Georgetown Solicitors

*VACANCY FOR LEGAL AND ADMIN POSITIONS*

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

1. Job Title: *Junior Associate*
Location:- Ikeja, Lagos
Employment type:- Full time
Experience Length- 1-6 years post Call

*Qualification*:
1. A degree in law with minimum of Second Class upper(2:1)
2. Must be called to the Nigerian Bar with at least 2:2
3. Other professional qualifications is an added advantage.

*Job Description*
1. Proffer legal opinions and draft agreements with minimal supervision, draft and review documentation.
2. Handle trials in court under minimal supervision, offer legal representation at arbitration or mediation hearings.
3. Protecting the Firm's interests by ensuring due diligence.
4. Draft, review and manage wills, trusts, estates, contracts and deeds.
5. Fulfill other responsibilities as delegated or assigned by the Supervising Senior Associate or Partners.

2. Job Title: *Senior Associate*
Experience length:- 7-10 years post call
Location:- Ikeja, Lagos
Employment type:- Full time

*Job Qualification*
1. A degree in law with minimum of Second Class upper(2:1)
2. Must be called to the Nigerian Bar with at least 2:2
3. Masters Degree in law and other professional qualifications is an added advantage.

*Job Description*
1. Handle trials in all tiers of courts and argue briefs at appellate court.
2. Finding ethical solutions to legal matters.
3. Preparation and vetting of court processes.
4. Management of court cases.
5. Providing mentorship and supervisory responsibilities to junior associates and work as a team with other senior associates.
6. Maintain a regular schedule of hearings and court appearances.
7. Fulfill other responsibilities as delegated or assigned by the Supervising Partner.

*Jobs Requirement for Associates*
1. Must have soft skills and advanced knowledge in the use of technology.
2. High level of interpersonal skills sufficient to maintain effective working relationships, with colleagues and clients.
3. Concise and precise drafting skills.
4. Excellent communication skills.
5. Ability to work under pressure, determine priorities and meeting deadlines.
6. Immediate solution provider.
7. Ability to work remotely and ensure timely delivery of tasks.
8. Professional attitude and strong personal ethics.
9. Ability to travel within short notice.
10. Must be able to commute easily.

3. Job Title:- *Legal Admin Assistant*
Location:- Ikeja, Lagos
Experience Length:- 0-3 years
Experience type:- Full time

*Job Description*
1. Perform administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying and other related activities.
2. Write emails, letters and other official correspondence.
3. Implement and/or develop office procedures and record systems and;
4. Manage database entry and client files.

*Qualification and Requirement*
1. Minimum of OND/HND/B.SC
2. Experience as an administrative officer or an officer in charge of document control in a law firm or organisations is an added advantage.
3. Must be smart, articulate and proficient.
4. Must be computer literate and digital savvy.
5. Interpersonal and good communication skills.

*How to apply*
Qualified applicants for any of the positions should apply by sending a Curriculum Vitae and Cover letter to: *[email protected]* using the particular job title as the subject of the Email.

*Application Deadline*: Wednesday 30th November, 2022.

*Take notice* that only qualified candidates would be shortlisted for interview.

ACCORD
A settlement agreed upon between the parties in a lawsuit for something other than what is claimed to be due, and which bars subsequent actions on the claim.

For example, in a claim over a house, a party may agree to pay another a certain amount of money to settle the claim over the house.