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Bolton White Group

Job DescriptionsLegal Compliance & AdvisoryContract ManagementCorporate governance & Regulatory AffairsLitigation & Dispute ResolutionRisk ManagementIntellectual Property & Data ProtectionEmployment & Labor Law Compliance.

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AELEX

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Lagos
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Manager, ITTS-Advisory

Ernst & Young

Job DescriptionsCoordinate teams of professional staff on various international tax projects.Managing operations relating to projects, ensuring assignments are completed in line with the Firm’s criteria around quality & risk management, engagement economics and cash collection.Lead teams to provide various international tax services ranging from cross cross-border tax advisory, tax restructuring services, tax due diligence services and regulatory services such as, processing of National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP) and Pioneer Status Incentive approvals.Apply sound knowledge and understanding of the local tax laws, double tax treaties and international tax laws in projects.Manage relationships with clients, regulators, and other external parties.Adopt quality project management strategies to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.Monitor project progress, manage resources, and escalate any challenges that arise to ensure successful project outcomes to leadership.Stay updated on changes in local and international tax laws and regulations and communicate the implications to clients.Supervise, coach and invest in training and development of younger team members.

Lagos
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Marconi.NG EPC Limited

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Rivers
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Associate – Insolvency

AELEX

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Lagos
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AELEX

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Lagos
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New Dawn Microfinance Bank Limited

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Akwa Ibom
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The Silence That Kills: Why Lawyers Don't Talk About Mental Health (And What To Do About It)
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The Silence That Kills: Why Lawyers Don't Talk About Mental Health (And What To Do About It)

