Advocate

The client, a boutique law firm specializing in maritime law, providing tailored legal services to a diverse range of clients within the shipping, logistics, and maritime industries, are seeking a motivated and diligent Advocate to join their team. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and support to clients in matters related to maritime law,
• including ship registration, financing, and charter agreements.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, and other legal
• documents.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support cases and prepare opinions.
•  Stay updated on local and international maritime regulations and developments.
•  Collaborate with colleagues on diverse issues and provide support in business development initiatives.

• Ideally the candidate has 1-3 years of experience in legal practice, with exposure to maritime law considered an asset.
• Strong academic background in law, with a specialization or interest in maritime or commercial law.
• Excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Fluency in English is required, with proficiency in Maltese or another language being an advantage.

• A valid warrant to practice law in Malta.

• Flexible working hours
• A collaborative and supportive work environment