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Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

*Championed EMTS legal department functions: Propelled the EMTS legal department bysetting strategic goals in alignment with organizational objectives. Drove key initiatives toenhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.*Provided expert counsel and risk analysis: Offered strategic counsel on legal, public policy,and regulatory matters, conducting in-depth risk/trend analyses. Supported informeddecision-making within the business by providing actionable insights.*Managed crucial company relationships: Oversaw and managed relationships withrelevant legal and regulatory agencies. Ensured adherence to compliance standards andfacilitated a proactive regulatory environment.*Led complex cross-functional projects: Led complex projects spanning legal, business, andfunctional boundaries. Successfully handled negotiation and documentation of intricateagreements, showcasing adaptability and versatility.*Handled special projects for senior management: Took charge of special projects assignedby the senior management team. Demonstrated adaptability and a results-driven approach toachieving organizational objectives.

Lagos Mainland, Lagos State, Nigeria

*Steered EMTS company secretariat: Directed activities ensuring meticulous board and board committee meetings, and maintaining flawless custody of corporate andstatutory records. Established seamless liaison with solicitors and corporate affairscommission, ensuring real-time compliance.

Nigeria

Dispute Resolution: Ensured resolution of reported disputes through internal investigation and discussion with relevant stakeholders, minimizing escalation to litigation.Litigation Management: Efficiently managed the litigation portfolio, achieving resolutions within timelines and minimizing adverse judgments against the company.Legal Advisory and Support: Provided comprehensive legal advice and support to internal stakeholders, mitigating exposure from business operations.Due Diligence and Acquisition Documentation: Offered legal advisory and support on acquisition and documentation related to property and site operations.Internal Support and Strategic Assignments: Delivered internal support and managed strategic assignments, including company secretariat, audit, corporate governance, ethics and compliance, company projects, and regulatory interfaces.

Kano, Nigeria

Providing Pro-Bono Legal Assistance: Offered free legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in Kano, delivering brief advice, counsel, and post-litigation aid.Courtroom Representation: Represented clients in courtroom and administrative proceedings, ensuring their rights and interests were upheld.Document Preparation: Prepared discovery materials, drafted pleadings, correspondence, and other essential legal documents.Investigations and Research: Conducted thorough factual investigations and legal research to support case strategies and client needs.Team Leadership: Oversaw and mentored young lawyers, NYSC members, paralegals, and administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and effective work environment.Innovative Advocacy: Advocated for clients in creative and novel ways beyond the courtroom, identifying systemic rights denials and crafting strategic legal responses.Community Collaboration: Participated in regular intake and case review meetings with community organizations to assess and address community needs.Outreach and Training: Traveled across the state to conduct workshops, information sessions, and training for community-based service and advocacy organizations.Resource Coordination: Leveraged services offered by other non-profits and government agencies to effectively serve clients.

Kano, Nigeria

Client Interviews: Conducted comprehensive interviews to understand client needs and case specifics.Court Representation: Prosecuted and defended clients' cases in court, ensuring robust legal representation.Case File Management: Managed and updated case files for both litigation and solicitor work, ensuring accuracy and organization.

Bachelor Of Laws - Llb, Law

Ll.M, Public Law