There is a particular feeling that Nigerian lawyers know well, even if they have never put a name to it. It arrives on Sunday evening, somewhere between the last hour of rest and the moment the week begins again. You are not at the office but your mind already is, running through the briefs you did not finish, the client who called three times on Friday, the matter that is set for Monday and has more holes in it than you would like to admit. You are not resting. You stopped being able to rest a while ago, and somewhere along the way, you accepted that as normal.This article is about that acceptance, and why it is costing lawyers in Nigeria more than most of them realise.The legal profession in Nigeria has a serious and largely unspoken mental health problem. This is not a secret to anyone inside the profession, which is precisely what makes the silence so striking. Lawyers are aware that the work is grinding, that the culture is brutal in places, that something is often not right. They know it and they stay quiet, and the staying quiet is not an accident. It is a professional calculation, one that makes complete sense in the short term and causes serious harm over time.The logic runs like this: your reputation for composure and competence is, in many ways, your most valuable professional asset. A litigator who cannot hold themselves together in court loses credibility. A corporate associate who admits to struggling gets quietly moved off the important matters. An in-house counsel who tells the CEO they are overwhelmed stops being the person the CEO calls first. The professional cost of appearing vulnerable is concrete and arrives quickly. The cost of staying silent feels abstract and distant. So lawyers choose the silence, and the debt accumulates.What makes this conversation particularly difficult in Nigeria is that the silence has additional reinforcement on every side.Nigerian legal culture is built on hierarchy and the expectation of endurance. Whether you are a junior associate at a commercial firm in Victoria Island, a lawyer in a federal ministry drafting regulations that may or may not be read, or in-house counsel at a bank fielding calls from the trading desk at all hours, the unspoken expectation is the same: absorb it, deliver, and do not make your difficulties someone else's problem. Telling a principal or a head of department that you are struggling is not a neutral disclosure in that environment. It is a risk, and most lawyers have already done the cost-benefit analysis and decided against it.The problem is also invisible to many of the people it affects, because the image of the struggling lawyer is almost always the litigator, the barrister in court with a troubled case and a difficult client. This leaves out an enormous part of the profession. The corporate lawyer billing eighteen-hour days on a transaction that keeps restructuring does not see himself in that image. The bank's head of legal who has not taken an uninterrupted holiday in four years does not see herself. The government lawyer who is technically protected by civil service rules and practically ignored by everyone above her does not feel entitled to the language of professional suffering because, from the outside, her job looks stable. These lawyers are not exempt from the problem. They are simply not in the conversation, and so they conclude, wrongly, that the problem is not theirs.The numbers tell a different story. A 2016 study involving nearly 13,000 lawyers found that 28 percent met criteria for depression and 19 percent for anxiety. The International Bar Association, following a global survey of legal professionals, found that one in ten young lawyers had experienced suicidal thoughts, not burnout, not job dissatisfaction, suicidal thoughts. No equivalent Nigerian study exists, which is itself significant. It is not that the problem is absent here. It is that it has not been made visible enough for anyone to study.There is also something particular about how lawyers process their own distress that makes it harder to catch. Lawyers are trained to argue, to build the strongest possible case for a position and dismantle challenges to it. When confronted with the possibility that they are not well, most lawyers will immediately begin making the counter-argument. They will point to their output as evidence of their stability. They will note, accurately, that others in the profession have it harder. They will reframe chronic anxiety as professionalism, insomnia as dedication, emotional flatness as maturity. They will build a persuasive case for their own wellness and, because they are skilled at what they do, they will find it convincing. This is not ordinary self-deception. It is a professional ability deployed in exactly the wrong direction.Knowing this, what do you actually do?The first and least comfortable step is being precise about what you are experiencing. Saying "I am tired" when what you mean is "I have not felt like myself in six months and I am drinking more than I should to take the edge off professional anxiety" is a failure of the precision that lawyers apply to everything else in their work. Name what is actually happening, because until you do, you cannot address it.It also helps to be clear about the difference between occupational pressure and genuine psychological crisis. Pressure is a feature of legal work and it is not going away. Crisis looks different: a persistent low mood that does not lift with rest or time away, meaningful changes in how you sleep or eat, withdrawing from people who matter to you, thoughts of harming yourself. Those things are not a harder version of stress. They require professional attention, and they require it now rather than after the next deal or the end of the court term.Accessing that professional attention is more realistic than many lawyers assume. Organisations like Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative connects people to mental health professionals across the country. Private therapists with experience in high-pressure professional environments are accessible in Lagos and Abuja, and telehealth has made geography considerably less of a barrier than it used to be. Many practitioners offer sliding-scale fees for people where cost is a genuine constraint. The barrier is rarely practical. It is almost always psychological, the same professional logic that said staying silent was the safer choice.For senior lawyers, this section is not only about the people who report to you.Seniority changes the shape of pressure, it does not remove it. Partners worry about business development, client retention, and whether the firm they built can survive a difficult year. Principals in chambers carry their own caseload on top of managing the work of others. Senior in-house counsel navigate legal risk and executive politics simultaneously with nobody above them in the legal function to offload to. And unlike junior lawyers, who at least have peers to suffer alongside, senior lawyers often struggle in genuine isolation. Admitting difficulty to a peer can feel like handing them a competitive advantage. Raising it with a junior is unthinkable. So it simply stays inside, and the years pass.If you reached seniority by enduring things you should not have had to endure, that history deserves honest reflection rather than quiet pride. Surviving a harmful environment and being strengthened by it are not the same thing, and treating them as equivalent is one of the ways that the profession reproduces its own damage across generations. Many senior lawyers are carrying weight from years of practice that they have simply become skilled at not noticing. All the practical steps in this article apply to you as much as to the junior associate you are worried about. The person who bills the most and says the least about how they are doing is not your most reliable colleague. They are your highest risk. And if that description fits you as well, it is worth sitting with that honestly.The NBA has an opportunity here that it has not yet taken seriously. Confidential, properly resourced mental health support specifically for legal professionals is not an unusual ask. Bar associations in other jurisdictions have built this infrastructure. There is no credible argument for why Nigerian lawyers should have less access to it than their counterparts elsewhere, and professional bodies that claim to represent the interests of members cannot indefinitely exclude this one.The law exists to protect people. The lawyers who practise it are not an exception to that. The ones who are most at risk right now are, in many cases, the ones who are most certain that they are doing fine. So, let's end this article by advising all lawyers: 'MAKE SURE TO PROTECT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH AT ALL COST.'

