Junior Lawyer at TheJobMag

My Cilent is a law firm located in Yaba. They are looking to recruit two young lawyers who meet the following criteria for immediate employment; 

• Called not earlier than 2019 (ie. Called between 2019 – 2021)
• Minimum of 2.1 in law school
• Minimum of 2.2 in university
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
• Natural leader who displays sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Location of firm: Yaba 
Compensation: 90k

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The responsibilities  will include;

• Attending meeting with clients and taking instructions
• Keeping up to date with changes in the law
• Representing clients in court.
• Monitoring legal risk in documentation and giving guidance on the acceptable assumption of risk.
• Interpreting laws, rulings and regulations for natural and juristic persons.
• Conducting legal research and gathering evidence.
• Ensuring that appropriate approvals are in place before documents are executed.
• Explaining the law and giving legal advice.
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, deeds and other legal documents.
• Managing regulatory and compliance-related services.
• Facilitating innovative solutions to client problems.
• Offer legal representation to clients in court proceedings on civil or criminal matters.
• Draft pleadings, notices and make appearances in court
•  Legal research