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NYSC Associate Positions

Fresh opportunities for NYSC members

  • NYSC Associate 492 views

    G. Elias & Co. (Abuja)

    Abuja Full Time
    Support a reputable Nigerian law firm as an NYSC Associate (Legal) during your National Youth Service Corps year, contributing to legal operations and client services. Conduct legal research: Analyze case law, statutes, and regulations using platforms like LawPavilion to support case preparation. Draft documents: Prepare contracts, legal opinions, and compliance documents for corporate and individual clients. Assist in litigation: Compile case files, briefs, and evidence summaries to meet court deadlines. Monitor legal trends: Track updates in Nigerian laws, including data protection and labor regulations, via online sources. Support digital processes: Manage e-filing and virtual client consultations to enhance firm efficiency. Collaborate with team: Work with senior lawyers on client matters, ensuring timely delivery of services.
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  • NYSC Associate 463 views

    Fealty Partners

    Lagos Full Time
    The NYSC Associate (Legal) role at Fealty Partners LP offers newly-graduated law professionals a structured opportunity to work within a full-service Nigerian law firm that operates at the intersection of law and business. You’ll gain hands-on experience in commercial law practice, conduct legal research, and work alongside experienced legal professionals in areas such as corporate advisory, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions. The programme also includes structured mentorship and growth opportunities in a reputable legal environment.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct legal research: Analyze case law, statutes, and regulations using platforms like LawPavilion to support case preparation.Draft documents: Prepare contracts, legal opinions, and compliance documents for corporate and individual clients.Assist in litigation: Compile case files, briefs, and evidence summaries to meet court deadlines.Monitor legal trends: Track updates in Nigerian laws, including data protection and labor regulations, via online sources.Support digital processes: Manage e-filing and virtual client consultations to enhance firm efficiency.Collaborate with team: Work with senior lawyers on client matters, ensuring timely delivery of services.
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  • NYSC Associate 504 views

    Chi-Obi Igwe & Co

    Kaduna Full Time
    Support a reputable Nigerian law firm as an NYSC Associate (Legal) during your National Youth Service Corps year, contributing to legal operations and client services. Conduct legal research: Analyze case law, statutes, and regulations using platforms like LawPavilion to support case preparation. Draft documents: Prepare contracts, legal opinions, and compliance documents for corporate and individual clients. Assist in litigation: Compile case files, briefs, and evidence summaries to meet court deadlines. Monitor legal trends: Track updates in Nigerian laws, including data protection and labor regulations, via online sources. Support digital processes: Manage e-filing and virtual client consultations to enhance firm efficiency. Collaborate with team: Work with senior lawyers on client matters, ensuring timely delivery of services.
    Rolling Basis View Details
  • NYSC Associate 285 views

    Chaman Law Firm

    Ogun Full-time
    Support a reputable Nigerian law firm as an NYSC Associate (Legal) during your National Youth Service Corps year, contributing to legal operations and client services. Conduct legal research: Analyze case law, statutes, and regulations using platforms like LawPavilion to support case preparation. Draft documents: Prepare contracts, legal opinions, and compliance documents for corporate and individual clients. Assist in litigation: Compile case files, briefs, and evidence summaries to meet court deadlines. Monitor legal trends: Track updates in Nigerian laws, including data protection and labor regulations, via online sources. Support digital processes: Manage e-filing and virtual client consultations to enhance firm efficiency. Collaborate with team: Work with senior lawyers on client matters, ensuring timely delivery of services.
    Rolling Basis View Details
  • NYSC Associate 275 views

    Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa & Co.

