LITIGATION CLERK

Job Description

A reputable Law Firm in Abuja is recruiting a smart and committed Litigation Clerk to support the legal team with various administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting of minor court documentation such as Affidavit of Service.
• Filing and service of court processes and proper and safe custody and maintenance of court records in relevant files.
• Properly shelve case and assignment files.
• Deliver letters and messages.
• Undertake scanning, photocopying and binding tasks.
• Undertake the organization and indexing of all case files in the File room and Archive.
• Ensure that the file room is properly arranged and kept neat always.
• Promptly follow up on dates, rulings and judgements obtained and filing deadlines and ensure regular updates on them are sent to the Senior Associates and Practice Manager.
• Liaising and establishing good relationships with Bailiffs and Court Registrars.
• Carry out the organisation and proper indexing of the library books.
• Perform other functions as may be required.

Job Requirements:

1. Candidate must have at least an SSCE certificate.
2. Experience in this capacity for at least three years within a Law Firm.
3. Must be organized, time conscious, good in record keeping, file arrangement and proactive.
4. Word-processing and team-building skills.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the application.