Business Formation & Advisory
Establishing a business in Nigeria requires a robust legal foundation. We provide comprehensive business formation services that extend beyond simple registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). Our advisory services guide clients in selecting the optimal legal structure—whether a Business Name, Limited Liability Company (LTD), or Incorporated Trustee—to align with their strategic objectives. We manage the entire incorporation process, from conducting name searches and drafting statutory documents to securing final registration, ensuring full compliance and setting enterprises on a path for sustainable growth.
Regulatory Compliance and Licensing
We provide comprehensive legal support to help businesses meet all regulatory requirements with confidence, from securing essential licenses and permits from federal, state, and local authorities—such as the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and industry-specific regulators like the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), and Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)—to conducting detailed compliance audits that assess adherence to applicable laws, identify potential risks, and develop practical strategies to address them, while also offering continuous advisory services on emerging regulatory developments to ensure a proactive and sustainable compliance framework.
Tax Advisory
Navigating Nigeria’s complex tax system requires expert guidance. Our tax advisory services are designed to help clients understand their obligations, optimize their tax position, and ensure strict compliance with all tax laws. We provide strategic counsel on corporate tax, personal income tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), and other levies. We also conduct tax health checks, assist in responding to inquiries from tax authorities like the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and help clients leverage all available legal tax incentives.
Company Secretarial Support
Adherence to post-incorporation legal and administrative obligations is mandatory under Nigerian law. As designated company secretaries, we assume responsibility for all statutory compliance tasks. Our services include maintaining corporate records, preparing and filing annual returns with the CAC, facilitating board meetings, and ensuring that all changes to a company’s corporate structure, such as changes in directorship or shareholding, are properly documented and submitted. This support guarantees companies remain in good standing and operate within the legal framework.
Intellectual Property Services
Protecting intellectual assets—including brands, inventions, and creative works—is critical in a competitive market. We offer a full suite of intellectual property services, including the registration of trademarks, patents, and industrial designs with relevant regulatory bodies. Our firm also provides robust enforcement strategies to protect rights against infringement. We are committed to helping clients secure and defend their intellectual property portfolios, ensuring their innovations and brand identity are legally protected.
Contract Drafting & Review
Contracts serve as the legal cornerstone of commercial relationships. We specialize in drafting and reviewing contracts to ensure they are clear, legally sound, and comprehensive, thereby mitigating risks and preventing future disputes. Our expertise covers a wide range of agreements, including partnership agreements, leases, service contracts, and employment agreements. We meticulously analyze and craft documents to comply with Nigerian law, eliminating ambiguities and safeguarding our clients’ interests.
Transaction and Deal Advisory
We provide end-to-end legal advisory services for significant business transactions—such as mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and major investments—ensuring they are strategically structured, risk-aware, and executed with precision. Our work includes conducting comprehensive legal due diligence to identify and assess potential risks, including liabilities, regulatory hurdles, and contractual obligations; advising on optimal legal and financial structures that align with commercial objectives; representing clients in negotiations; and drafting and reviewing all transaction documents to safeguard their interests. We also coordinate the process of obtaining necessary regulatory approvals from relevant government agencies, enabling a smooth and timely closing while minimizing legal and operational risks.
Public Policy and Government Relations
Effective engagement with government and a deep understanding of public policy are essential for business success in Nigeria. We act as a strategic liaison between businesses and the public sector. Our services help clients navigate intricate regulatory landscapes, influence policy formulation, and cultivate positive relationships with government agencies. We offer counsel on the potential impact of new legislation on a business and represent clients’ interests effectively and ethically to foster a favorable business environment.
Legal Audit & Entity Health Check
Our Legal Audit & Entity Health Check provides a comprehensive assessment of a company’s legal standing. We conduct a thorough examination of contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance practices to identify potential risks and liabilities. Our detailed report outlines any deficiencies and provides actionable recommendations to rectify them, ensuring a business is legally compliant, resilient, and well-positioned to mitigate future legal and financial challenges.