    Lagos Full Time
    Support a reputable Nigerian law firm as an NYSC Associate (Legal) during your National Youth Service Corps year, contributing to legal operations and client services. Conduct legal research: Analyze case law, statutes, and regulations using platforms like LawPavilion to support case preparation. Draft documents: Prepare contracts, legal opinions, and compliance documents for corporate and individual clients. Assist in litigation: Compile case files, briefs, and evidence summaries to meet court deadlines. Monitor legal trends: Track updates in Nigerian laws, including data protection and labor regulations, via online sources. Support digital processes: Manage e-filing and virtual client consultations to enhance firm efficiency. Collaborate with team: Work with senior lawyers on client matters, ensuring timely delivery of services.
    Rolling Basis View Details
  • NYSC Associate 177 views

    Lex Juris LP

    Bayelsa Full-time
    Support a reputable Nigerian law firm as an NYSC Associate (Legal) during your National Youth Service Corps year, contributing to legal operations and client services. Conduct legal research: Analyze case law, statutes, and regulations using platforms like LawPavilion to support case preparation. Draft documents: Prepare contracts, legal opinions, and compliance documents for corporate and individual clients. Assist in litigation: Compile case files, briefs, and evidence summaries to meet court deadlines. Monitor legal trends: Track updates in Nigerian laws, including data protection and labor regulations, via online sources. Support digital processes: Manage e-filing and virtual client consultations to enhance firm efficiency. Collaborate with team: Work with senior lawyers on client matters, ensuring timely delivery of services.
    Rolling Basis View Details

Legal Intern Positions

For undergraduate law students (100–500 level)

  • Legal Intern 247 views

    Ajumogobia & Okeke (Port Harcourt Office)

    Rivers Internship
    Gain hands-on experience at a reputable Nigerian law firm as a Legal Intern. This role is designed for ambitious undergraduate law students looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical legal work. You will support the legal team, assist in research, and gain valuable insight into the daily operations of a law firm. Responsibilities: Conduct Legal Research: Assist associates in analysing case law, statutes, and regulations using resources like LawPavilion and library materials to support case preparation. Draft Basic Documents: Prepare first drafts of legal memos, client letters, and case summaries under the supervision of senior lawyers. Administrative Support: Assist in organizing case files, proofreading documents, and managing data entry to ensure efficient firm operations. Monitor Legal Trends: Help track relevant updates in Nigerian legislation and news to keep the team informed. Observe & Learn: Shadow lawyers during client meetings or court sessions (where permitted) to understand advocacy and client management. Collaborate with Team: Work closely with NYSC associates and senior lawyers to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
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  • Legal Intern 78 views

    Pivot Law Associates

    Benue Internship
    Gain hands-on experience at a reputable Nigerian law firm as a Legal Intern. This role is designed for ambitious undergraduate law students looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical legal work. You will support the legal team, assist in research, and gain valuable insight into the daily operations of a law firm. Responsibilities: Conduct Legal Research: Assist associates in analysing case law, statutes, and regulations using resources like LawPavilion and library materials to support case preparation. Draft Basic Documents: Prepare first drafts of legal memos, client letters, and case summaries under the supervision of senior lawyers. Administrative Support: Assist in organizing case files, proofreading documents, and managing data entry to ensure efficient firm operations. Monitor Legal Trends: Help track relevant updates in Nigerian legislation and news to keep the team informed. Observe & Learn: Shadow lawyers during client meetings or court sessions (where permitted) to understand advocacy and client management. Collaborate with Team: Work closely with NYSC associates and senior lawyers to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
    Rolling Basis View Details
  • Legal Intern 57 views

    F.O. Akinrele & Co. (Abuja)

    Abuja Internship
    Gain hands-on experience at a reputable Nigerian law firm as a Legal Intern. This role is designed for ambitious undergraduate law students looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical legal work. You will support the legal team, assist in research, and gain valuable insight into the daily operations of a law firm. Responsibilities: Conduct Legal Research: Assist associates in analysing case law, statutes, and regulations using resources like LawPavilion and library materials to support case preparation. Draft Basic Documents: Prepare first drafts of legal memos, client letters, and case summaries under the supervision of senior lawyers. Administrative Support: Assist in organizing case files, proofreading documents, and managing data entry to ensure efficient firm operations. Monitor Legal Trends: Help track relevant updates in Nigerian legislation and news to keep the team informed. Observe & Learn: Shadow lawyers during client meetings or court sessions (where permitted) to understand advocacy and client management. Collaborate with Team: Work closely with NYSC associates and senior lawyers to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
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  • Legal Intern 83 views

