Lawyer at a Commercial law firm
A progressive and client-focused commercial law firm based on the Island is currently seeking to recruit a highly motivated Associate Lawyer with experience in Insolvency law. This opportunity is ideal for legal professionals who are passionate about litigation, commercial law, and delivering exceptional legal services. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced, high-impact environment that values legal excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Work Mode: Hybrid
Role Summary:
The ideal candidate must demonstrate a deep understanding of insolvency procedures, court enforcement processes, and commercial dispute resolution. In this role, you will manage case strategy, prepare legal documents, appear in court, and guide clients through complex commercial litigation matters. You must be proactive, solution-oriented, and confident in handling technical insolvency cases with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of commercial litigation, including case strategy, discovery, and court appearances.
- Handle insolvency cases with practical knowledge of enforcement procedures and judgment execution.
- Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
- Provide mentorship and supervision to junior associates while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of commercial law developments, especially in insolvency, intellectual property litigation, product liability, and white-collar investigations.
- Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the firm’s partners.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4 to 6 years post-call experience.
- Possession of a Bripan Certificate is mandatory.
- Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective client and colleague engagement.
- Ability to interact professionally with regulators and public authorities.
- Demonstrated integrity, leadership, and commitment to the legal profession.
- Openness to continuous professional, legal, and technological development.
Remuneration:
This role offers a competitive package combining financial and non-financial benefits tailored to attract top talent.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to fill out the application form provided by the company.