Our Practices

We bring a fresh perspective, a wealth of experience, and unmatched expertise.
Integrity, Innovation, Diligence, and Excellence.

Our clients depend on us for Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Knowledge.

In every sector we work in, we are global leaders for a reason. Decades of innovative solutions and excellent results mean we are trusted legal advisers to some of the world’s largest organizations. 

At CJLP we represent several leading financial institutions, listed companies, multinational corporations, boards of directors, and high-profile individuals, frequently advising across established industries and emerging fields, cross-border disputes, and global transactions. 

We bring a fresh perspective, a wealth of experience, and unmatched expertise.

Experienced advocates, adept in business and commercial dispute resolution, dedicated to ensuring client rights and interests are protected through skillful courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and strategic legal advice.

BUSINESS ADVISORY

We provide business advisory services on various aspects of corporate law including business ventures, corporate registration with regulatory agencies, corporate restructuring, business dissolutions and liquidations and sector specific regulatory requirements. We also advise prospective investors on the most suitable business structure to adopt and how to achieve op mal business objectives.

corporate commercial law

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE


We recognize the increased attention to compliance and anti-money laundering procedures across the globe and we assist our clients in developing compliance and an -money laundering codes, adhering to international best practices in relation to their board structures and composition, the affinity between the board and shareholders, succession planning, risk management, tax compliance and corporate governance.

dispute resolution

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Our award-winning dispute resolution team has sustained over 30years of sterling record of resolving disputes with quick, efficient and practical solutions. Our highly-skilled lawyers are devoted to resolving complex and high-profile matters. Our experience in international and commercial arbitration, commercial litigation, includes high-value disputes in telecoms, banking, admiralty, construction, and energy.

employment

EMPLOYMENT

Understanding the sensitive nature of employee-employer relationships and potential legal issues which may arise from them, equips us with the ability to assist and advice clients on employment related manners by providing both practical and effective legal solutions, which are essential tools for employee management. In particular, we assist companies in developing employee codes, manuals and procedures to serve as opera on guidelines at the management and employee level.

energy law

ENERGY

We advise foreign and local participants in the oil and gas and power industry. We apply our clear understanding of local legislation and practice and our strength in various disciplines which enables us cater to clients within the industry. We provide support on high-value and sensitive transactions as well as day to day operations within the sector.

IMMIGRATION

We have carefully built an unparalleled reputation as the firm of choice for advising corporate entities on foreign investment in Nigeria. Government immigration policies affect corporate entities intending to do business in Nigeria and may have a direct impact on their businesses. We identify the potentially challenging business environment which this may create. Our immigration experts assist clients in mitigating this risk. We assist in obtaining work permits, expatriate quota, temporary visas, and permanent resident status. We help businesses succeed by addressing foreign investors’ challenges and providing guidance on immigration requirements.

intellectual property

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

We operate a practice with an experienced team of energetic lawyers devoted to registration of trademarks, copyright materials, patents and designs. We provide protection to clients with regards to trade names and monitor to prevent infringements of intellectual works.

Real Estate & Construction

REAL ESTATE

Our team has the experience in working with various real estate projects including retail parks, hotels, office structures, residential estates and large scale developmental projects. As real estate transactions cut across other sectors, we also advice on various aspects of real estate projects which include joint venture participation, asset acquisitions and dispositions, financing, construction, environmental law and regulatory compliance.

How can we help? Our dedicated team is here to provide tailored solutions for your legal needs.