• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• International Bar Association (IBA)
• Society of Construction Industry Arbitrators (SCIArb)
• Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators,(UK) (Nigeria)
• Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN)
• Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, UK
• Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
• Energy Institute, UK
• Association of International Petroleum Negotiators (AIPN)
• Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
• Capital Market Solicitors Association
• Financial Services Lawyers Association,UK
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Mr. Awodein is an astute and consummate advocate who specializes in Litigation and Commercial Law. He is widely respected for his thorough understanding of the law and his compelling arguments in the presentation of cases. He also renders consulting and business advisory services especially in Banking and Finance, Taxation, Power and Oil and Gas Transactions.

He is well-acknowledged for his legal publications and editorials and has delivered lectures and papers on a wide range of legal issues. He is also listed in the Euromoney Guide to World’s Leading Litigation Lawyers in Nigeria (2008, 2010 & 2013); The Chambers Global Guide 2010 - 2015, International Referral Global Network of Business Lawyers; International Law Office 2013; IFLR 1000 (2014); Who’s Who Legal (2015) Legal Media Group’s Expert Guide on Leading Emerging Markets Practitioners.

• Litigation
• Commercial & Civil Dispute Resolution
• Arbitration
• Banking & Finance
• Business Advisory
• Foreign Investments
• Tax & Financial Advisory

Mr. Lardner is a seasoned lawyer and pragmatic business manager who worked actively in the Banking sector for nearly 25 years. He is an ambitious and resourceful leader with proven business acumen, exceptional analytical skills and an outstanding track record of delivering cross sector business performance improvements and brings to the firm a wealth of experience of the Nigerian banking and corporate markets.

He worked at United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc. for 10 years and was at various times Head of Treasury, Head Consumer Banking and CEO, UBA Capital & Trust. Whilst heading the Treasury Group, he rebuilt the trading floor from scratch and exercised some operational oversight over the New York Office with particular reference to FDIC and Reserve Bank of New York compliance. As CEO of the bank’s then only subsidiary, UBA Capital and Trust he built a private equity portfolio. He previously worked as Treasury Head & Head Risk Management of Meridian Equity Bank; Treasury Head and Unit Head, Corporate Banking of Nigerian American Merchant Bank (NAMBL).

He is a graduate of the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University), where he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Law and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1978. He has attended several executive training programs, including the Bank of Boston (London) Credit Officer Training and the London Business School Accelerated Management Programme.

His career history speaks much to his level of experience and commitment towards ensuring clients satisfaction.

• Asset Management
• Banking & Finance
• Project Management
• Project Finance
• Private Equity
• Securities Compliance

• Over the course of the corporate banking element of his career was responsible as Primary Manager for many of the the quoted corporates and middle tier names amongst the Conglomerates, Beverage, Food products, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Packaging and Petroleum Sectors providing a wide range of financing tools to meet their requirements either alone or in syndication.
• As treasury head he was responsible for meeting all liquidity and statutory compliance requirements, manage all correspondent banking relationships, locally and internationally, as well as develop and manage profitable foreign exchange and local currency trading platforms.
• As an asset manager at UBA Plc, managed the ( then ) largest private sector portfolio with responsibility for managing the back office requirements of the various defined benefit and defined contribution schemes and optimizing their profitability. Also had the added responsibility of developing and managing the banks private equity investments in telecoms, insurance and the first Protea Group hotel in Nigeria.

Mrs. Ovonlen was admitted to the Nigeria Bar in 1989 having obtained her Bachelor of Laws Degree in 1988 from the University of Benin, Nigeria. Before joining the Firm, she worked in the very reputable and renowned Kehinde Sofola SAN & Co. and was the Managing Counsel at Pyramid Chambers, a law firm based in Port Harcourt. She is a resident partner at the Port Harcourt office.

Mrs. Ovonlen is a member of the International Federation of Female Lawyers and the Nigerian Bar Association where she has served in the Government Legislative Relations, Human Rights, Public Legal Education and the Disciplinary Committees. She is also a member of the International Bar Association (IBA).

Chima okereke has been in legal practice for 20 years. He was called to bar in 1992, worked as the legal advisor/business manager at Venus investments limited between 1993 and 1994.

Chima had previously been a Counsel with Kola Awodein & Co. from 1994 to 2000, where he garnered further experience before he joined the law firm of George & George in 2001. He was a Partner in Prima Ballium Chambers between 2003 and 2012.

