Junior Associate at ECLAT HR Consulting

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will (but is not limited to):

• Perform thorough legal research on case law, statutes, and legal principles relevant to ongoing and prospective litigation matters.
• Prepare court processes including pleadings, motions, affidavits, applications, and written addresses with high accuracy.
• Attend court proceedings and represent clients effectively, particularly at the High Court level.
• Participate in client consultations, take instructions, and provide sound legal advice under supervision.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documentation is up to date and properly filed.
•  Handle day-to-day assignments including legal research, drafting of court processes, attending client meetings, and preparing reports.
•  Represent clients in litigation matters, particularly at the High Court level.
•  Prepare, review, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and legal opinions.
•  Conduct thorough legal research and remain updated on decisions from superior courts and current legislation.
•  Attend court proceedings and advocate effectively on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute actively to group tasks and strategic case planning.

Requirement

• LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) and Certificate of Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL)
• Must have 2–5 years post-call experience in core litigation.
• Strong legal drafting, research, and advocacy skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strict attention to detail
• Zero tolerance for typographical and grammatical errors
• Strong organizational skills and mandatory computer literacy

Required Competencies:

• Excellent legal drafting and legal research skills
• Strong advocacy and litigation skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills (zero tolerance for typos and grammatical errors)
•  In-depth knowledge of current case law and statutory developments
•  Highly organized, able to meet deadlines, and capable of working independently
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal skills and a teachable attitude
•  Demonstrated work ethic, responsibility, and good followership traits
•  Proficient in the use of computers and legal research tools