Legal Associate at Solape Adesuyi & Associates

Solape Adesuyi & Associates is a leading firm of Solicitors, Legal Consultants, and Company Secretaries dedicated to providing timely and accurate legal advice to individuals, businesses, and organizations. We leverage our local presence, industry expertise, and global compliance standards to deliver exceptional services. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that our team remains at the forefront of legal practice to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

From start-ups to SMEs, local to foreign investments, we are committed to supporting our clients’ growth, mitigating risks, and achieving their goals.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Associate

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

• We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Legal Associate with a strong background in legal practice and corporate law to join our dynamic team.
• The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal acumen, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities
Corporate Law Practice:

• Provide legal advisory services to clients on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and company secretarial duties.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Assist in the incorporation of companies, restructuring, and corporate filings.

Legal Advisory & Representation:

• Advise clients on various legal matters, including risk management, intellectual property, and dispute resolution.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and other legal proceedings as necessary.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring timely and accurate communication of legal advice.
• Understand client goals and tailor legal solutions to their needs.

Research & Analysis:

• Conduct thorough legal research and provide actionable insights on emerging legal trends, policies, and regulations.
• Prepare detailed legal opinions, reports, and memoranda.

Compliance & Due Diligence:

• Support clients in ensuring compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct legal due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.

Continuous Learning & Development:

• Stay updated on developments in legal practice and participate in training sessions to enhance expertise.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and Call to Bar certification.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal practice, with a focus on corporate law and commercial transactions.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and legal advisory.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Deep understanding of Nigerian corporate and commercial laws, including CAMA, SEC Rules, Tax Laws, IP Laws, and sector-specific regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions or advisory matters simultaneously.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of client business models.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Leadership, mentoring, and team management capability.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and legal research platforms (e.g., LawPavilion, LexisNexis, etc.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a team of experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries.
• Professional development and training opportunities to advance your career.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Application Closing Date
19th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@solapeadesuyiassociatelaw.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.