    AL - MASEER Law Firm

    Bauchi Internship
    Gain hands-on experience at a reputable Nigerian law firm as a Legal Intern. This role is designed for ambitious undergraduate law students looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical legal work. You will support the legal team, assist in research, and gain valuable insight into the daily operations of a law firm. Responsibilities: Conduct Legal Research: Assist associates in analysing case law, statutes, and regulations using resources like LawPavilion and library materials to support case preparation. Draft Basic Documents: Prepare first drafts of legal memos, client letters, and case summaries under the supervision of senior lawyers. Administrative Support: Assist in organizing case files, proofreading documents, and managing data entry to ensure efficient firm operations. Monitor Legal Trends: Help track relevant updates in Nigerian legislation and news to keep the team informed. Observe & Learn: Shadow lawyers during client meetings or court sessions (where permitted) to understand advocacy and client management. Collaborate with Team: Work closely with NYSC associates and senior lawyers to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
    Rolling Basis View Details
  • Legal Intern 71 views

    C.J. Okoye Lawview & Co.

    Cross River Internship
    Gain hands-on experience at a reputable Nigerian law firm as a Legal Intern. This role is designed for ambitious undergraduate law students looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical legal work. You will support the legal team, assist in research, and gain valuable insight into the daily operations of a law firm. Responsibilities: Conduct Legal Research: Assist associates in analysing case law, statutes, and regulations using resources like LawPavilion and library materials to support case preparation. Draft Basic Documents: Prepare first drafts of legal memos, client letters, and case summaries under the supervision of senior lawyers. Administrative Support: Assist in organizing case files, proofreading documents, and managing data entry to ensure efficient firm operations. Monitor Legal Trends: Help track relevant updates in Nigerian legislation and news to keep the team informed. Observe & Learn: Shadow lawyers during client meetings or court sessions (where permitted) to understand advocacy and client management. Collaborate with Team: Work closely with NYSC associates and senior lawyers to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
    Rolling Basis View Details
  • Legal Intern 58 views

    GreyChapel Legal

    Lagos Internship
    Gain hands-on experience at a reputable Nigerian law firm as a Legal Intern. This role is designed for ambitious undergraduate law students looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical legal work. You will support the legal team, assist in research, and gain valuable insight into the daily operations of a law firm. Responsibilities: Conduct Legal Research: Assist associates in analysing case law, statutes, and regulations using resources like LawPavilion and library materials to support case preparation. Draft Basic Documents: Prepare first drafts of legal memos, client letters, and case summaries under the supervision of senior lawyers. Administrative Support: Assist in organizing case files, proofreading documents, and managing data entry to ensure efficient firm operations. Monitor Legal Trends: Help track relevant updates in Nigerian legislation and news to keep the team informed. Observe & Learn: Shadow lawyers during client meetings or court sessions (where permitted) to understand advocacy and client management. Collaborate with Team: Work closely with NYSC associates and senior lawyers to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
    Rolling Basis View Details

Archived Jobs

Past opportunities for reference

  • Archived Mar 14, 2026

    Legal Officer / Recovery Manager

    Elizabeth Maddeux Limited Lagos
    Expired Mar 30, 2026
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    Compliance Director – Office of the President

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    Expired Mar 30, 2026
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    Expired Mar 30, 2026
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    Head, Legal & Compliance

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    Expired Mar 30, 2026
  • Archived Feb 20, 2026

    Associate

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    Expired Mar 30, 2026
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    Senior Legal & Compliance Officer

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    Expired Mar 30, 2026
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