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15 November 2026, 11:59 PM WAT
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Job Description
Job Descriptions
- Manage litigation matters from inception through trial and, where necessary, appeal.
- Conduct human rights and public interest litigation, including matters involving the enforcement of fundamental rights and access to justice.
- Handle banking, debt recovery, contractual and other commercial disputes.
- Draft pleadings, applications, written addresses, legal opinions, and other court processes.
- Conduct legal research, develop litigation strategies, prepare witnesses and evidence, and present cases in court.
- Advise clients on litigation risks, available remedies, and dispute resolution strategies.
- Manage case files, monitor court processes and deadlines, and provide timely reports on the progress of matters.
- Identify opportunities for strategic litigation and contribute to the firm’s public interest and pro bono initiatives.
Requirements
Requirements
- Be a qualified legal practitioner called to the Nigerian Bar, with at least 4–5 years’ post-call experience in litigation.
- Have demonstrable experience handling human rights, public interest, banking and/or commercial litigation.
- Have personally conducted cases through trial. Experience limited to drafting processes, attending court, or assisting senior counsel will not be sufficient.
- Have a sound working knowledge of Nigerian court procedures, evidence, litigation strategy and trial practice.
- Demonstrate strong legal research, drafting, analytical and oral advocacy skills.
- Be able to independently manage cases, exercise sound judgment and take responsibility for litigation outcomes.
- Have a genuine passion for litigation, human rights and the role of the law in protecting individuals and advancing the public interest.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
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