Senior Lawyer - Litigation & Dispute Resolution at Alan & Grant
Job Title: Senior Lawyer - Litigation & Dispute Resolution at Alan & Grant
Date Posted: 4th June, 2026.
Expiry Date: N/A
About the Job
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex litigation matters, representing clients before superior courts and tribunals, advising clients on contentious legal issues, and supporting the growth and strategic objectives of the practice group. The role requires excellent advocacy skills, sound legal judgment, strong drafting abilities, and the capacity to independently manage high-value and sensitive disputes from inception to conclusion.
Your Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Litigation & Courtroom Advocacy
Handle and manage complex litigation matters before trial and appellate courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies
Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitrations, mediations, and other dispute resolution forums
Develop litigation strategies and provide sound legal opinions on contentious matters
Legal Drafting & Documentation
Draft and review originating processes, pleadings, motions, affidavits, written addresses, briefs of argument, appellate processes, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
Prepare legal opinions, case analyses, and advisory memoranda for clients and management
Ensure accuracy, technical soundness, and compliance with applicable laws, procedural rules, and court requirements
Client Advisory & Relationship Management
Provide strategic legal advice to clients on dispute prevention, risk exposure, and litigation management
Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and timely updates on case progress
Attend client meetings, strategy sessions, and negotiations
Team Leadership & Supervision
Supervise, mentor, and support junior associates and litigation support staff
Review work prepared by junior lawyers to ensure quality and consistency
Support training and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the practice group
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Participate in mediation, conciliation, arbitration, and settlement negotiations
Advise clients on dispute resolution alternatives and settlement strategies
Draft settlement terms and negotiated resolutions where applicable
Practice Development & Firm Contribution
Contribute to the development and expansion of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice
Support legal publications, thought leadership initiatives, seminars, and professional presentations
Assist with preparation of pitches, proposals, and business development materials
The Job Requirements
Requirements
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized institution.
Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification and admission to the Nigerian Bar.
Minimum of ten (10) years post-call litigation experience.
Proven experience handling complex litigation matters before superior courts of record.