Lawyer Needed in Lagos

Job Description

Osibogun Osibu & Partners, a reputable Law firm with offices in Lagos, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lawyer

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

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.

Job 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.

Job 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 2-3 consecutive years of active experience in legal practice.
– 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.

Application Closing Date:
31st October, 2024.

How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Personal Statement to: clerksosibogunpartners@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.