32, Ajibodu street, Karaole Estate, Ifako Ijaiye, Lagos State.
32, Ajibodu street, Karaole Estate, Ifako Ijaiye, Lagos State.
Very few transactions have no tax implications. Tax considerations will often affect and may even dictate the form of a transaction. The Firm therefore pays particular attention to the tax implications of every area of its practice in order to ensure that at all times clients are advised on the tax implications of proposed transactions or of their operations in general. The objective is to develop tax efficient structures to meet the commercial aims of clients, guide clients through compliance procedures and handle taxation disputes for clients if and when the need arises.
By virtue of our detailed knowledge of the workings and structure of the Telecommunications Industry in Nigeria our firm is poised and equipped to act for various NCC Licensed communications companies in Nigeria including the major private telephone providers. With the current explosion in Communication in Nigeria we intend to further expand our scope in this area of the Law.
We are well able to handle all litigation matters, which arise in any of the diverse areas of law including domestic law. We are also active in the area of corporate, banking and financial matters including securities, schemes of arrangement, debt recoveries and the procedures that inevitably attend corporate insolvencies.
We have a strong dispute resolution team, including litigation and arbitration. We aim to avoid litigation as much as possible, and our teams of lawyers are exceptionally good at assessing our clients risk and possible liabilities before they arise. Where litigation is unavoidable, we have an outstanding reputation for winning. Where arbitration and other forms of ADR are the best option, our clients are experience in developing problem-solving strategies situated to the individual clients commercial objectives.
We have successfully prosecuted and defended several matters in the Superior Court of record. We are fully equipped to handle both commercial disputes before the Courts of law and matters, which at the option of the client are referred to arbitration. We also offer ancillary services such as company secretarial and nominee services. The foregoing notwithstanding our objective is to remain innovative and versatile.
Our intellectual and industrial property practice encompasses the following: -Patent, trademark litigation and unfair competition. -Licensing, promotion and execution of licensing projects. -Filing applications and providing services, including consultation and management and protection, for domestic and overseas patents, trademarks and copyrights.
-Dealing with official actions such as lodging amendments, arranging interior
search and litigation opposition, invalidation cancellation and compulsory
licensing proceedings.
-Administrative appeals and proceedings.
-Legal opinions on patent and trademark validity.
-Annuity management.
With the rapid increase in the incidence of faking/imitation of goods, piracy and market competition, we anticipate continued growth in this area of practice.
The Firm is able to advice on ship finance, registration and compliance regulations in Nigeria. We have the potential to expand our practice in this area. Aviation, Shipping Law and Finance.
Our firm is widely experienced in conducting searches, investigation of individuals and corporate bodies on behalf of our diverse client base. These investigative activities are by way of conducting due diligence examinations of companies, their officers, and their legal compliance status. We have garnered considerable experience in this area having been involved in conducting legal, corporate and real estate due diligence in several privatization exercise on behalf of Core Investors in privatized entities in Nigeria.
The Firm is in a position to advise and guide prospective foreign investors on Nigerian Compliance procedures and regulatory consents and all other aspects of Nigerian Investment law and practice including Immigration matters. The Firm can structure Joint Venture projects between foreign and Nigerian entities and equally assist and guide investors seeking to divest from such companies. These tasks are considerably facilitated by our experience and knowledge of Government and its workings acquired by virtue of our intergovernmental relationships and our network of contacts within the public sector.
The Firm is dedicated to offering valuable insight, understanding and knowledge of the workings of government and its various regulatory agencies to clients. Such regulatory agencies include the Corporate Affairs Commission, Securities and Exchange Commission, National Broadcasting Commission, Nigerian Communications Commission and the Bureau of Public Enterprises
The Insurance sector in Nigeria is witnessing changes and developments. Our lawyers have indepth local knowledge and experience in this industry.
We advise on all types of risks and claims, including:
-Corporate Insurance claims and transactions.
-Corporate Liability.
-Professional Liability.
-Constructions risks.
-Mergers and Acquisitions.
-Insurance, Insolvency & Restructuring.
-Capital market transactions.
-Joint Ventures.
-Issues of convertible bonds
The CBN regulates and supervises all components of the Nigerian Financial Sectors, including Investment Companies, Insurance, the Nigerian Stock Exchange and the specialized Financial Service Providers. We advise on licensing, regulating issues, structured and project finance.
The Firm can structure and prepare a variety of agreements, financial and other documentation for single or multi-currency denominated facilities for Nigerian and International Companies and Banks.
Particular attention is given to the creation and perfection of securities for these financing arrangements. Considerable in-house expertise and experience has been amassed in this area of the law, equipping us to effectively represent the interests of either borrowers or lenders in these transactions.
