Legal Associate - Domeo Resources International HND / BA / BSc Job
2023-08-17 07:40 Law / Legal Jobs Abuja 348 viewsJob Details
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Main Function
The main purpose of this role is to conduct legal research, independently draft watertight processes such as motions, final written addresses, notices of appeal, briefs of argument and take record of proceedings.
Role Responsibilities
Prepare processes at both trial courts and appellate courts.
Proffer legal opinions and draft agreements with no supervision
Work directly with clients to schedule meetings, depositions, discovery responses, and trial preparations.
Review court judgements and draft petitions accordingly
Prepare and review legal documents ahead of court hearings
File exhibits, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel
Thorough knowledge and practical experience of election cases
Work as a team with other Senior Associates
Prepare a comprehensive brief on each case
Schedule and administer full depositions of witnesses and experts
Review discovery of documents and determine the best course of action in each case
Familiar with enforcement procedures and can take steps to enforce judgments
Perform other duties as delegated by the Managing Partner of the Law Firm
Experience / Qualification
Interested candidates should possess a BL / LLB / JD.
5 years post-call experience in a litigation firm.
Experience with pre-election and election petition cases is a major added advantage
Competencies / Skills:
Experience in writing addresses and briefs of argument
Experience with Pre-election and Election cases
Trial preparation skills
Legal Research skills
Interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships, with colleagues and clients
Excellent drafting skills
Behavioral Qualities / Other Competencies:
The ability to remain confident and assured in difficult circumstances with stamina to sustain performance, particularly when under pressure
The ability to keep abreast of developments in the legal practice
Proactive identification and elimination of inefficiencies
Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude
Strong work ethics and reliability
Remuneration
Competitive.
Application Closing Date
21st August, 2023.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@domeoresources.org using "Legal Associate" as subject of the mail.