Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore is a full-service law firm with expertise in both local and international legal matters. The firm focuses on Commercial Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial Advice, Money and Capital Markets, Regulatory and Compliance Advice, Asset Recovery, Insolvency, Due Diligence and Investigation.
Based in Lagos, the firm operates across Nigeria through an extensive network of correspondent associates and works with leading law firms in Europe and the United States on a wide range of legal matters.
Job Title: Litigation Clerk
Company: Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore
Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Legal Services
Salary: N170,000 Monthly
Experience: Minimum of 5 years
The Role
The Litigation Clerk will provide high-level support to the firm’s advocates and manage the administrative and procedural aspects of litigation matters. The role involves managing case files, monitoring court deadlines and cause lists, handling court filings and supporting the litigation team in maintaining compliance with court rules and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Case File & Cause List Management
- Open new client matters and conduct comprehensive conflict checks.
- Maintain and manage physical and electronic case files accurately and efficiently.
- Manage the firm’s litigation calendar and diarise critical deadlines for filings, hearings, motions, appeals and trials.
- Monitor daily cause lists for the firm’s cases and promptly notify relevant attorneys.
Court Procedures & Filing
- Handle filing requirements and procedures for key Lagos judiciary divisions, including the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja Judicial Division and Federal High Court, Lagos.
- Prepare and file court processes, including writs, motions, originating summons, pleadings and appeals.
- Liaise with court registry staff regarding filings, assigned judges, hearing dates and other court communications.
- Ensure proper service of court processes on opposing counsel and parties.
Drafting & Documentation
- Draft, review and proofread standard court processes, correspondence and affidavits under the direction of an attorney.
- Prepare and assemble bundles of documents, exhibits and authorities for court hearings and trials.
- Manage document certification and notarisation processes as required.
Client & Counsel Liaison
- Serve as a professional point of contact for clients and provide updates on case filings and hearing dates.
- Communicate with opposing counsel’s offices on procedural matters.
- Schedule meetings, court dates and depositions where applicable.
Requirements
- Degree, HND or qualification in Paralegal Studies or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on litigation support experience in a reputable Nigerian law firm.
- Expert practical knowledge of Nigerian court rules and filing procedures in Lagos.
- Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage a high-volume caseload.
- Experience with Nigerian case management systems.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to [email protected] using “Litigation Clerk” as the subject of the email.
Application Closing Date
30th September, 2026.