About the Job

This position is for a Senior Principal Legal Clerk, offered on permanent and pensionable terms of service.

Responsibilities

Opening legal files.
Photocopying file documents.
Preparing and signing affidavits of service.
Compilation of legal documents for pre-trial conferencing.
Updating contractors/customers/clients and calling for documents which are in their possession if necessary.
Arranging and recording files in the legal registry and filing documents in the relevant files.
Receiving and dispatching legal correspondence.
Serving court documents.
Retrieving files and documents needed by Legal Counsel.
Keeping and communicating to counsel on the court diary.
Other duties relevant to the specialization as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

Diploma in Law or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
A minimum period of two (2) years’ relevant work experience.
Have understanding of legal processes.
Exhibited thorough understanding of legal aspects of land, public administration and devolution.
Have experience in records and file management.
Proficiency in Computer application.
Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.