Fresh Jobs at Olisa Agbakoba Legal

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage legal teams to deliver high-quality legal solutions.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation in Real estate and Dispute Resolution matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents.
• Oversee client relationships, ensuring their legal and strategic needs are met.
• Mentor and develop junior associates to build a cohesive and high-performing team.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations to provide proactive legal counsel.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 7 - 10 years post-call experience.
• Proven expertise in Real Estate and Dispute Resolution, and related matters.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a history of managing teams effectively.
• Prior experience working in a law firm and in a leadership position.
• Must currently reside in Lagos and be ready to start within one month.

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Roles

• Researching various corporate and commercial law topics, including regulations, case law, and industry trends.
• Assisting in the drafting, reviewing, and revising of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and transactional documents.
• Assisting senior lawyers in preparing for corporate transactions, litigation, and other legal matters. This may involve gathering evidence, preparing briefs, and conducting legal analysis.
• Interacting with clients to gather information, provide updates on legal matters, and assist with inquiries.
• Supporting senior lawyers in various corporate transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and contract negotiations.
• Assisting with document management, coordination, and administrative tasks.
• Assisting in ensuring clients’ compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Continuously developing legal skills and knowledge through training, mentorship, and practical experience.
• Collaborating with colleagues, including partners, senior associates, and other junior associates, to deliver comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements

• Minimum of Second-class Honours Degree (or its equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of post-bar experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Proven experience in Corporate Commercial, Entertainment and Media Law and related matters.
• Preference will be given to female candidates.
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite tools.
• Candidate must be a team player.
• Ability to adapt to change.