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Legal Officer

Liquid Bulk Limited

Job DescriptionsProvide for the timely preparation of agreements, legal documents and other documents in relation to the Company's businessProvide support for company secretarial functions including, preparing meeting agenda, attending and taking minutes of meetings, and following up to ensure completion of meeting action pointsLegal researchLiaise with regulatory bodies, complete and monitor applications for regulatory licenses and permitsMonitor and ensure legal, regulatory and internal policy complianceProvide support for collecting and updating legal information that affects the operations of the company to enhance the quality management system and continuous improvementLiaise with external solicitors on the execution of assigned tasksTo review legal documents on oil and gas transactions across upstream and midstream activitiesPerform any other duties as assigned.

Rivers
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Legal Counsel

Phillips Outsourcing Services Nigeria Limited

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, and negotiate legal documents and agreements.Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions.Support clients on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.Attend meetings, negotiations, and other legal proceedings as required.Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Lagos
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Legal Admin Assistant Officer

Smash Technology

Job DescriptionsProvide legal advice to management on corporate, commercial, employment, technology, and regulatory matters.Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and legal documents.Ensure contractual obligations are properly documented and enforced.Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business transactions and partnerships.Maintain an organized repository of legal documents and contracts.Support corporate governance activities and ensure adherence to company policies.Prepare board resolutions, meeting minutes, and corporate filings.Maintain statutory records and corporate documentation.Prepare legal briefs, evidence, and supporting documentation.Manage pre-litigation and dispute resolution processes, including mediation and settlement negotiations.Track ongoing legal matters and provide status updates to management.Ensure compliance with data protection, privacy, and technology-related regulations.Coordinate daily administrative operations to ensure smooth business functioning.Manage office correspondence, including emails, letters, and internal communications.Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems.

Lagos
Full Time
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Legal Manager

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB)

Job DescriptionsProvide timely, accurate, and pragmatic legal advice to business stakeholders on transactions, products, and operational matters.Ensure compliance, in both letter and spirit, with all applicable laws and regulations, including company law, securities regulation, AML, CFT, and sanctions.Proactively identify, assess, and manage legal risks at a country and business level, ensuring appropriate controls and mitigation strategies are in place.Prepare clear and insightful legal risk reports, highlighting key risks, trends, and recommended actions.Support the implementation and adherence to Group legal and risk policies, ensuring consistent application within the country.Partner closely with Risk and Compliance to strengthen legal governance and control frameworks.Engage proactively with regulators and internal governance forums to support regulatory trust, transparency, and ethical conduct.Contribute to the country perspective in Group risk governance and policy discussions.Provide legal support for transactions, products, and initiatives, ensuring risks are identified and managed appropriately.Support internal product development through the relevant product approval processes.Apply deep technical knowledge of business products to anticipate legal implications and advise the business accordingly.Ensure effective turnaround times, quality delivery, and strong legal controls in all transactional work.Manage relationships with external legal counsel, including instructing, negotiating fees, and monitoring performance.Drive cost discipline by reducing reliance on external counsel through the development of strong internal legal capability.

Lagos
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Litigator

HR-EX Consulting

Job DescriptionsManage a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception to conclusion.Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and strategic insight.Represent clients effectively in court, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution forums.Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to develop robust case strategies and provide sound advice.Provide expert legal counsel to clients on dispute resolution options, potential outcomes, and risk mitigation.Collaborate effectively with senior partners and other legal professionals within the firm to achieve optimal client outcomes.

Lagos
Full Time
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Graduate Trainee

SFS Capital Nigeria Limited

Join Our Team at SFS Capital Nigeria Limited. Are you a recent graduate passionate about building a career in Investment Management, Compliance, or Financial Control? SFS Capital Nigeria Limited is currently hiring bright, motivated individuals to join our dynamic team. If you meet the above criteria and are eager to begin a rewarding journey in the financial services industry, we would love to hear from you.

