Litigation & Dispute Resolution Associate in a Legal Company

Job Title: Litigation & Dispute Resolution Associate

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• The role requires strong legal research abilities, sound drafting skills, courtroom exposure, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced legal environment.
• The successful candidate will support the firm in handling litigation, arbitration, mediation, regulatory, and other dispute resolution matters.
• We are seeking a smart, analytical, and highly motivated Litigation Associate to join our Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice.

Key Responsibilities
Litigation Support & Case Management:

• Conduct legal research and case law analysis to support ongoing matters.
• Assist in handling litigation matters before courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies.
• Support the preparation and management of litigation strategies.

Legal Drafting & Documentation:

• Draft originating processes, motions, affidavits, written addresses, legal opinions, correspondence, and other litigation-related documents.
• Review legal documents and identify legal and procedural issues.
• Prepare case summaries, legal memoranda, and advisory notes.

Court Representation & Advocacy:

• Assist senior lawyers in trial preparation, witness coordination, and hearing support.
• Attend court proceedings, mediations, arbitrations, and client meetings as required.
• Represent clients in court and other dispute resolution forums where delegated.

Client Service & Advisory Support:

• Participate in meetings, negotiations, and strategy sessions where required.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding assigned matters.
• Support client advisory services by conducting research and preparing draft opinions.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR):

• Support preparation of arbitration documents and settlement agreements.
• Assist with mediation, arbitration, conciliation, and settlement processes.
• Conduct research on ADR procedures and applicable legal frameworks.

Requirements

• Exposure to commercial litigation, civil litigation, arbitration, or regulatory disputes is an added advantage.
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Degree from a recognized institution.
• Prior experience in litigation and dispute resolution practice within a reputable law firm is preferred.
• 3 -7 years post-call litigation experience.
• Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification and admission to the Nigerian Bar.