• Application Deadline:
• Position: Lawyer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 7 - 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

Job Description

• The role holder should be able to represent clients in court in civil matters, draw up legal documents and proceedings, and manage or advise clients on legal transactions.

Direct Reports:

• The role contributes cross functionally.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor legal risk in documentation and giving guidance on the acceptable assumption of risk.


• Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for natural and juristic persons.


• Conduct legal research and gather evidences.


• Ensure that appropriate approvals are in place before documents are executed.


• Explain the law and give legal advice.


• Protecting the Firm’s interests by ensuring due diligence


• Offer legal representation at arbitration or mediation hearings.


• Draft, review and manage wills, trusts, estates, contracts and deeds.


• Manage regulatory and compliance-related services.


• Facilitate innovative solutions to client problems.


• Offer legal representation to clients in court proceedings on civil or criminal matters.


• Manage and oversee paralegals and legal assistants.


• Evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases


• Prepare pleadings, notices and make appearances in court


• Study Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases


• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience Required

• A Degree in Law with at least 2.1


• Must be called to the Nigeria Bar with at least 2.2


• With 7-10 years of active litigation experience.


• Core litigation


• Good oral and written communication skills


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality


• Experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing legal documents.


• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.


• Natural leader who displays sound judgment and attention to detail.


• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Role is based in Lagos.


• Responsibilities and job description may be refined with changing business needs.

Salary

Negotiable.