• Application Deadline: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Litigation and Commercial Lawyer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 10 - 12 years


• Location Lagos


• City Victoria Island


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation/Commercial Lawyer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both litigation and commercial law, with the ability to handle complex legal matters efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Litigation Management

• Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.


• Prepare and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.


• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategy.


• Advise clients on legal rights and obligations, and develop litigation strategies.


• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.

Commercial Law

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including but not limited to service agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.


• Provide legal advice on business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring.


• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in all commercial dealings.


• Assist clients with risk management and mitigation strategies.


• Conduct due diligence and prepare reports for clients on various commercial matters.

Client Relations

• Maintain and build strong relationships with clients, providing timely and effective legal counsel.


• Communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and accessible manner.


• Identify and develop new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across different practice areas to provide comprehensive legal support.


• Contribute to the firm’s knowledge base by sharing expertise and best practices.

Job Requirements

• At least a second-class upper degree from a recognized university as well as the Nigerian Law School. Relevant post graduate qualifications may be an added advantage, but are not a requirement


• 10+ years active experience in litigation/ alternative dispute resolution and active transactional experience and capable of drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.


• Strong legal ability, a practical commercial approach and excellent drafting and communication skills


• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Personal qualities required:

• Team-working ability.


• Coaching and grooming ability.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Good Marketing skills.


• Ability to meet up with deadlines.


• Ability to work without supervision.