Legal Intern

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate, driven, and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join our dynamic team at LYLAW in Dubai. This internship is ideal for someone with a strong sense of ethics and a keen interest in legal practice, who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The role involves supporting attorneys in legal research, preparing legal documents, attending internal meetings, and learning the day-to-day operations of a law firm. This is an on-site, unpaid internship and is open only to candidates who are based in the U.A.E. and hold a valid U.A.E. residence visa. Tourist or visit visa holders do not qualify.

The Firm requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks.

Requirements

• Keen interest in the legal field.
• Fluent in English—both written and verbal.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Clear writing style with excellent written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in Excel, tables, diagrams, and flowcharts.
• Initiative and independence, with a team-oriented mindset.
• Professional demeanor, bubbly personality, and a positive spirit.
• Ethical, honest, and loyal, with a strong sense of right and wrong.
• Candidate must be based in the U.A.E. with a valid U.A.E. residence visa (tourist/visit visas are not eligible).

Qualifications

• Current university student or recent graduate in law or a related field.
• No prior work experience required, but prior internships or academic work in law is a plus.
• Availability for a minimum commitment of 12 weeks, with potential for extension.
• Must be available to work on-site at our office in Dubai.

Why LYLAW?

• Exposure to a wide range of legal matters and real-world experience.
• Supportive, inclusive, and professional team environment.
• Hands-on training and learning opportunities.
• Opportunity to grow within a reputable law firm in the heart of Dubai.