Job Description
- Application Deadline:
- Position: Associate Counsel/Litigation Lawyer
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 1 - 3 years
- Location Lagos
- City Ajah
- Job Field Law / Legal 
- Salary Range ₦150,000 - ₦200,000/month
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced lawyer with a minimum of 1-3 years post-call experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, commercial practice, litigation and be able to manage multiple cases and clients effectively. Please kindly note that our office is located at Sangotedo and only candidates who live around Ajah/Sangotedo/Awoyaya Axis should apply.
Employment is immediate.
Job Description/Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients across various sectors.
- Handle litigation matters, including drafting court processes, court appearances, and trial advocacy.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and provide well-reasoned opinions on diverse legal issues.
- Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and arbitration proceedings.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for corporate and commercial transactions.
- Must understand Garnishee proceedings.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service delivery.
- Work collaboratively with other team members on complex legal matters.
- Stay updated on evolving technological, legal, and regulatory frameworks affecting clients and the firm.
Requirements:
- A minimum of three (1-3) years post-call experience in active legal practice.
- Strong litigation, corporate, and commercial law experience.
- Excellent legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
- Strong negotiation and advocacy abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic legal environment.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships.
- A proactive, problem-solving approach to legal issues.
- Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.