Beneresa Consulting is driven by the culture of excellence and strict adherence to global best practices; we have combined our vision with the delivery of services that exceeds customer’s expectations.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Litigation Lawyer
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- The Litigation Lawyer will represent the company in legal proceedings, manage disputes, and coordinate with external solicitors to ensure effective resolution of all litigation matters.
- The ideal candidate must possess excellent advocacy skills, strong legal research ability, and sound judgment in handling corporate and commercial disputes.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the company in court proceedings and before relevant regulatory bodies.
- Prepare and review court processes, legal pleadings, and documentation for all litigation cases.
- Liaise with external counsel to monitor and coordinate ongoing court cases.
- Advise management on potential legal exposure, dispute resolution options, and litigation risks.
- Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and defense strategies.
- Maintain comprehensive records of all litigation matters and case files.
- Attend meetings, arbitration sessions, and settlement negotiations as required.
- Provide periodic updates and reports on the status of all active and potential cases.
- Handle pre-litigation matters, including demand letters and settlement negotiations.
- Perform other legal duties as may be assigned by the Head of Legal or the Director.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in law (LL.B) and Call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L).
- Minimum of 3 - 5 years post-call experience, with a focus on civil and commercial litigation.
- Demonstrated experience handling cases at various court levels.
- Excellent legal drafting, advocacy, and analytical skills.
- In-depth knowledge of Nigerian legal procedures, corporate law, and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- High ethical standards and attention to detail.
Core Competencies:
- Advocacy and Representation Skills
- Legal Drafting and Research
- Case Management and Documentation
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Professional Integrity and Confidentiality
- Strong Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills.
Salary
N150,000 monthly (with other benifit and share profit).
Application Closing Date
30th June, 2026.
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