About this role
Section: About the Role Permanent Capital Ventures Limited is seeking a passionate and experienced litigation lawyer with a background in human rights, public interest, banking, and commercial disputes. The ideal candidate must be confident in court, capable of independently managing cases, and committed to protecting rights and advancing access to justice.
Section: Key Responsibilities
- Manage litigation matters from inception through trial and, where necessary, appeal.
- Handle human rights, public interest, banking, debt recovery, contractual, and commercial disputes.
- Draft pleadings, applications, written addresses, legal opinions, and other court processes.
- Conduct legal research, develop litigation strategies, prepare witnesses and evidence, and present cases in court.
- Advise clients on litigation risks, available remedies, and dispute resolution strategies.
- Manage case files, monitor court processes and deadlines, and provide timely progress reports.
- Identify opportunities for strategic litigation and contribute to public interest and pro bono initiatives.
Section: Requirements
- Must be called to the Nigerian Bar, with at least 4–5 years of post-call litigation experience.
- Demonstrable experience handling human rights, public interest, banking, and/or commercial litigation.
- Must have personally conducted cases through trial; experience limited to drafting, court attendance, or assisting senior counsel is insufficient.
- Sound knowledge of Nigerian court procedures, evidence, litigation strategy, and trial practice.
- Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to independently manage cases, exercise sound judgment, and take responsibility for litigation outcomes.
- Genuine passion for litigation, human rights, and advancing the public interest.
- Professionalism, integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.