Multiple Locations
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Property Manager (Legal)

HR-Aid Consults

Job DescriptionsManage relationships with landlords, property owners, and tenants, acting on behalf of property owners in the administration of assigned properties.Attract and onboard suitable tenants through property marketing, referrals, and other approved channels.Conduct tenant screening, guarantor verification, and referral profiling.Prepare, review, and manage tenancy agreements, lease documents, and other property-related legal documentation.Examine legal issues relating to properties and projects and provide guidance to mitigate legal risks.Ensure compliance with applicable property laws, regulations, and company policies.Liaise with facility managers and service providers to ensure proper maintenance of managed properties.Investigate and resolve tenant complaints and disputes promptly and professionally.Conduct routine inspections of occupied and vacant properties.Develop and enforce occupancy policies and procedures.Prepare periodic reports on property performance, tenancy status, occupancy levels, and departmental activities.Provide Management with regular updates on all properties under the Company's management.Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient service delivery and achievement of organizational goals.

Lagos
Full Time
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Legal Officer

Bakangizo Pharmacy & Stores

Job DescriptionsProvide legal advice and support to management on corporate and commercial matters.Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance requirements.Manage litigation, disputes, and relationships with external counsel.Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks affecting the business.Support business operations with proactive legal guidance and risk assessment.Monitor changes in relevant legislation and advise management accordingly.

Abuja
Full Time
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Head Legal / Company Secretary

The Concept Group

Job DescriptionsDraft, Review, and Interpret legal documents, including contracts, service-level agreements, and transaction documents.Provide timely and practical legal advice to business units and leadership on day-to-day matters and strategic initiatives.Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions on commercial, operational, and regulatory matters.Monitor applicable laws and regulations, ensuring the company operates in compliance.Support regulatory filings, license renewals, and regulatory correspondence.Assist in implementing compliance frameworks across the group.Support litigation case management, liaising with external counsel, and ensuring timely updates and filings.Maintain a litigation tracker and assist in monitoring ongoing cases to protect the company’s interests.Monitor applicable laws and regulations, ensuring the company operates in compliance.Support regulatory filings, license renewals, and regulatory correspondence.Assist in implementing compliance frameworks across the group.Identify and assess legal risks, recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.

Lagos
Full Time
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Litigation Associate

Recruitmentbod Services Limited

Job DescriptionsHandle litigation matters from inception to conclusion with minimal supervision.Draft legal documents including briefs, pleadings, motions, and written addresses.Conduct legal research and provide sound legal opinions.Appear in court and represent clients effectively where required.Manage case files and ensure proper documentation and follow-up.Collaborate with other team members on complex legal matters.Maintain strict confidentiality of client and organisational information.

Ogun
Full Time
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Head of Recovery

Moniepoint Incorporated

Job DescriptionsDevelop and execute recovery strategies to reduce non-performing loans and bad debt provisions.Act as the primary legal strategist for the recovery department, ensuring all actions comply with financial regulations and debt collection laws.Manage high-level engagements with external stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and external counsel, to expedite the resolution of non-performing loans (NPLs).Design the recovery organisation and supervise the hiring process for recovery talentOptimise the effectiveness of the recovery team by setting clear objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).Continuously provide training to the recovery network in alignment with established recovery strategies and industry best practices.Report on recovery performance and provide insights to senior management.Collaborate with internal departments such as credit, legal, risk, and finance to align recovery efforts.

Lagos
Full Time
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HR and Legal Manager

Property Question Nigeria Limited

Job DescriptionsDeveloping and implementing human resources policies, procedures, and employee handbooks in line with Nigerian labour laws and the Company's strategic objectives.Managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, disciplinary proceedings, and offboarding.Ensuring the Company's compliance with all applicable real estate regulations, including those issued by the Corporate Affairs Commission, the Federal Inland Revenue Service, and relevant state land bureaux.Drafting, reviewing, and advising on real estate contracts, tenancy agreements, sales agreements, and service level agreements with clients and vendors.Liaising with external solicitors and regulatory bodies on matters such as property title searches, land use permits, and dispute resolution.Preparing and submitting daily, weekly, and monthly HR and legal compliance reports to senior management using Google Workspace tools.Managing employee relations, mediating workplace disputes, and ensuring a healthy organisational culture free from harassment or discrimination.Advising management on labour law updates, employee compensation structures, and risk management strategies.Maintaining confidential employee records and legal documents in an organised and secure manner.

