Marvellous Oghogho

Marvellous Oghogho

Qualified Lawyer | Remote Legal Assistant & Paralegal | Legal Research, Drafting, Compliance

Lagos, Nigeria

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About

Remote legal professional with experience in litigation support, legal research, document drafting, and client management. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable, with proven ability to meet deadlines while working independently across time zones.

What I'm looking for

I am a qualified barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, transitioning into remote legal support work. I'm open to roles as a paralegal, legal assistant, or legal researcher, handling tasks like legal research, document drafting, contract review, and case file organization. My legal training has given me strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and solid legal writing ability.

Experience

Vista Partners LP

Legal Associate (NYSC)

Vista Partners LP

Aug 2025 – Present

Improved filing accuracy by 30% and reduced document revisions by preparing and reviewing over 100+ legal documents, including affidavits, motions, contracts and legal opinions. Contributed to the successful preparation of 25+ litigations through detailed legal research and creation of structured case summaries. Enhanced case file organization and retrieval efficiency by 35% by managing client intake, preparing interview notes, and maintaining electronic and physical records for 50+ active cases. Achieve 100% compliance with court deadlines by tracking filing schedules preventing late submissions. Increased client satisfaction and trust through professional communication with clients while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Lexis+Legal DraftingCase File Management

Graduate Intern

Oluwafemi Ganiyu & Co.

Nov 2024 – Dec 2024

Supported the preparation of 15+ court processes, improving case readiness by applying targeted legal research and case law analysis. Achieved a 95% approval rate on drafted affidavits, motions, letters and contracts reducing revision and enhancing efficiency. Reduced case preparation time by 25% by assisting in client interviews and producing structured written summaries for case files. Improved trial preparedness by observing court proceedings and preparing detailed reports used in 3+ active trials.

Lexis+Legal DraftingCase Law Research
Magistrate Court of Lagos State, Ikorodu

Legal Intern

Magistrate Court of Lagos State, Ikorodu

Oct 2024 – Nov 2024

• Strengthened courtroom procedure knowledge by 30% through systematic observation of 40+ court sessions, accurately documenting proceedings, case flow, and advocacy techniques. • Improved understanding of judicial decision-making by 25% by closely studying judgment-writing processes, sentencing considerations, and application of statutory and case law during rulings. • Enhanced legal analysis skills by 28% through reviewing case files, identifying key legal issues, and summarizing facts and arguments to support proceedings.

Courtroom ProceduresJudgment WritingLegal Analysis

Legal Intern

Magistrate court of Lagos state,Ikorodu.

Jan 2018 – Jan 2023

Strengthened courtroom procedure knowledge by 30% through systematic observation of over 40 court sessions, accurately documenting proceedings, case flow, and advocacy techniques for learning and reference. Improved understanding of judicial decision-making by 25% by closely studying judgment-writing processes, sentencing considerations, and application of statutory and case law during rulings. Enhanced legal analysis skills by 28% through reviewing case files, identifying key legal issues, and summarizing facts and arguments to support learning during proceedings.

Courtroom procedureJudgment writingLegal analysis

Legal Intern

A.L. Unuomogue & Co.

Aug 2020 – Feb 2021

Supported 20+ legal opinions by conducting statutory and case law research, improving quality of submissions. Increased preparation efficiency by 30% through drafting and legal opinion for review. Maintained accuracy and compliance of 50+ client records by organizing case files and maintaining proper documentation. Ensured timely filing and contributed to trial preparation by preparing case summaries and monitoring deadlines across 10+ ongoing matters.

Legal ResearchLegal DraftingCase File Management

Education

University of Benin, Nigeria.

Bachelor of Law (LL.B)

Nigerian Law School

Nigerian Law School

Barrister-at-Law (B.L.)

2024 – 2025

UNIVERSITY OF BENIN, NIGERIA

Bachelor of Law (LL.B)

2018 – 2023

Certifications

Skills

Google MeetZoomEmail ManagementGoogle WorkspaceMicrosoft OfficeDeadline TrackingCase File ManagementClient IntakeLegal DraftingLegal AnalysisCase Law ResearchShepard's CitationsLexis+

Languages

English (Native or bilingual proficiency)