Associate Counsel (Commercial Litigation) July 2026 - A law

Associate Counsel (Commercial Litigation)

A law firm

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Lagos

Experience

Mid Level

Salary

Negotiable

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Additional Details

Application Deadline

15 April 2026, 11:59 PM WAT (Expired)

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Job Description

Seeking an experienced Litigation Associate Counsel with a strong commercial law background. Applicant should be organized, smart, detail-driven, confident in Court, and capable of handling complex commercial disputes with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent clients in commercial litigation matters before various Courts and tribunals
  • Draft, review, and file pleadings, written addresses, affidavits, motions and other legal documents
  • Conduct legal research and prepare well-reasoned opinions on commercial law issues
  • Manage case files, develop litigation strategies, and provide legal advisory services
  • Attend court proceedings, client meetings, arbitration sessions and settlement negotiations
  • Interpret laws, rulings and regulations to provide accurate legal guidance
  • Liaise with external Counsel, regulatory bodies and key stakeholders where necessary

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Requirements

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • LL.B and B.L from accredited institutions
  • 4–7 years post-call litigation experience with proven expertise in commercial law
  • Strong understanding of commercial transactions, contract disputes, regulatory compliance and corporate litigation
  • Demonstrated ability to draft high-quality legal documents and manage cases independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong advocacy and Courtroom presentation skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines and multitask effectively
  • High level of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail
  • Polished and well-groomed appearance and presence

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with arbitration or alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
  • Research proficiency and strong analytical ability
  • Client-facing skills and ability to maintain strong professional relationships

How to Apply

How to Apply: Send CV and a short cover letter to litigationjobs2026@gmail.com

Subject Line: “Application – Associate Counsel”

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