Job Description

• To develop research objectives, projects and proposals and carry out individual or collaborative research aligned with the firm’s practice areas.
• To represent clients in court, draft and review court processes and legal documents, and manage or advise clients on legal matters.
• To make a substantial and positive contribution to the strategic direction of the firm.

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 evidence.
• 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
• More than  5 years post-call experience
• With 2-3 consecutive years of active experience in litigation.
• Ability to act as project leader on major research projects
• 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