Legal Associate

Legal
Rivers State
November 13, 2025
Full Time

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Job Description

A Reputable Law Firm is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Associate

Location: Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

  • The Legal Associate will provide legal services, legal research, drafting, and client advisory services to the firm.
  • The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex legal matters.
  • With at least 3 years post-call and active practive experience, the Associate is expected to handle cases, draft legal documents, manage client’s properties and represent clients in court with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take client’s brief, conduct legal research, draft court processes and represent client in court.
  • Engage in Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms.
  • Represent clients in court and arbitration proceedings
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Engage in the registration with relevant regulatory bodies, application and renewal of legal licenses and permits.
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and other stakeholders
  • Provide advisory services to clients on regulatory, commercial, and compliance matters.
  • Engage in litigation strategy and case management.
  • Ensure proper documentation and filing of case materials.
  • Support senior lawyers/partners in complex transactions and disputes.
  • Maintain client relationships and ensure timely communication.
  • Keep up-to-date with changes in legislation, case law, and industry practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) from a recognized university and B.L.
  • Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm.
  • Strong knowledge of litigation practices, corporate/commercial law, and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research tools.

Key Competencies:

  • Problem-solving and critical thinking.
  • Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
  • Team collaboration and leadership potential.
  • Client service orientation.
  • Time management and organisational ability.

Application Closing Date
26th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: fsourcerecruit@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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