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Job Description
Job Descriptions
- Prepare and draft minor court documents, including Affidavits of Service and other routine litigation documents.
- File court processes and ensure timely service of legal documents in compliance with applicable court rules and procedures.
- Maintain proper custody, organization, and accurate records of all litigation files and court documents.
- Organize, label, shelve, and maintain assignment files for easy retrieval.
- Monitor court filing deadlines, hearing dates, rulings, records of proceedings, and judgments, ensuring timely follow-up and reporting.
- Provide regular updates on case progress, court dates, and filing deadlines to Senior Associates and the Practice Manager.
- Manage the firm's litigation file room and archive, ensuring proper indexing, organization, and preservation of case files.
- Ensure the file room remains orderly, secure, and properly maintained at all times.
- Perform scanning, photocopying, printing, binding, and other document preparation tasks for court processes and legal correspondence.
- Deliver legal documents, official letters, and other correspondence to courts, clients, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders as required.
- Assist with administrative and clerical duties that support the Litigation Department.
Requirements
Requirements
- Minimum of an HND or Bachelor's Degree in any relevant discipline.
- Minimum of 4–5 years' proven experience as a Litigation Clerk in a reputable law firm.
- Good knowledge of Nigerian court filing procedures and litigation processes.
- Familiarity with court registries, filing systems, and legal documentation.
- Strong organizational and record management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and basic document management systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong sense of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- Knowledge of litigation support and court procedures.
- Strong document management and filing skills.
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced legal environment.
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