Vacancy: Associate Counsel (Commercial Litigation)
Experience Level: 4-7 Years Post-Call litigation
Location: Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Associate Counsel with a strong commercial law background to join
our firm. Applicant should be organized, smart, detail-driven, confident in Court and capable of handling
complex commercial disputes with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
● Represent clients in commercial litigation matters before various Courts and tribunals.
● Draft, review, and file pleadings, written addresses, affidavits, motions and other legal documents.
● Conduct legal research and prepare well-reasoned opinions on commercial law issues.
● Manage case files, develop litigation strategies, and provide legal advisory services.
● Attend court proceedings, client meetings, arbitration sessions and settlement negotiations.
● Interpret laws, rulings and regulations to provide accurate legal guidance.
● Liaise with external Counsel, regulatory bodies and key stakeholders where necessary.
Requirements & Qualifications
● LL.B and B.L from accredited institutions.
● 4-7 years post-call litigation experience, with proven expertise in commercial law.
● Strong understanding of commercial transactions, contract disputes, regulatory compliance and
corporate litigation.
● Demonstrated ability to draft high-quality legal documents and manage cases independently.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Strong advocacy and Courtroom presentation skills.
● Ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines and multitask effectively.
● High level of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.
● A polished and well-groomed appearance and presence is required and an added advantage
Preferred Skills
● Experience with arbitration or alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
● Research proficiency and strong analytical ability.
● Client-facing skills and the ability to maintain strong professional relationships.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and a short cover letter to litigationjobs2026@gmail.com with
the subject line: “Application – Associate Counsel (Commercial Law)”.