Lagos
Full Time

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The Unspoken Career Mistakes Law Students Make in Their Final Year
Career Insight

The Unspoken Career Mistakes Law Students Make in Their Final Year

In your final year, the library will practically become your second home, and your supervisor will start to feel like the most important person in your life because, at this point, everything is about that 2:1 or First Class. That’s what everyone is chasing. But let me tell you something most people won’t say clearly: while you are putting all your energy into your grades, you might be ignoring the things that actually determine what happens after school.Final year is not just the end of university; it is a transition period, whether you realise it or not. This is the stage where you are expected to start positioning yourself for your career. And the mistake a lot of people make is thinking that once they get the grade, everything else will somehow fall into place. It doesn’t work like that.So if you are in your final year, you need to understand this early. These are the unspoken career mistakes you need to avoid if you don’t want to feel stuck after being called to the Bar.1. Treating the Final Year Project as Just an AssessmentLet me start with your project, because this is where a lot of people get it wrong without even realising it. Most students choose topics based on what feels easy or what has the most available materials, just so they can finish quickly and move on. But your project is one of the few chances you have to show depth in a specific area before you enter the profession. If you already have an idea of where you might be heading (whether it is corporate law, tech law, finance, or even litigation), your project should reflect that. It should not read like something done for the sake of completion; it should show that you have spent time thinking about a relevant issue. Because when you eventually sit in front of an interviewer, your project can serve as proof that you understand a particular area. 2. Ignoring Administrative Issues Until It’s Too LateThis is one mistake people don’t take seriously until it becomes a real problem. Final year is when all your records need to be clean and complete. Missing scripts, incorrect grades, unresolved fee issues, or documentation errors might seem small, but they can delay your graduation or even your admission into Law School. And the frustrating part is that these issues are often avoidable if you check early. You don’t want to be that person who has done all the hard work but is stuck because of a clerical issue from Second Year. At this stage, you need to be intentional about confirming that everything such as your results, receipts or records are in order.3. Not Building a Relationship With Your Lecturers. Most people don’t really build relationships with lecturers, they just show up, write exams, and move on. But final year is where you need to be a bit more intentional. I’m not saying become best friends with your lecturer or start doing too much. But don’t wait until you suddenly need a recommendation letter, a signature, or help with your project before you try to engage them. That’s when it becomes awkward, and sometimes they won’t even take you seriously. At the very least, be present in their class, ask sensible questions when necessary, and make sure they can recognise you beyond just your matric number. If you have a good relationship with your supervisor, use that properly. These small things matter more than people admit, especially when you need something urgent or important.4. Not Choosing Any DirectionYou don’t need to pick a niche in your final year, but you also shouldn’t be completely blank about what interests you. One mistake a lot of students make is not exploring different areas of law early enough, so when opportunities come, they have nothing clear to say. At this stage, you should have a few areas you are genuinely interested in, and it should show in your CV and conversations. Attend events, whether online or physical. Join relevant student groups or communities and take them seriously. Ask senior colleagues questions so you can understand how those areas actually work in practice. You can also go a step further by writing short articles, essays, or even LinkedIn posts on topics within those areas. It doesn’t have to be perfect, but it shows that you are thinking, learning, and engaging beyond the classroom. The goal is not to specialise too early, but for you to come across as someone who is intentional, not directionless. 5. Ignoring InternshipsI understand how demanding final year can be, and it is easy to feel like you simply do not have the time for anything else. But ignoring internships is one of those decisions that shows up later. Good grades can open doors, but they rarely carry you all the way through. At some point, someone will want to know what you can actually do beyond what you have read. Can you draft? Can you carry out proper legal research? Do you understand how work is done in practice? These are things you do not learn from textbooks alone. If you have not gained enough experience in your earlier years, then you need to be very intentional about using the school break before your final year, or even the period after your final exams but before Law School, to secure internships. That window is more important than people realise. But it only works if you start early by sending applications, reaching out, and positioning yourself before everyone else starts rushing at the same time. You can find internship opportunities targeted at law students and young lawyers on TR Thrive (https://trthrive.com/intern). Internships are where the gap between theory and practice is closed, and without them, the difference between you and someone with real experience becomes