Junior Legal Associate
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Job summary
Alden Royal Attorneys is seeking a diligent and result-oriented Legal Associate to join our Lagos Island office. The ideal candidate must possess sound legal drafting, research and litigation skills, with the ability to manage client matters, conduct legal research and support the firm's family law, corporate and commercial practice.
Min Qualification:
Degree
Experience Level:
Entry level
Experience Length:
1 year
Language Requirement:
English
Work Type:
Full Time
Working Hours:
8 to 5
Applicant Location:
Nigeria
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities
- Draft, review and vet legal documents, including court processes, contracts, agreements, legal opinions and letters.
- Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, written addresses, affidavits and other court documents.
- Assist with litigation, attend court proceedings and monitor case progress and filing deadlines.
- Handle client consultations, correspondence and follow-ups professionally.
- Assist with family law matters, including divorce, custody, guardianship and maintenance proceedings.
- Support corporate and commercial transactions, regulatory compliance and business registration matters.
- Prepare case reports, maintain client files and provide regular updates on assigned matters.
- Carry out other legal assignments as may be required by the firm.
- Additional Responsibility: Basic Legal Content Creation
- Create basic legal educational content for the firm's social media platforms at least three times a week. Content may include legal tips, short-form video scripts, informative posts, carousels and other engaging materials relating to family law, corporate law, tenancy and other relevant legal topics.
Requirements:
- Must possess an LL.B. degree and a qualifying BL certificate from the Nigerian Law School.
- Must be duly called to the Nigerian Bar and authorised to practise law in Nigeria.
- A minimum of 1–3 years' post-call experience is preferred.
- Strong legal drafting, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
- Good knowledge of Nigerian law and court procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and other relevant office applications.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Must be professional, trustworthy, proactive and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be willing to work full-time from the firm's Lagos Island office.
Remuneration: NGN 150,000–200,000 monthly gross salary depending on competence and experience, with commission where applicable.
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