About
Early-career Legal Associate, called to the Nigerian Bar (2025), specializing in data protection, cybersecurity, and privacy law, with foundational training from the NITDA 3 Million Technical Talent Programme. Proven expertise in legal drafting, contract review, and regulatory compliance, adept at identifying legal risks and supporting corporate governance. Seeking to leverage comprehensive legal acumen and emerging tech awareness in a Compliance or Data Protection Associate role within a dynamic law firm or compliance-focused organization.
Work
Crest and Waterfall Consulting
|Associate
Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Currently serving as a Legal Associate, providing comprehensive legal advisory, drafting, and compliance support to diverse clients.
Highlights
Analyzed complex legal documents, including employment contracts, offer letters, and mortgage agreements, to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks for corporate clients.
Drafted strategic legal advisory opinions for startups and corporate clients, guiding on regulatory frameworks and business operations.
Streamlined business registration processes, facilitating the incorporation of companies, business names, and trustees in compliance with regulatory standards.
Supported critical regulatory compliance initiatives, specifically preparing documentation for high-stakes oil bloc licensing bid participation.
Successfully secured a critical regulatory waiver for the importation of industrial equipment (transformers), ensuring seamless operational continuity.
Contributed to corporate governance assessments, including comprehensive board evaluation processes, to enhance organizational transparency and accountability.
Stratagem Legal Practitioners
|Paralegal
Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Supported litigation and corporate advisory functions as a Paralegal, managing legal documentation and court processes.
Highlights
Drafted essential legal documents, including statements of defence, tenancy agreements, and powers of attorney, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance.
Managed court filings and ensured meticulous adherence to procedural requirements at the court registry, preventing delays.
Conducted in-depth legal research utilizing LawPavilion, contributing to the development of robust litigation strategies.
Provided crucial support to counsel during court proceedings and comprehensive case preparation phases.
Hilton Top Solicitors
|Virtual Legal Intern
Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Gained practical exposure to legal technology and emerging tech regulations as a Virtual Legal Intern.
Highlights
Leveraged legal productivity tools such as LawPavilion, Google Workspace, and AI-assisted research tools to enhance efficiency.
Cultivated a foundational understanding of emerging technologies including Blockchain, AI, Cybersecurity, and Data Privacy regulation.
Tri-Solicitors & Partners
|Legal Intern
Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Conducted legal research and drafted documents, supporting litigation and case management as a Legal Intern.
Highlights
Executed comprehensive legal research on substantive and procedural law, directly supporting trial preparation efforts.
Prepared various legal documents, including bail applications, motions, powers of attorney, and legal advisory opinions, under supervision.
Assisted with systematic case file management and diligently monitored litigation progress, ensuring timely updates.
Supported preparation of critical motions, including extension of time and joinder applications, to advance case timelines.
Education
Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC)
Professional Training
Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Nigerian Law School
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Professional Bar Qualification (Called to the Nigerian Bar 2025)
Law
Rivers State University
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Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
Law, Second Class Upper Division
Grade: Second Class Upper Division
Languages
English
Certificates
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Training
Issued By
Alison
Cybersecurity Training
Issued By
Unicorn Group
Data Management and Privacy Practices for Professionals
Issued By
Coursera
ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) (Preparation for August examination)
Issued By
ISC2
Skills
Legal Research
Legal Analysis
Legal Drafting
Litigation Documents, Corporate Documents, Documentation.
Contract Review
Risk Identification
Legal Risk Identification.
Regulatory Compliance
Corporate Compliance
Case Management
Court Processes
Cybersecurity
Digital Risk Awareness
Legal Technology Tools
LawPavilion, Google Workspace, AI tools, AI-assisted legal research tools, Legal drafting systems, Case management systems.
Communication
Interpersonal Skills.
Stakeholder Engagement
Microsoft Office Suite
Docs, Sheets, Drive.
Data Protection & Privacy Compliance
NDPA, GDPR fundamentals.
Analytical Thinking
Law, Compliance, and Technology Integration
Emerging Tech Awareness
Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence.