Legal Associate Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Legal Associate includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Managing client cases from start to finish
  • Advising clients and conducting legal research on their behalf
  • Preparing and reviewing legal documents ahead of a court hearing
  • Developing litigation strategies
  • Gathering evidence
  • Updating and consulting with senior associates
  • Supervising paralegals or legal assistants from time to time

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Legal Associate duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Legal Associate roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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