We have the in-house competence to structure and advice on a whole range of insurance and re-insurance related matters. We advise all types of risks and claims including:
The Firm’s access to a vast and highly specialized data bank of precedents in the field of real estate, commercial property and mortgage financing ensures that clients benefit from its ability to rapidly create forms and structures to meet their diverse needs. Our extensive knowledge, understanding and goodwill within the regulatory framework enable us to process these transactions through all necessary regulatory consent procedures to completion.
Construction & Real Estate Development is one of the fastest growing industries in Nigeria. Consequently, the firm has developed a strong practice in this particular field over the last years. Today, our lawyers are able to manage projects of all sizes, from the smallest to the most complex.
Our lawyers assist and advise developers in mega projects. This work includes advising the client on administrative, environmental and constitutional issues, as well as dealing with various public authorities. As a result of the Firm’s years of experience in this area of law, our lawyers have become experts on the administrative and legal aspects of projects.
Our Client in this field come from the private sectors which include Developers, Engineers, Architects, Contractors, Financiers and Maintainers. Significantly, our clients are behind some of the most prestigious projects in Nigeria.
The key to our success in this area is our ability to work closely with our clients through all stages of a project from conception to completion. We understand that serving our clients best interests means working with them from the outset providing them with practical, cost effective advice for dispute avoidance and resolution.
As a discerning law firm that recognizes the relationship between Land/Real Estate and Commercial activities, the firm has one of the most extensive legal units dedicated solely to Real Estate in Nigeria. We have participated in various phases of conception, letting, sales, maintenance and professional management of properties in Nigeria.
Over the years, we have developed extensive competence and vast capacity in Real Estate. Our firm has succeeded in staying ahead in the delivery of qualitative Real Estate services in Nigeria by providing innovative, client-oriented and cost-effective Real Estate solutions, thereby building enduring and fulfilling relationships. This is accomplished using state of the art business tools, with the highest degree of professionalism and ethical standards, without compromising efficiency and quality service. This way, we have the distinguishing features of quicker response and turnaround time, while maintaining a constant flow of information. We are able to achieve this by working longer business hours and routinely, weekends which put us within our client’s reach.
We are well equipped with groomed and seasoned professionals versed in the property market who are competent to let and manage your properties
BENEFITS OF THE FIRM MANAGING YOUR PROPERTY
■ Higher returns on investmentEmployment & Labour Laws of Nigeria are continuously developing and changing. As a result of globalization, employment matters today normally have a cross-border and local dimension to them. Our teams of Local Expert coupled with our International lawyers provide commercially sound practical advice tailored to our clients’ individual commercial needs. We advise on all aspects of employment and labour issues form hiring, firing, HR matters, relationship breakdowns, breach of contract, conditions in the workplace, restricting and dispute resolution.
The following are some of the key arrows on which we provide advice:
The Firm is in a position to offer an all embracing range of services in the area of Company Law and such specific areas of corporate finance that impact on this law particularly the public or private issue of securities. We are able to offer guidance to companies seeking to raise capital from the capital or money markets or seeking quotation on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. We can advise structure and guide our clients through the implementation of these transactions and through a variety of business combinations, mergers, demergers and domestic or complex cross border acquisitions, divestment, capital and corporate restructuring. Guidance in this context spans governmental regulatory, corporate and shareholders compliance and approval procedures.
Energy & Environmental matters today affect almost every type of business. Our team is knowledgeable and up-to-date in this rapidly changing and constantly developing area of law. We provide advice on a broad range of issues and major transactions in this area, including :
The firm and its team is knowledgeable in drafting and advising on all aspects of supply and purchase of oil agreements.
The Economic boom in Nigeria means that as unprecedented number of business and project are being launched on a daily basis in the country. In recognition of this trend and in line with the government’s policy of effecting foreign investment, the firm has taken an active role in this specific sector, and we provide a complete service for companies and businesses of all types.
*Legal Advice on all aspect of business/project start-ups.
*Company Registration
*Business Contacts and Connections.
*Business and Office Support Services.
*Facilitating works and residency permit.
*Nominee Services.
*Trustee Services.
*Share Transfer Services.
*Corporate Securities.
*Secretarial Services.
*Registered Address.
*Translation Services.
*Trade Mark Registration.
*Agency Registration
This area of law is particularly relevant to our commercial client. Advice on these matters generally focuses on the regulations surrounding the importation and exportation of goods in the different Jurisdictions.
The regulations involve such issues as labeling, packaging, points of origin etc. Additionally, the firm offers advice on the various customs duties and tariffs, as well as the possibility of operating in existing free trade zones in the region.
The range of services currently provided by this practice in the media and entertainment area include the negotiation and drafting of all entertainment agreements, whether related to television, film, and music or otherwise. Assisting ad advising companies with respect to legal matters relating to their marketing and advertising departments.