Corporate & Commercial Law
Our Corporate and Commercial Law practice is one of the firm's flagship departments, advising businesses at every stage of their lifecycle — from incorporation and shareholder agreements to mergers, acquisitions, and post-transaction integration.
We represent local and multinational corporations, privately held businesses, and government-owned enterprises in a wide range of corporate and commercial transactions, offering practical advice that balances legal compliance with commercial pragmatism.
Key Services
- Company incorporation and restructuring
- Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
- Shareholders' and investment agreements
- Corporate governance and compliance advisory
- Commercial contract drafting and review
- Due diligence and transactional support
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Led by Prof. Abugu, SAN, our Litigation department has appeared and succeeded at every level of Nigeria's court system — from High Courts and Tribunals through the Court of Appeal to the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
We handle complex civil litigation, commercial disputes, and constitutional matters with the rigour of academic preparation and the tenacity of seasoned advocates. Where appropriate, we pursue and advise on arbitration, mediation, and other alternative dispute resolution pathways.
Key Services
- Civil and commercial litigation
- International and domestic arbitration
- Mediation and negotiated settlements
- Enforcement of judgments and arbitral awards
- Injunctions and emergency relief
- Pre-litigation advisory and risk assessment
Energy & Natural Resources
Nigeria's energy sector — one of the largest in Africa — demands specialists who understand the complex interplay of international oil agreements, domestic regulation, and community relations. Our Energy & Natural Resources practice meets that demand.
We advise international oil companies, indigenous exploration companies, government agencies, and energy financiers on upstream and downstream petroleum transactions, power sector regulation, mining, and environmental compliance.
Key Services
- Oil and gas licensing and production sharing contracts
- Upstream and downstream regulatory compliance
- Power sector transactions (NERC, NNPC, NBET)
- Mining rights and concessions
- Environmental regulatory advice
- Energy-related dispute resolution
Real Property & Conveyancing
Our Real Property practice handles the full spectrum of property-related legal work in Nigeria — from title verification and due diligence through to conveyancing, leases, and mortgage financing. We advise developers, investors, financial institutions, and individuals on all aspects of real estate law.
Key Services
- Title searches and due diligence
- Conveyancing and property transactions
- Lease drafting and negotiation
- Land registration under the Land Use Act
- Real estate development agreements
- Property-related litigation and dispute resolution
Banking & Finance
Our Banking & Finance practice advises financial institutions, borrowers, and regulators on the full range of financial transactions and regulatory matters in Nigeria. Drawing on Prof. Abugu's specialist scholarship — including his treatise on Secured Credit Transactions in Nigeria — the practice combines deep doctrinal understanding with practical transactional expertise.
Key Services
- Loan documentation and syndicated lending
- Secured credit and asset financing
- CBN regulatory compliance
- Debt restructuring and workouts
- Capital markets and securities
- Banking litigation and enforcement
Intellectual Property
In the knowledge economy, protecting intellectual assets is as critical as protecting physical ones. Our IP practice provides comprehensive protection, enforcement, and licensing services for patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and other intellectual property rights under Nigerian and international law.
Key Services
- Trademark registration and prosecution
- Patent filing and management
- Copyright registration and enforcement
- IP licensing and technology transfer
- Anti-counterfeiting and brand protection
- IP litigation before the Federal High Court
Labour & Employment
Our Labour & Employment practice advises both employers and employees on the full range of workplace legal issues in Nigeria, from contract drafting and compliance to dispute resolution before the National Industrial Court.
Key Services
- Employment contract drafting and review
- Workplace policies and HR compliance
- Unfair dismissal and wrongful termination
- Industrial action and trade union relations
- Occupational health and safety advice
- National Industrial Court representation
Tax & Revenue Law
Nigeria's evolving tax landscape demands specialist advice. Our Tax & Revenue practice provides advisory, planning, and dispute resolution services for corporations and high-net-worth individuals across all major Nigerian tax regimes, including company income tax, petroleum profits tax, capital gains, and VAT.
Key Services
- Tax planning and structuring
- FIRS dispute resolution and objections
- Transfer pricing compliance
- Petroleum profits tax advisory
- Tax litigation before the Tax Appeal Tribunal
- International tax and cross-border advisory
Constitutional & Public Law
Our Constitutional & Public Law practice handles some of Nigeria's most significant public interest and constitutional cases. Led by Prof. Abugu, SAN, the team represents clients in fundamental rights enforcement, judicial review proceedings, and constitutional interpretation matters before the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal.
Key Services
- Fundamental rights enforcement
- Judicial review of administrative action
- Constitutional litigation
- Election petition representation
- Public interest litigation
- Government advisory and public law compliance
Maritime & Aviation
Nigeria's position as a major maritime nation and growing aviation market creates significant demand for specialist legal advice. Our Maritime & Aviation practice advises shipping companies, airlines, port operators, cargo owners, and insurers on all aspects of Nigerian and international maritime and aviation law.
Key Services
- Ship registration and maritime transactions
- Cargo claims and marine insurance
- Admiralty litigation and vessel arrest
- Aviation regulatory compliance (NCAA)
- Aircraft financing and leasing
- Port operations and freight forwarding