Intellectual Property, Media & Entertainment Lawyer

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Job Overview

Location

Lagos Island, Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type

Full-Time

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Legal & Compliance

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

About the Company

We are a distinguished Business Law firm, renowned for our commitment to excellence across a spectrum of legal practice areas. Our firm is dedicated to providing top-tier legal counsel and innovative solutions to businesses. We pride ourselves on fostering a professional environment that encourages growth and recognizes outstanding legal talent. Our practice groups are staffed by highly skilled professionals who are leaders in their respective fields, ensuring clients receive unparalleled service and strategic advice. We are committed to contributing meaningfully to the legal landscape and supporting the success of our clients.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and commercially astute lawyer to join our esteemed Intellectual Property, Media & Entertainment practice group.

In this pivotal role, you will provide expert legal counsel to clients across Nigeria's vibrant and expanding creative industries. This includes advising on a comprehensive range of intellectual property and commercial matters within the film, music, digital media, and advertising sectors.

This position offers significant exposure to complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions and the invaluable opportunity to collaborate with leading legal professionals in Nigeria.

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Required Skills

Intellectual Property LawMedia LawEntertainment LawCopyright Act 2022Trademarks ActPatents and Designs ActWIPOTRIPSARIPOContent LicensingMusic PublishingDistribution AgreementsTalent RepresentationCommercial Law

Key Responsibilities

Advise clients across Nigeria's growing creative industries on a wide range of IP and commercial matters.
Handle complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions.
Work alongside leading legal minds in the field.

Qualifications

Minimum Post-Call experience between 2019 – 2021.
Prior experience in a top-tier law firm or specialized IP practice is strongly preferred.
Demonstrable experience advising clients in the music, film, media, or creative industries.
Solid understanding of Nigerian IP legislation (Copyright Act 2022, Trademarks Act, Patents and Designs Act) and relevant case law.
Familiarity with international IP frameworks (WIPO, TRIPS, ARIPO) is an advantage.
Experience with content licensing, music publishing, distribution agreements, or talent representation is a plus.

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Nigeria's burgeoning creative sector is experiencing significant growth, driving demand for specialized legal expertise. This role focuses on navigating the intricate landscape of intellectual property and media law within this dynamic market. Key technical skills include understanding copyright law, trademark registration, and digital media licensing. The position offers substantial impact by safeguarding client assets, facilitating complex commercial transactions, and contributing to the strategic growth of businesses within the entertainment and media industries, thereby enhancing overall business ROI and market leadership.