Senior Legal Associate (Female) at Varsart Attorneys and Legal Consultants

Varsart Attorneys and Legal Consultants is a dynamic and forward-thinking legal consulting firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services and strategic advisory across a wide range of practice areas. Founded on the principles of excellence, integrity, and client-focused solutions, Varsart has established itself as a trusted partner to individuals, corporate clients, and institutions seeking dependable legal guidance and representation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Legal Associate (Female)

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Associate. 
• This role requires deep expertise in civil and commercial litigation, strong advocacy skills, and the ability to manage complex legal matters independently. 
• The ideal candidate will play a strategic role in case preparation, courtroom representation, client advisory, and mentoring junior associates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of complex civil, commercial, and corporate litigation cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct extensive legal research and draft high-quality pleadings, motions, affidavits, written addresses, and legal opinions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings at various levels (Magistrate, High Court, Court of Appeal, etc.), including trials, motions, and hearings.
• Advise clients on legal rights and obligations, litigation strategy, case viability, and potential outcomes.
• Attend pre-trial conferences, settlement negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations on behalf of clients.
• Liaise with court officials, government agencies, and external counsel when necessary.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals, providing legal guidance and support on active files.
• Ensure strict adherence to procedural rules, filing deadlines, and professional conduct standards.
• Assist in developing litigation strategy, firm policies, and contribute to business development efforts through client relationship management.
• Stay updated on recent case law, statutory amendments, and judicial trends relevant to practice areas.

Requirements & Qualifications

• LL.B and B.L. from a recognized university and law school.
• 3 - 8 years post-call experience with a strong focus on litigation.
• Proven record of courtroom appearances and successful case outcomes.
• Excellent oral and written advocacy, legal drafting, and case analysis skills.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle high-pressure environments and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong leadership, team coordination, and client relationship skills.

Desirable Attributes:

• Membership of additional professional legal associations.
• Knowledge or experience in arbitration, mediation, or other ADR mechanisms.
• A client-first mindset with a results-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice management tools.

Salary
N200,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
21st April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@foundationhrmanager.com using "Senior Legal Associate" as the subject of the mail.