Associate

Company Overview

Fatima Hussein Law Firm (FHL) is a boutique legal practice based in the UAE, established by Advocate Fatima Hussain, an Emirati lawyer with more than 15 years of courtroom practice before UAE Courts and the Public Prosecution. The firm has built its reputation on managing intricate, sensitive, and high-value matters, including extradition, INTERPOL Red Notices, money laundering, cybercrime, and sanctions-related disputes, with a strong emphasis on discretion and strategic representation.

In addition to criminal defense, the firm advises and represents clients across civil litigation, corporate and commercial advisory, family law, real estate, employment, construction, intellectual property, and alternative dispute resolution. Its client base includes entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors, and the firm currently handles more than 200 active matters for roughly 106 clients. FHL’s broader mission is to raise the standard of legal practice in the UAE and grow into a leading regional and international firm in criminal defense, complex dispute resolution, and advanced legal strategy.

Role Summary

This position is a full-time, on-site Associate role in Dubai, supporting litigation and advisory work across criminal, civil, corporate, personal status, and commercial matters. The role requires close involvement in case preparation, legal drafting, research, client interaction, and coordination with third parties throughout the lifecycle of a matter.

What You Will Do

• Prepare pleadings, legal memoranda, contracts, and written opinions.
• Carry out legal research on UAE legislation, regulations, and relevant procedures.
• Organize case files, supporting evidence, and hearing notes for court and arbitration matters.
• Attend meetings with clients and help develop case strategy.
• Coordinate with experts, counterparties, public authorities, and other external stakeholders.
• Support analysis of complex domestic and cross-border legal issues.
• Track regulatory changes and interpret their impact on ongoing matters.
• Assist in settlement talks and negotiation processes.
• Maintain strict accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality in all assignments.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate brings strong legal drafting, research, and analytical abilities, along with a solid interest or background in criminal law, white-collar crime, civil disputes, personal status matters, and commercial litigation. Familiarity with UAE law, court practice, and regulatory systems is important, as is comfort with matters that involve multiple jurisdictions.

Excellent English communication skills are required, and Arabic fluency is a major advantage. The role also calls for strong organization, the ability to handle several matters at once, and a calm, discreet, client-focused approach. The associate should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a close-knit, high-performing team.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law.