Associate — Litigation & Arbitration (Lagos)
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· Posted 4 days ago
Position Overview
Location:
Lagos, Nigeria 
Compensation:
₦400,000 - ₦600,000/month
Experience:
2-4 years
Position:
Associate
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
International Arbitration
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
Dec 31, 2026
Job Description
Olaniwun Ajayi LP seeks a Litigation & Arbitration Associate for the Lagos office. The firm’s disputes practice is one of the most established in Nigeria, handling high-stakes commercial litigation before the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and Federal High Court, as well as international arbitration under ICC, LCIA and ICSID rules.
Responsibilities
- Drafting court processes, arbitration submissions and legal opinions
- Appearing before Nigerian courts at all levels
- Conducting legal research on complex commercial disputes
- Assisting with international arbitration proceedings
- Managing case files and liaising with clients on litigation strategy
Requirements
- LL.B and B.L. with admission to the Nigerian Bar
- 2-4 years post-call experience in commercial litigation or arbitration
- Strong advocacy and courtroom skills
- Experience with arbitration proceedings (domestic or international) preferred
- Excellent legal writing and research abilities
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
₦400,000 - ₦600,000/month
Practice Area
International Arbitration
Position
Associate
Education Requirements
Professional degree
Experience Requirements
3 to 5 years
Bar Admission Requirements
Bar Admission Required: Yes
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Olaniwun Ajayi LP Hiring Team
Application Deadline
December 31, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
