About Malcus Poh Law Corporation:

MalcusPoh Law Corporation is a boutique Singapore law firm specialising in private client practice, with our core strength in cross-border matters involving Singapore and China.

We focus on cross-border divorce and wealth succession planning. Our experience includes advising clients on complex cross-border family law issues such as cross-border divorces, division of overseas assets, inheritance disputes, and estate planning for high-net-worth individuals.

Our understanding of cross-jurisdictional legal frameworks allows us to guide clients through intricate cross-border situations with clarity and practical foresight.

We are looking for competent and dedicated Paralegals to join our Family & Divorce team, with a focus on our China Desk.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings for cross-border family matters involving Singapore and China.

Act as a liaison between all parties, including Singapore/China clients, courts, and other stakeholders, for scheduling and information sharing.

Organize and manage documents, including creating spreadsheets and retrieval systems for multi-jurisdictional files.

Coordinate the collection, review, and production of documents, including PRC documents, and respond to discovery requests.

Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits, witness binders, and appendices for depositions and court filings.

Summarized deposition and trial transcripts and exhibits in both English and Chinese.

Conduct factual and legal research using in-house files, Singapore statutes, PRC laws, and external reference sources.

Compile information and prepare statistics, charts, and other summaries for cross-border asset division and estate matters.

Prepare affidavits, legal correspondence, and other documents for lawyers in English and Chinese.

Organize and maintain paper and electronic filing systems.

Meet with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to discuss case details, including Mandarin-speaking clients from China.

Investigate case facts and laws, search PRC/Singapore public records, and analyse legal materials to support case preparation.

Gather and analyse statutes, case law, legal articles, and other data from both Singapore and China jurisdictions.

Job Requirements:

1. Degree in Law or a Juris Doctor. Candidates with a Bachelor of Laws from a PRC university, or holding a PRC Legal Practice Qualification Certificate, will have an advantage.

2. Minimum 1 year of substantive experience as a paralegal in family litigation, preferably with exposure to China-related matters.

3. Proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin and English is essential. The firm deals extensively with PRC clients, PRC documents, and Chinese-language correspondence with PRC courts and counterpart counsel.

4. Strong multitasking and organisational skills.

5. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced cross-border environment.

6. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.

7. A team player with a positive attitude and a strong sense of responsibility.

Due to the nature of our practice at Malcus Poh Law Corporation, we specialize in cross-border family and succession matters involving Singapore and China. The role requires daily review and drafting of Chinese legal documents, correspondence with PRC clients in Mandarin, and interpretation of PRC family law and succession rules. Proficiency in Mandarin and familiarity with the Chinese legal system are therefore essential job requirements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective client service.

Why Join Us

Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Direct exposure to diverse and meaningful legal work.

Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Regular interaction with local and international clients.

Fast-paced and rewarding workplace where your contributions are valued.

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your updated resume with your expected salary and notice period to [HIDDEN TEXT]. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.