Senior Associate (Lagos)

• Lead the end -to -end management of complex litigation portfolios, developing winning legal strategies aligned with client commercial objectives.
  
• Appear as lead or co -counsel in superior courts of record and before various arbitral tribunals.
  
• Produce sophisticated legal documents, including originating processes, appellate briefs, written addresses, and comprehensive legal opinions.
  
• Proactively identify legal risks and provide strategic counsel on regulatory compliance and dispute -related exposures to minimize client liability.
  
• Act as a primary point of contact for high -net -worth individuals and corporate clients, ensuring clear communication and trust.
  
• Supervise and mentor junior associates, ensuring the highest standards of quality control and professional development within the dispute resolution team.
  

Requirements

• LL.B and B.L. (A Master’s degree in Law/LL.M or professional certifications like CIArb will be a distinct advantage)
  
• 8–10 years of post -call experience, with a heavy focus on commercial litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
  
• A proven track record of handling significant matters in superior courts, demonstrating exceptional oral advocacy and presence.
  
• The ability to distill complex legal issues into actionable, sound legal judgment.
  
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high -priority matters under tight deadlines.
  
• Unimpeachable ethics and a high level of discretion in handling sensitive legal matters.
  
  

Benefits