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Job DescriptionsProvide comprehensive legal advice and support on corporate law, commercial law, and corporate governance matters.Manage company secretarial duties, ensuring adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements.Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, contracts, and agreements with precision and strategic insight.Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.Represent the organization in negotiations and discussions, protecting its legal and commercial interests.Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal risks, offering practical and effective solutions.

Job DescriptionsLead or support appeals involving wrongful convictions and complex legal disputes.Prepare appellate briefs, legal arguments, pleadings, and court processes.Develop litigation strategy for appellate and superior court matters.Conduct advanced legal research and legal drafting.Provide pro bono legal assistance to vulnerable and underserved individuals.Contribute to strategic litigation and justice reform initiatives.Mentor junior lawyers, interns, and legal volunteers where appropriate.Collaborate remotely with Nigerian and international legal professionals on selected legal projects.

Job DescriptionsAssist in the preparation and review of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and briefsConduct comprehensive legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedentsSupport senior attorneys in client consultations and case strategy developmentParticipate in negotiations and drafting of settlement agreementsMaintain organized records of legal documents and correspondenceStay updated on changes in legislation and industry trends relevant to our practice areas

Job DescriptionsMaintain and optimise contract lifecycle management systems (e.g. contract repository, templates, tracking tools).Manage the end-to-end contracting process: drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and coordinating execution in collaboration with stakeholders.Develop and maintain internal policies, standard operating procedures, and legal guidance documents.Support litigation and dispute resolution processes by coordinating with external counsel and internal teams.Monitor and manage legal budget and spend, including vendor coordination and invoicing.Track regulatory developments (CBN, NDIC, NITDA, NFIU, FCCPC, etc.) and advise relevant teams on implications.Coordinate timely and accurate regulatory filings, periodic returns, audit responses, and inspections.Maintain a compliance calendar and manage regulatory engagement logs.Support internal audits and compliance reviews, working closely with the Risk, Finance, and Internal Control functions.Prepare reports and presentations for internal committees (e.g. Exco, Board) and external regulators.Support with external audits including CBN, NDPR etc.Engaging regulators including CBN, FCCPC, NDPR etc.Engaging law enforcement agencies.Work with Product, Credit, and Customer Experience teams to provide operational legal guidance, particularly around new product features, terms of service, and onboarding processes.Support enterprise risk management and governance frameworks.Support with facilitating training sessions and initiatives to build a strong culture of compliance and legal awareness across teams.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, negotiate, and manage legal agreements for operations, client delivery, procurement, partnerships, investments, financing, funding, grants, and strategic initiatives, including service agreements, NDAs, MOUs, JV agreements, shareholder arrangements, vendor contracts, terms of business etc.Translate commercial, operational, product, financial, strategic requirements into clear legal documents covering obligations, approvals, rights, deliverables, risk allocation, liability, confidentiality, data protection, IP, disputes, termination, and others as applicable.Identify legal, commercial, tax, governance, regulatory, reputational, and operational risks in agreements; recommend mitigants; maintain contract registers, templates, execution records, renewal calendars, obligation trackers, approval trails, and repositories.Map and track applicable laws, trends, entities, licences, permits, filings, guidelines, circulars, standards, compliance obligations etc. to translate them into briefs, risk flags, recommendations, checklists, obligation registers, filing calendars etc.Develop and review product/service, customer/vendor, operational, and internal compliance policies, including terms and conditions, privacy notices, refund, warranty etc.Design and maintain governance frameworks and instruments, including board/advisory/committee structures, charters, shareholder agreements, terms of reference, board calendars, delegation and approval matrices, reserved matters, policies, SOPs, minutes, resolutions, and decision records.Work with HRM on organizational structures, KPIs, succession, authority levels, director/officer duties and other related matters.Build and maintain compliance frameworks, statutory calendars, approval flows, monitoring schedules, trackers, checklists, SOPs, evidence logs, reporting routines, escalation protocols, and documentation standards.Support KYC, onboarding, AML/CFT screening, sanctions checks, beneficial ownership documentation, anti-bribery controls, conflicts checks, and compliance due diligence for clients, vendors, partners, investees, and counterparties.Liaise with CAC, tax authorities, data protection regulators/DPO networks, IP authorities, standards bodies, sector regulators, certification partners, external counsel, boards, advisers, vendors, and other stakeholders under approved protocols.Prepare briefing notes, talking points, issue papers, regulator engagement notes, policy inputs, roundtable materials, post-engagement summaries, advocacy notes, sector briefings, and thought-leadership support.

Injustice Is Real (IIR) is a dynamic initiative advocating for Nigerians facing human rights violations both at home and in the diaspora. We amplify the voices of victims, champion their rights, and shine a light on injustice to drive meaningful change.Our work includes supporting cases of wrongful convictions, assisting with appeals, and working alongside legal professionals to challenge injustice and secure fair outcomes.We are looking for enthusiastic and committed Paralegals and Junior Lawyers who are eager to develop their legal skills while contributing to meaningful public interest work. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical litigation and case management experience while working alongside experienced legal practitioners. You will support appeals, legal research, case preparation, and strategic litigation projects that directly improve access to justice. Selected projects may involve collaboration with leading international law firms and justice-sector partners. Job DescriptionsConduct legal research and case analysis.Assist with evidence gathering and document management.Draft legal documents, correspondence, and case summaries.Support preparation of court processes, appeals, and legal filings.Assist with case management and legal administration.Collaborate with senior lawyers and legal volunteers on selected legal projects.Support legal clinics and other public interest initiatives where required.