But I Don’t Want to Work in a Law Firm: What Else Can I Do with My Law Degree?
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But I Don’t Want to Work in a Law Firm: What Else Can I Do with My Law Degree?

Not every lawyer loves to argue. And not every lawyer is meant to follow the traditional route of legal practice.For the longest time, we were made to believe that once you get your law degree, the next automatic step is litigation or working as a corporate lawyer in a law firm. But that is not the only path. In fact, it is just one of many.The truth is a law degree is one of the most versatile degrees you can have. You gain skills such as critical thinking, research, negotiation, drafting, risk assessment, problem-solving which are valuable far beyond the courtroom.So if you’re asking, “What else can I do?” Here are some alternatives:1. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)You can build a career as an arbitrator, mediator, or conciliator helping parties resolve disputes without going through the long, expensive, and emotionally draining process of litigation. ADR is growing rapidly, and skilled Practitioners are in high demand. As a ADR Practitioner, you act as a neutral third party. You’ll facilitate intense negotiations between parties—ranging from family disputes to multi-million dollar commercial conflicts—to reach a settlement. This role will be a good fit for the lawyer who prefers problem-solving over fighting. It will require great emotional intelligence and high-level negotiation. 2. Corporate Governance & Company SecretaryshipThis role is the "conscience" of a corporation. While a litigator handles external disputes, a Company Secretary ensures the internal engine runs smoothly and legally. In this role, you will be advising the Board of Directors on their legal duties. You'll manage share capital changes, draft complex corporate resolutions, and ensure the company complies with the CAMA 2020 or relevant jurisdictional laws. It rewards those who are highly organized, detail-oriented, and It’s the perfect path for the lawyer who loves the intellectual challenge of the law. 3. Regulatory Compliance & Risk ManagementEvery serious organization such as banks, fintech companies, oil and gas firms, NGOs, startups etc must comply with laws and regulations. As a compliance officer (often called an in-house counsel), your job is to monitor company activities to ensure they meet the standards of government agencies. You will help businesses understand regulatory requirements, manage risk, create internal policies, and avoid legal trouble before it starts. Instead of reacting to disputes, you prevent them. Compliance professionals are especially in demand in highly regulated industries like finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and energy. It’s a stable, highly respected career path that rewards your ability to spot a red flag from a mile away.4. Policy Analysis & Government RelationsIf you’re passionate about social impact or governance, or If you have ever read a new government regulation and immediately started thinking about its loopholes or its impact on the economy, policy advisory might just be for you. Policy advisors work with government bodies, NGOs, think tank, and even International organisations, to research, draft, and analyse policies and legislation. In this field, you’ll spend your time researching new Executive Orders or legislative bills, writing position papers, and meeting with stakeholders to influence how laws are shaped before they are even passed. It utilizes your heavy research and drafting skills to impact society at scale and this path is powerful for lawyers who care about reform, development, and public interest work.5. Communications & Business DevelopmentLawyers are notoriously difficult to market to, so in this role, you’ll be creating content calendars and strategy for lawyers or their law firms. In today’s digital world, every serious brand or firm needs a strong online presence. You can leverage your legal knowledge and writing skills to create articles, newsletters, website content, and thought leadership pieces that position lawyers and firms as authorities in their field. Because you understand the language of the profession, you can write hooks that grab a High Net-worth Client's attention without offending the Rules of Professional Conduct. It’s a creative outlet for those who enjoy audience psychology and the beauty of business development.📌 Pro Tip for Your Career: > Most of the roles listed above are not found on traditional job sites. That's why we built TR Thrive to be the ultimate career hub for Nigerian lawyers.  Join the TR Thrive Community to get exclusive access to 1,000+ curated jobs, opportunities, events, scholarships and legal gigs.6. Legal Technology & OperationsThis area focuses on using technology to improve how legal work is done. It’s for lawyers who question manual processes and look for smarter, more efficient systems. You might manage digital platforms for legal professionals, help law firms use tools like AI for contract review, or work with startups building technology that improves access to justice. It’s a good fit for people who think logically, enjoy solving process problems, and like working in innovative, fast-moving environments.7. Virtual Legal AssistanceYou can provide remote support to lawyers, law firms, and even in-house legal teams by handling tasks such as document preparation, contract drafting and review, compliance checks, legal research, and case file management. With the rise of remote work and digital legal tools, many lawyers and firms now outsource parts of their legal workflow to virtual legal assistants. Virtual legal assistance can also involve managing legal calendars, preparing court filings, conducting due diligence, and supporting transactional work. It is a flexible option for lawyers who want autonomy, remote work opportunities, or the ability to work with multiple clients across different jurisdictions.8. Business ConsultingAs a (legal) business consultant, you provide expert legal guidance to businesses, startups, organizations, or even government agencies on specific legal or regulatory matters. This work can include advising on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, contract strategy, governance frameworks, policy development, risk management, and operational legal issues. Consulting often intersects with business strategy, which means you may work closely with executives, founders, and decision-makers. It allows you to apply your legal knowledge in a broader advisory role and is particularly suited for lawyers who enjoy problem-solving, strategic thinking, and working across different industries.9. AcademiaAnother meaningful path for lawyers is academia. This involves teaching law, conducting legal research, and contributing to the development of legal scholarship either in a university or at the Nigerian Law School. As a lecturer or professor, you may teach university courses, supervise research, publish journal articles, write textbooks, or participate in policy discussions and law reform initiatives. For lawyers who enjoy research, writing, and intellectual debate, academia provides an opportunity to influence the future of the legal profession while mentoring the next generation of lawyers.10. JudiciaryFor lawyers interested in public service and the administration of justice, the judiciary offers a distinguished career path. Judges are responsible for interpreting the law, resolving disputes, and ensuring that justice is applied fairly and impartially. The journey to the bench typically begins with several years of legal practice, where a lawyer builds strong professional experience and a reputation for integrity and competence. A judicial career is suited for lawyers who value fairness, critical thinking, and public responsibility. And this list is still not exhaustive. You can explore much more areas around emerging industries.There is no single “correct” way to be a lawyer, so do not limit yourself to the traditional route.The legal profession is evolving. The economy is evolving. Opportunities are expanding.If you’re ready to see what’s actually out there, you can browse the latest non-traditional legal roles on the Thrive Job Board.Your law degree can take you anywhere. You just have to be willing to see beyond the firm. Don't be afraid to step off the beaten track and build a career that actually fits your strengths.Written by: Ujunwa Jane IkeEdited by: Chimamanda Augustine

