Senior Legal Assoociate at Domeo Resources International (DRI)

Reports to: Partner of the Law Firm

Main Function

The main purpose of this role is to conduct legal research, independently draft watertight processes such as motions, final written addresses, notices of appeal, briefs of argument and take record of proceedings.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare processes at both trial courts and appellate courts.
• Proffer legal opinions and draft agreements with no supervision
• Work directly with clients to schedule meetings, depositions, discovery responses, and trial preparations.
• Review court judgements and draft petitions accordingly
• Prepare and review legal documents ahead of court hearings
• File exhibits, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel
• Thorough knowledge and practical experience of election cases
• Provide mentorship and supervisory responsibilities to junior associates and work as a team with other Senior Associates
• Prepare a comprehensive brief on each case
• Schedule and administer full depositions of witnesses and experts
• Review discovery of documents and determine the best course of action in each case
• Familiar with enforcement procedures and can take steps to enforce judgments
• Perform other duties as delegated by the Partner of the Law Firm

Competencies/Skills

• Experience in writing addresses and briefs of argument
• Exceptional trial preparation skills
• Exceptional Legal Research skills
• Interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships, with colleagues and clients
• Excellent drafting skills

Behavioural Qualities/Other Competences

• The ability to remain confident and assured in difficult circumstances with stamina to sustain performance, particularly when under pressure
• The ability to keep abreast of developments in the legal practice
• Proactive identification and elimination of inefficiencies
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude
• Strong work ethics and reliability

Experience/Qualification

• Minimum of 8 years post-call experience acquired in a reputable litigation firm.
• Experience with pre-election and election petition cases is an added advantage

Remuneration: Very competitive