KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Corporate Law
Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating corporate agreements, including mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and shareholder agreements.
Provide legal support in corporate transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Conduct due diligence for corporate transactions and advise on risk mitigation.
Offer legal advice on corporate governance, compliance matters, and corporate structuring.
Assist in drafting policies, legal opinions, and memoranda on corporate law-related matters.
Assisting in writing minutes of board meetings
Litigation Support
Assist in managing litigation cases, including research, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
Conduct legal research on case laws, statutes, and regulations to support case strategy.
Attend court hearings, trials, and depositions, and assist in trial preparation.
Coordinate with external counsel and other stakeholders during litigation proceedings.
Support in preparing witness statements, evidence collation, and discovery processes.
Provide assistance in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes, including arbitration and mediation.
Qualifications and Skills:
LL.B. from an accredited Nigerian university.
B.L. from the Nigerian Law School, with 4 years of post-call experience.
Strong knowledge of Nigerian corporate law and litigation processes.
Proven experience handling corporate transactions and managing court cases.
Excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.