf of the firm.
  6. Assisting legal staff on other matters as the opportunity or need arises.

Requirements

  1. A willingness to learn about Taiwan law and a general understanding of Taiwan’s legal system.
  2. Relevant work experience in the legal industry either in Taiwan or abroad or a keen interest in the law and legal affairs.
  3. Strong communication/interpersonal skills and an open mind.
  4. Strong English skills equivalent to that of a native speaker, with at least intermediate or advanced spoken Mandarin Chinese, including listening and reading abilities.
  5. Experience working in a multicultural or multilingual environment is preferred.
  6. Can work individually or as part of a team.
  7. A general interest in Taiwan’s social and current affairs.
  8. Experience with document and client management tools and applications is a plus.
  9. While admission to the bar is not required, legal training or experience is a plus.

Please send a current resume and one-page cover letter outlining why you believe you are an ideal candidate for this role to personnel@winklerpartners.com.