Junior Attorney

Job Summary:

The Junior Attorney is responsible for providing legal support to departments and branches through legal research, preparation of legal documents, case handling, and representation of the organization before courts and judicial bodies. The role supports legal compliance and assists in protecting the organization’s interests through effective legal processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Render legal advice to departments and branches by examining court orders, decisions, legal instruments, and legal correspondences.
• Prepare statements of claim and defence, declarations for affidavits, and memoranda of appeal.
• Prepare legal notices to be served to defaulters.
• Serve court summons and foreclosure notices to defaulters.
• Represent the bank in litigations, hearings, and investigations before courts of law and other judicial bodies for cases instituted by or against the Bank.
• Request and obtain up-to-date statements of account of defaulting borrowers from branches.
• Support legal documentation, case follow-up, and reporting activities.

Educational Qualification:

• Graduates of years 2024 & 2025 G.C. with LLB in Law.

Experience:

• No prior work experience is required.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Basic understanding of legal principles and procedures.
• Strong analytical and legal reasoning skills.
• Good legal drafting and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.

Skills Required:

• Legal / Law