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  • Posted: Jan 23, 2023
    Deadline: Feb 6, 2023
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    The Judiciary is an independent arm of State created to resolve legal conflicts according to law, impartially and efficiently to all persons without fear or favour, affection or ill-will. We do this by the true and proper interpretation, application and implementation of the laws of Ghana. Strategic Goals: Strengthen public trust and confidence in the Jud...
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    Legal Officer

    Duties / Responsibilities:

    He/She will assist in:

    • Preparing and filing writs, pleadings, submissions, statements of cases, witness statements and other court/legal processes both for and against the institution
    • Representing the institution in court and other fora such as the labour commission, etc, when necessary
    • Advising on cases that should be referred to the external lawyers of the institution in the discharge of their obligations to the institution
    • Advising on statutory compliances.
    • Researching and preparing leglal opinions on civil matters affecting the institution
    • Drafting and/or reviewing letters, contracts and agreements for and on behalf of the institution and monitoring legal obligations under agreements to ensure compliance
    • Assisting in the formulation, implementation and/or amendment of the institution policies
    • Providing sound legal advice for the institution and making recmmendation to management as necessary
    • Conducting research and providing opinions on internal issues
    • Causing to be maintained, a database of the status of all court matters involving the institution
    • Providing corporate secretarial services
    • Submitting reports to Line Manager as required
    • Performing other functions assigned

    Qualification Required & Experience

    • LLB/BA and BL
    • Must be on the roll of lawyers and a member of the Ghana Bar Association in good standing
    • High moral character with proven integrity
    • A Master's degree would be an advantage
    • Other advantage: Corporate Secretarial experience
    • Should be highly proficient in the use of ICT tools

    Method of Application

    Qualified applicants should apply and attch their CVs, relevant certificates and the names, addresses and contact details of 3 referees to:

    The Judicial Secretary
    Judicial Service of Ghana
    Supreme Court Administration Block
    P.O.Box 119, Accra

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