He is a partner at our Abuja office and currently manages the Disputes Resolution. He is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and a Council Member/Fellow of the Society of Construction Industry Arbitrators (FSCIArb.).

Loretta Lewis is a member of the Litigation department of the firm. She is the team lead for the Port Harcourt office ardently representing the firm and supervising junior lawyers.

She began her legal career at A.O Odum & Co. and also worked in Chikwem Chambers before joining the firm. Loretta is also proficient in Company Secretarial and Legal Advisory.

Bamiyo Fatilewa is an Associate in the firm’s Corporate Commercial Department, he has special interest in Real estate and Property Law.

Bamiyo is an astute Company Secretary; regularly advising clients on mergers and acquisitions and general corporate governance issues. He is also a prolific writer.

Ezekiel is a member of the litigation department. He began his legal career at I.M Abu & Co, then proceeded to Funmi Roberts & Co and to Lumen Attorneys.

His experience cuts across handling cases involving government and commercial entities and private individuals; He is detailed and a dedicated team player.

• Barrister-at-Law (B.L), Nigerian Law School, 2015
• Bachelor of Law (LL.B), Kogi State University, 2014

• Commercial Litigation

• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN).

Aanuoluwapo is a member of the litigation department of Kola Awodein & Co. Prior to joining the firm he worked with Adedeji Adekoya & Co. and Lateef Adegbite & Co. in Lagos. He has represented both individuals, government and corporate bodies in high profile Civil and Commercial Litigations and negotiations in disputes arising from contracts, real estate, labour law, family law and administration of estates.

• Commercial Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Real Estate
• Corporate Governance and Compliance
• General Corporate Advisory, Telecommunications.

• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrator of Nigeria

• He was part of the team that advised and restructured the Compliance unit of a major conglomerate in Nigeria.
• He was part of the team of lawyers that represented some Federal Government Parastatals in various dispute resolutions ranging from tax, contract of employment, and breach of contract.

Adesoji is a resourceful lawyer with a passion for excellence. He is a member of the Litigation Team and a dedicated team member.

He began his legal career at Olujimi & Akeredolu Chambers, then proceeded to Oba Adegbite Adedoyin & Co before joining the firm. He has served as Adviser for several commercial organization and Charities.

• Masters of Law (L.L.M), University of Ibadan 2015
• Barrister-at-Law (B.L), Nigerian Law School, 2012
• Bachelor Law (LL.B), Obafemi Awolowo University, 2010

• Commercial Litigation
• General Corporate Advisory

• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)

Daisy is a member of the Litigation department in our Port Harcourt office. She began her Legal career at Domnic Okon & Co. before joining the firm. Her interests are Commercial Litigation, Research and Environmental Issues.

• Masters of Law (L.L.M), University of Lagos 2016
• Barrister-at-Law (B.L), Nigerian Law School, 2013
• Bachelor Law (LL.B), Obafemi Awolowo University, 2012

• Commercial Litigation
• Research

• International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA)
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)

Isioma Elumelu is a member of the Litigation department of the firm. She is an avid litigator who holds a law degree from Nottingham Trent University.

She is a great communicator a dedicated team player, whose calm disposition helps in appreciating, analyzing and resolving challenging legal issues.

• Commercial Litigation
• Banking & Finance

• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)

Lekan is a member of the litigation department in the Port Harcourt office. He holds a degree from Olabisi Onabanjo University where he was a dedicated member of the Law Clinic. He was given an award of excellence and the Gentleman of the Year award by the Law students' society for his activities.

His experience cuts across Commercial, Criminal Litigation and Fundamental Human Rights; in his commitment to the pursuit of Justice, Lekan served as Counsel for Legal Aid Council of Nigeria.

• Commercial Litigation
• Criminal Litigation
• Real Estate
• General Corporate Advisory

• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)

Ogechukwu began her career in Legal Practice with the firm after the completion of her National Youth Service Corps Program and is currently with the Corporate Law Practice Department of the firm while participating actively in the Firm’s Litigation activities.

She is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and has been involved in registering Companies for several Investors and obtaining necessary permits and licences for their business operations.

• Civil and Commercial Litigation
• Corporate Governance Compliance and Regulatory Advisory
• Trademarks and Product Liability
• Taxation and Financial Advisory
• Human /Childrens’ Rights and Gender Equality Advocacy