Legal Associate

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Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough legal research on various cases, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents.
• Analyze legal documents, case law, and statutory materials to assist in case preparation and strategy.
• Stay updated on legal developments relevant to the firm’s practice areas.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, briefs, motions, and discovery requests.
• Assist with the preparation of legal opinions, memos, and client correspondence.
• Ensure that all legal documents comply with relevant laws and court requirements.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates, and discuss case developments.
• Maintain client relationships and act as a point of contact for inquiries or case status.
• Attend client meetings, taking notes and preparing summaries or action plans as needed.
• Assist senior attorneys with case strategy, planning, and litigation preparation.
• Organize case files, maintain detailed records, and track deadlines for filings, court dates, and legal proceedings.
• Participate in case reviews, preparing summaries of facts and legal issues for discussions with senior attorneys.
• Prepare for court hearings, including organizing evidence, exhibits, and witness statements.
• Draft motions and responses for court filings.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, or trials to support senior attorneys as needed.
• Assist in preparing for negotiations, including drafting settlement agreements or outlining negotiation strategies.
• Support attorneys in communicating with opposing counsel or parties to resolve disputes.
• Assist clients with regulatory compliance matters, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations in various industries.
• Help assess legal risks in business operations, offering solutions to mitigate potential legal issues.
• Assist with billing processes, including tracking billable hours, preparing invoices, and following up on client payments.

Qualifications:

Must be called to the Nigerian Bar

Minimum of 1 year experience in Litigation

Masters in Law is an added qualification

Proficiency in MS Word.

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