very obvious.6. Sending Weak Applications (or Not Applying at All)Some students apply for opportunities, but they don’t take the time to do it properly. Others don’t apply at all because they feel like they’re not ready. Both are mistakes that lead to the same outcome. If you’re going to apply, take it seriously. Use your CV as a working document and keep refining it. Check strong samples online to see what good CVs actually look like. Ask a senior colleague to review it and give you honest feedback. If you can, use your career centre to help you draft or improve it. You can also use tools like Thrive AI to score your CV and identify what needs to be fixed. The point is simple: don’t just send applications, send strong ones. And don’t wait until you feel ready, because that feeling rarely comes. You become ready by applying, making mistakes, learning from them, and improving. Every application teaches you something, and every rejection gives you information you can use to get better. If you’re not sure where to start, use available tools to guide you. Thrive provides CV tools and AI features that help you review and improve your CV before applying (https://trthrive.com) 7. Staying Invisible or Having No Personal Brand You might be doing everything right academically, but if nobody knows you, it limits your opportunities more than you think. And in today’s space, that “knowing you” largely happens on professional platforms like LinkedIn. Yet many students are either not on it at all or have empty, inactive profiles. The assumption is that your results will speak for you, but that’s not how it works anymore. People need to see you, what you’re learning, what you’re interested in, and what you’re building. You don’t have to post every day or turn into a content creator, but you should at least have a clear, updated profile, engage occasionally, and position yourself within the legal space. Opportunities move through visibility. Someone comes across your profile, sees your interests, remembers your name, or reaches out. If you’re completely absent, you’re simply not in the conversation.8. Not Taking Networking SeriouslyA lot of people misunderstand networking and avoid it because it feels uncomfortable or unnecessary. But in reality, it is simply about building relationships over time. It is about asking questions, learning from people ahead of you, and staying connected to professional spaces. In the legal field, many opportunities are not publicly advertised. They move through conversations, recommendations, and relationships. So if you are not building those connections now, you are making things harder for yourself later. At the same time, don’t only focus on networking upwards. Your peers matter too. The people you are in class with, and even students in other departments, will go on to become founders, bankers, consultants, and business owners. They can become your clients or refer work to you later.9. Not Seeking Mentorship Early EnoughMany students wait until they graduate or enter the job market before they start looking for guidance, but by then, they are already playing catch-up. Mentorship is not just about someone helping you get a job; it is about having access to insight, direction, and honest feedback while you are still figuring things out. A mentor can help you avoid common mistakes, understand how the profession actually works, and make better decisions earlier. Without that kind of guidance, you are essentially navigating a complex transition on your own, and that usually makes things slower and more difficult than they need to be. The good thing is, finding a mentor is not as complicated as people think. Start with people already around you, your supervisor, a lecturer you respect, or a senior colleague from an internship. You can also reach out to lawyers on platforms like LinkedIn, but be intentional. Don’t just say “please mentor me.” Ask specific questions, show genuine interest in what they do, and build the relationship gradually. Mentorship does not always start formally. Sometimes it begins with simple conversations and consistent learning.10. Underestimating How Competitive the Legal Market IsA lot of students assume that once they graduate and get called to the Bar, opportunities will naturally follow. But the reality is very different. Every year, thousands of law graduates are entering the same market, applying for the same roles, often with similar qualifications. What this means is that doing the normal things is no longer enough. Having a good grade, attending classes, and finishing your degree is expected. It is the baseline. The people who stand out are the ones who have gone beyond that by gaining experience, building relationships, developing skills, and being intentional about their career early. If you underestimate how competitive the space is, you will likely underprepare. And by the time you realise it, others who started earlier have already positioned themselves ahead. “The Legal Market is Competitive” and understanding this early should push you to take your final year more seriously and make better use of the time you have.Final ThoughtsAt the end of the day, final year is not just about finishing school. It is about what you are doing while you are finishing. Two students can graduate with the same result and end up in completely different positions, and most of the time, the difference comes down to the choices they made during this period. So as much as your grades matter, they are not enough on their own, you need to be equally intentional about everything else you are building alongside them.📌 Pro Tip: Don’t try to figure everything out on your own. Use TR Thrive (https://trthrive.com) to get exclusive access to 1,000+ curated jobs, internships, events, and career tools designed specifically for you.Written by: Chimamanda Augustine

