Licensed Lawyer at Odixcity Consulting
Odixcity Consulting
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Licensed Lawyer
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Licensed Lawyer to join our growing legal team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive legal counsel, manage a diverse caseload, and represent clients with professionalism, integrity, and strategic insight. This position offers excellent opportunities for career growth.
Responsibilities
- Prepare all necessary legal documents for case filings, including briefs, motions, and other court submissions
- Schedule and conduct depositions of witnesses and expert witnesses
- Conduct comprehensive legal research, including analysis of legal principles, case law, judicial opinions, statutes, and regulatory requirements
- Apply accurate legal citation standards and conduct thorough statutory interpretation to support written analyses and legal arguments
- Ensure the accuracy and proper organization of all case files, documentation, notes, and reports
- Engage in negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes that satisfy the strategic goals of the firm while addressing client interests
- Ensure that all parties comply with court-ordered judgments and fulfill required fines or penalties
- Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, lawsuits, deeds, wills, and appeals
Requirements
- LL.B Degree and B.L from the Nigerian Law School
- First class or 2.1 certificate from the university
- Minimum of 6 months of post-call legal practice experience
- Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
- Strong knowledge of corporate law, litigation, and regulatory compliance
- Excellent legal drafting, research, and analytical skills
- Ability to represent clients effectively in court and in negotiations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively under the supervision of the Head of Legal