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This order is for legal services related to a domestic violence case. The scope of work will include representing the client in all legal proceedings pertaining to the case.Assessment of the facts and circumstances surrounding the domestic violence incident.Providing legal advice and guidance to the client regarding their rights and options.Drafting and filing necessary legal documents, including petitions, affidavits, and motions.Representing the client in court hearings and trials.Negotiating with opposing counsel, if applicable.

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Okay, so this is a gig and not a job. We are looking for someone to work as a foot soldier for a month, a proactive Legal Marketer Intern to support our digital operations, community engagement, and platform management. This gig is ideal for a law graduate or young lawyer who is active within the legal community and plugged into multiple lawyers’ or law students’ WhatsApp groups. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, reliable, and able to deliver consistently without excuses. It is designed for someone who can commit to light weekly hours while driving real impact.Key ResponsibilitiesShare platform updates, opportunities, and announcements across relevant lawyers’ and law students’ WhatsApp groups.Post regular content updates on the platform to maintain engagement and visibility.Support the management team with administrative and operational tasks as needed.Monitor user activities to ensure full compliance with platform rules and terms of use.Identify, report, and follow up on bugs, errors, or glitches within the platform.Assist in executing marketing campaigns targeted at the legal community.Track engagement metrics and provide periodic feedback for platform improvement.  

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