Justice Should Not Be a Privilege: Platforms and Organizations Expanding Free Legal Access in Nigeria
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Justice Should Not Be a Privilege: Platforms and Organizations Expanding Free Legal Access in Nigeria

Every year, millions of Nigerians face legal problems ranging from land disputes to domestic violence, wrongful arrests, or tenancy issues. However, for most people, getting proper legal help feels completely out of reach. A report by HiiL Justice Needs and Satisfaction that about 81% of Nigerians experience at least one serious legal problem in a year. Yet, only 5% of these people actually turned to a lawyer. This gap is massive. In Nigeria, legal fees can range from #100,000 to as much as half a million to initiate a case, and for an average Nigerian, this is not affordable.To make things worse, the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, the government body set up to provide free legal services to those who cannot afford it is severely underfunded and overstretched. In 2024, it handled just over 7,000 cases across an entire country of over 200 million people. This shows that this number is just a drop in the ocean. The result of this little number is that thousands of people remain without a lawyer and neither cannot afford to get access to one. Consequently, many of these people sit in detention, families lose their properties, and victims of abuse suffer in silence because they cannot afford representation. As of 2025, report shows that about 67% of Nigeria’s prison population, and more than 53,000 are still awaiting trial and many of these people are without any legal support. Access to justice remains a major challenge in Nigeria. In response, a growing number of platforms and organizations are working to bridge this gap by providing legal information, connecting people with lawyers, and advocating for vulnerable communities.These actors can broadly be grouped into three categories: 1) LegalTech/Justice Tech Platforms 2) Non-non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) and;3) Governmental institutionsLegalTech / Justice Tech PlatformsLegalTech and Justice Tech platforms leverage technology to make legal services, legal information, and legal assistance more accessible to the public. These platforms help simplify legal processes and reduce barriers that prevent individuals from seeking legal support. Below are four LegalTech and JusticeTech platforms where you can access free legal help in Nigeria.1. TR Thrive TR Thrive is one of the most accessible legal aid platforms in Nigeria right now. It connects everyday Nigerians with top and accessible lawyers who are ready to offer pro bono (free) legal services to those who need them. A notable mention is that the platform costs absolutely nothing. Therefore, whether you are dealing with a landlord dispute, a workplace issue, a family matter, or whatever the issue could be, TR Thrive is your go-to place to seek help. TR Thrive makes it easy to get real legal assistance without worrying about how much it will cost. Also, the platform is built with the ordinary person in mind; hence, no complicated process and no hidden fees, just access to qualified lawyers who are genuinely willing to help. To access free legal services, you only need to post an order, type in your request, and you are good to go. Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) Non-governmental organizations also play a critical role in improving access to justice in Nigeria. Many NGOs work directly with vulnerable communities by providing legal aid, advocacy, and public education initiatives. Their work often focuses on protecting human rights, addressing systemic injustice, and supporting individuals who may otherwise lack access to legal representation. Here are some of these NGOs: 1. Hope Behind Bars Africa Hope Behind Bars Africa is a non-profit organization dedicated to criminal justice reform and the protection of detainees’ rights. The organization works to secure the release of individuals who have been wrongfully detained or held in prolonged pretrial detention. Through legal intervention and advocacy, it seeks to address systemic problems within Nigeria’s criminal justice system. Hope Behind Bars Africa is an organization you turn to if you or someone you know is being wrongfully detained or stuck in prolonged pretrial detention. They focus on criminal justice reform and work to secure the release of people whose rights have been violated within the system. If you are dealing with unlawful detention or know someone in that situation, they can step in through legal intervention and advocacy to push for justice. To contact Hope Behind Bars, you can visit their website: https://hopebehindbarsafrica.org or through their phone number: +234 8087176140 2. Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative The Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative (REJA) focuses on legal empowerment and access to justice for marginalized communities. The organization provides legal assistance, rights awareness programs, and advocacy initiatives aimed at helping individuals understand and assert their rights under the law. REJA is focused on helping you understand and assert your rights, especially if you are part of a marginalized or underserved community. They provide legal assistance, run awareness programs, and advocate on issues affecting access to justice. If you are unsure about your rights or need support navigating a legal issue, they help guide you and connect you to the help you need. You can contact REJA via these means:Website: https://www.partnersnigeria.orgEmail: info@partnersnigeria.org Phone: 08091257245/09098090876 Head Office Address: Number 46, Mike Akhigbe Way, Jabi, Abuja, Nigeria  3. International Federation of Women Lawyers FIDA Nigeria is a well-known organization that provides legal support for women and children, particularly those facing discrimination, abuse, or rights violations. Through legal aid services, advocacy, and public awareness programs, FIDA works to promote gender justice and protect the rights of vulnerable populations. They provide free legal support, representation, and advocacy services. If you are in a difficult situation and need legal backing, they can help you take action while also working more broadly to promote and protect gender rights. You can contact FIDA through any of the following means: Head Office Address: Block 1, Flat 1, Ankpa Close, Ogun Street, Area 2, Garki, Abuja FIDA Email: fidanigeria@yahoo.com FIDA Phone: +234 708 849 6115 4. Legal Defence and Assistance Project (LEDAP) LEDAP is a non-governmental organization run by lawyers focused on human rights, rule of law, and good governance. They provide free legal assistance, particularly for people whose rights have been violated including cases involving unlawful detention, police brutality, and other human rights abuses. They have been active in Nigeria for many years and have observer status with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights. You can contact LEDAP via the following means.Phone: 08036913264 / +234 1 291 4123Lagos office: 11b Christ Avenue, Lekki Phase 1, LagosPort Harcourt Office Address: 2 Ezinmgbu Link Road (Last Floor), Off Stadium Road, Port HarcourtAbuja office: 4 Manzini Street, Wuse Zone 4, AbujaEmail: info@ledapnigeria.orgWebsite: https://ledapnigeria.org⁠5. Women Empowerment and Legal Aid Initiative (WELA) WELA is a non-governmental organization committed to protecting the rights of women, children, and other vulnerable persons in Nigeria. The organization provides free legal aid, legal representation, counselling, mediation, and advocacy services for individuals whose rights have been violated. WELA focuses particularly on issues such as domestic violence, sexual abuse, child welfare, denial of inheritance rights, and other forms of gender-based discrimination and abuse. Beyond legal services, the organisation also empowers women through vocational training, advocacy campaigns, and rights awareness programmes. The organisation was founded by Mrs. Funmi Falana, SAN, and has become one of the notable NGOs in Nigeria working to improve access to justice for underprivileged women and children. You can contact WELA via these means:Website: https://welaonline.org⁠Phone: 07055802420 Lagos Office: 25 Adekunle Fajuyi Way, GRA-Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria Abuja Office: 22 Mediterranean Street, Imani Estate, Off Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama District, Abuja Government Institutions 1. Legal Aid Council of Nigeria (LACON) Worthy of mention is LACON. LACON is the government's official body for free legal services. If your income is at or below the national minimum wage, you are legally entitled to their services. They handle criminal defence, civil cases, and can provide legal advice and representation. While they are underfunded and may not be able to help everyone, they are still a legitimate option especially for people who have been arrested or are facing criminal charges. You can contact LACON via the following means:Head Office Address: 22 Port Harcourt Crescent, Off Gimbiya Crescent, Area 11, Garki, Abuja Phone Numbers: 09030436616, 07031915990 Alternative Numbers: 0807 216 6972, 0705 315 9103 Email: info@legalaidcouncil.gov.ng Website: www.legalaidcouncil.gov.ng⁠ Finally, you do not have to face that legal issue alone. In fact, legal problems do not wait for you to save up enough money. Therefore, if you are going through something right now, do not assume that free legal help is beyond your reach. You can start with TR Thrive. It is free and accessible, and lawyers are willing and ready to help you.