Job DescriptionsPrepare and draft minor court documents, including Affidavits of Service and other routine litigation documents.File court processes and ensure timely service of legal documents in compliance with applicable court rules and procedures.Maintain proper custody, organization, and accurate records of all litigation files and court documents.Organize, label, shelve, and maintain assignment files for easy retrieval.Monitor court filing deadlines, hearing dates, rulings, records of proceedings, and judgments, ensuring timely follow-up and reporting.Provide regular updates on case progress, court dates, and filing deadlines to Senior Associates and the Practice Manager.Manage the firm's litigation file room and archive, ensuring proper indexing, organization, and preservation of case files.Ensure the file room remains orderly, secure, and properly maintained at all times.Perform scanning, photocopying, printing, binding, and other document preparation tasks for court processes and legal correspondence.Deliver legal documents, official letters, and other correspondence to courts, clients, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders as required.Assist with administrative and clerical duties that support the Litigation Department.

Join a Team That is Shaping the Future of Law.Perchstone & Graeys is growing, and we are inviting applications from exceptional Senior Lawyers (7+ years PQE) to join our team across:LitigationCorporate & CommercialEnergyFinanceIf you are ready to take on complex, high-impact work in a collaborative and excellence-driven environment, we would like to hear from you.

Job DescriptionsAssist the Company Secretary in preparing agendas, assembling board packs, and verifying documentation for Board and Committee meetings.Attend designated internal or subsidiary management committee meetings to take minutes and draft formal resolutionsTrack the implementation of action points and directives arising from Board and management meetings.Draft, review, and negotiate standard and semi complex commercial contracts, lease agreements, nondisclosure agreements (NDAs), and service level agreements (SLAs).Review developer project documents and joint venture proposals to identify legal risks and ensure alignment with institutional templates.Standardize internal contract templates across departments to accelerate business operations.Coordinate the perfection of titles, registration of charges, and documentation of land assets across various state registries.Draft and file statutory returns with corporate regulators (e.g., Corporate Affairs Commission) within specified timelines.Evaluate internal departmental operations against local statutory codes to prevent compliance breaches.Maintain the institutional litigation register, tracking updates, hearing dates, and outcomes for all active matters.Collate case materials, evidence, and briefs required by external counsels representing the organization.Conduct initial reviews of external counsel billings and fee notes against agreed engagement terms.Protect FHFL's legal and regulatory interests by ensuring all contracts, corporate actions, and legal documentation are accurate, compliant, and aligned with applicable laws and the Company's strategic objectives.Strengthen FHFL's governance and operational effectiveness by providing timely legal support, maintaining robust corporate governance processes, and ensuring statutory obligations are met without exceptions.Minimize legal and compliance risks by proactively identifying legal exposures, effectively managing litigation and external counsel, and ensuring the timely perfection of titles and regulatory filings.

Designed for 400-level law students, final-year students, recent graduates, and Pre-Law School graduates, this one-month programme offers practical legal exposure, mentorship, and hands-on learning to help bridge the gap between the classroom and practice.

Job DescriptionsHandle regulatory and compliance matters, ensuring the company's operations remain compliant with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.Manage day-to-day compliance activities, including monitoring compliance obligations, reviewing internal processes, and supporting the implementation of regulatory requirements.Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and other periodic compliance and regulatory reports for internal management and relevant regulatory authorities.Develop and deliver compliance awareness programmes and training sessions for employees and internal stakeholders to promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation.Liaise with local and regional law enforcement agencies, regulators, and other government authorities regarding investigations, regulatory enquiries, and compliance related matters.Review, coordinate, and respond to law enforcement requests, ensuring that disclosures are made appropriately and in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.Manage customer disputes and provide legal support in resolving complaints, claims, and escalated matters while mitigating legal and regulatory risk to the business.Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including service agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, non disclosure agreements, and other legal documentation.Provide legal advice to business units on operational, commercial, regulatory, and corporate matters affecting the organisation.Support the development, review, and implementation of internal legal and compliance policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.Monitor changes in applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance, assess their impact on the business, and recommend appropriate actions.Maintain accurate legal and compliance records, documentation, and regulatory correspondence.Support internal investigations and compliance reviews, ensuring appropriate documentation, escalation, and remediation where necessary.Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify legal and compliance risks and implement practical risk mitigation measures.Assist with regulatory examinations, audits, and information requests from supervisory authorities.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.Provide legal advice and support on operational, commercial, employment, regulatory, and corporate governance matters.Ensure organizational compliance with applicable laws, regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies.Support corporate governance activities, regulatory filings, and statutory compliance.Monitor changes in legislation and advise management on legal implications and business impact.Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.Support dispute resolution, litigation management, and coordinate with external counsel where necessary.Maintain accurate legal records, contracts, company filings, and documentation.Assist with policy development, review, implementation, and legal awareness initiatives across the organization.Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, reports, memoranda, and other advisory documents.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal considerations are integrated into business operations.Develop, review, negotiate, and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with customers, vendors, and strategic partners.Provide legal oversight for debt management and recovery, including drafting demand notices, negotiating settlements, and supporting recovery actions.Lead legal resolution of long-outstanding and overdue debts while ensuring compliance with applicable debt recovery laws and regulations.Review and improve debt collection, recovery, and escalation processes to optimize efficiency, reduce legal risk, and improve recoveries.Partner with Finance, Collections, and Operations teams to resolve payment disputes, enforce contractual obligations, and strengthen credit control processes.