Advocate

Advocate Jobs in Lusaka – Join Brilliance Executive Management

Brilliance Executive Management invites qualified legal professionals to apply for the position of Advocate based in Lusaka, Zambia. This is a full-time opportunity for candidates seeking advocate jobs in Lusaka who possess strong litigation and corporate law experience. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing legal risks, providing expert advice, and representing clients in various legal matters.

Position Overview: Advocate Jobs in Lusaka

The Advocate will be responsible for monitoring legal risks in documentation and advising on acceptable risk assumptions. This role involves interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations for both individuals and corporate entities. The Advocate will conduct thorough legal research, gather evidence, and participate in case preparation activities such as depositions, site inspections, and discovery processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation for clients in civil and criminal court proceedings.
• Manage regulatory compliance and related legal services.
• Interview new clients and provide legal advice to existing clients.
• Support clients seeking Orders for Protection and attend relevant court hearings.
• Ensure all necessary approvals are obtained before executing legal documents.
• Explain legal principles and offer clear advice to clients.
• Represent clients at arbitration and mediation hearings.
• Draft, review, and manage wills, trusts, estates, contracts, and deeds.
• Develop innovative legal solutions tailored to client needs.
• Supervise paralegals and legal assistants, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Prepare pleadings, notices, and appear in court as directed.
• Maintain records and statistical data on clients in collaboration with legal assistants.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent written communication and public speaking abilities.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Attention to detail and high levels of focus and determination.
• Integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness in all professional dealings.
• Effective leadership and outstanding interpersonal skills.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Law from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of three years post-Bar experience with a reputable legal firm or corporate organization.
• Extensive experience in litigation and corporate law.
• Proven ability to liaise effectively with statutory and voluntary agencies.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing legal documents.
• Capacity to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Membership with the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) is mandatory.

Qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the outlined requirements should submit their CV in MS Word format along with a cover letter clearly stating salary expectations. Please send your application to jobs@bemconsult.com and copy bemconsult8@gmail.com.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. If you do not receive a response within 21 working days of the advertisement closing, please consider your application unsuccessful. Do not send certificates at this stage.

Additional Information

| | | | --- | --- | | Company | Brilliance Executive Management | | Location | Lusaka, Zambia | | Job Type | Full Time | | Job Categories | Accountancy, Legal |

How to Apply

Apply by emailing: jobs@bemconsult.com