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Apologies for the title. This gig is not technically document review but it is like a structured research and drafting gig to develop a comprehensive library of legal document templates for lawyers and the general public to adopt and customise in practice. I am looking for a well-organised, research-oriented young lawyer to curate, draft, and standardise 300 high-quality legal templates covering common practice areas.The work will involve systematic internet research, review of best practices, and drafting of clear, professionally formatted templates suitable for Nigerian legal practice. These templates are not academic samples; they are intended for practical, real-world adoption by lawyers.Templates must be logically categorised, properly titled, and written in clean legal English, with placeholders clearly indicated for easy customisation. Original drafting by the performer is not necessary, it's best to get them from the internet. This is a straightforward but detail-intensive task. No litigation, court appearances, or client interaction is required.The selected lawyer will be required to:-Gather common legal documents used by Nigerians and lawyers across multiple practice areas (e.g. corporate/commercial, property, employment, debt recovery, basic litigation, compliance, etc.) including but not limited to:Agreements and contractsAffidavitsDemand letters and noticesCorporate and compliance documentsProperty-related documentsGeneral legal correspondence-Ensure templates are:Clearly structured and professionally formattedWritten in plain but accurate legal languageEasy to customise (with placeholders where appropriate)-Organise templates into logical categories and sub-categories-Deliver all templates in a zipped folder containing 200 clean, editable format (Word or equivalent) 

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