Expired 4 months ago
Dispute Resolution Litigation
full-time
| Junior Associate
Lagos
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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Associate to join our Litigation Practice. The successful candidate will assist in handling a broad range of contentious matters, including commercial disputes, employment matters, regulatory proceedings, debt recovery actions, and other civil litigation cases. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop advocacy skills and gain exposure to complex and high-profile disputes.
Job Details
- Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions on litigation and dispute-related matters.
- Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, written addresses, witness statements, and other court processes.
- Represent clients in court proceedings and attend hearings, case management conferences, and other litigation-related engagements.
- Assist in developing case strategies and preparing litigation plans.
- Review and analyze contracts, correspondence, and other documents relevant to disputes.
- Prepare case summaries, legal memoranda, and reports for clients and supervising partners.
- Manage litigation timelines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedural requirements.
- Participate in settlement negotiations, mediations, and other alternative dispute resolution processes where appropriate.
- Liaise with clients, external counsel, court officials, and regulatory authorities.
- Monitor developments in relevant laws and regulations and provide updates to the team.
Requirements
- LL.B degree from a recognized university and qualification to practice law.
- 3–5 years of post-qualification experience in litigation or dispute resolution.
- Strong advocacy, legal drafting, and research skills.
- Sound knowledge of civil procedure and court processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and client management skills.
- Strong sense of professionalism, ethics, and sound judgment.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive HMO (health insurance) coverage
- 13th-month salary
- Flexible hybrid work structure
- Opportunity to work with highly experienced professionals in the legal space
- Exposure, mentorship, and career growth in a top-tier professional environment
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with a diverse portfolio of international clients, broadening professional expertise and global perspective.
About Company
AELEX
<p>At AELEX, we recognise that exceptional service is only possible if we employ the right people. We therefore, aim to attract individuals with the necessary skills, aspirations and drive to excel in all areas of their lives.We are looking for lawyers with strong academic achievements, confident legal skills and excellent communication skills. AELEX offers the opportunity to further develop your legal skills while working on exciting and cutting edge issues of law. We provide training in various practice areas and a chance to continually learn from contemporaries and partners through regular networking events, training and seminars.</p>