Lawyer Associate II

Responsibilities:

• Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice and guidance to clients on various legal issues, including but not limited to corporate law, commercial transactions, real estate, intellectual property, employment law, and dispute resolution.
• Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documents: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, legal opinions, memoranda, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Court Representation: Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, trials, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, such as arbitration and mediation.
• Legal Research: Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on complex legal issues, statutes, regulations, and case law to support legal opinions and strategies
• Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs, providing timely updates, and delivering high-quality legal services tailored to their requirements.
• Case Management: Manage a caseload efficiently, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and ensure that all legal matters are handled with professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with other members of the legal team, including partners, associates, paralegals, and support staff, to deliver seamless legal solutions and achieve collective goals.
• Business Development: Assist in business development activities, such as client outreach, networking events, and marketing initiatives, to attract new clients and expand the firm's client base.
• Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in legislation, legal trends, and industry developments to ensure compliance and provide proactive advice to clients

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized university.
• Barrister-at-Law (BL) qualification from the Nigerian Law School.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-law school experience working in a reputable law firm or corporate legal department.
• Excellent knowledge of Nigerian laws, regulations, and legal procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and integrity.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is preferred
  

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos

Requirements: NGN 170,000

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Lawyer Associate to advance their career and make a significant impact in a leading law firm in Nigeria. If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about delivering top-notch legal services, we encourage you to apply.