Practice area 05

Corporate Practice

We draft agreements that anticipate future challenges, so your company can grow without constant legal friction.

Overview

Corporate law is the scaffolding of business. We build structures that are flexible enough to accommodate growth, robust enough to withstand disputes, and efficient enough to keep you focused on your clients and markets.

We serve founders, family companies, and private equity-backed businesses across Nigeria. We handle entity formation, equity compensation, venture and debt financing, and mergers and acquisitions.

What we handle

Matters within Corporate Practice

  • Formation and structure

    Entity selection, formation, and multi‑entity restructuring.

  • Governance and compliance

    Board protocols, record‑keeping, and annual compliance checklists.

  • Equity and compensation

    Stock option plans, restricted stock, and bonus arrangements.

  • Financing and investment

    Seed, venture, and debt financings; convertible notes; SAFEs.

  • Mergers and acquisitions

    Buy‑side and sell‑side representation and due diligence.

  • Commercial contracts

    Master agreements, distribution, licensing, and procurement contracts.

How we work

A predictable path from first call to close

  1. 01

    Onboarding

    We learn your business model, stakeholders, and objectives.

  2. 02

    Legal audit

    We review existing documents and flag gaps or risks.

  3. 03

    Implementation

    Draft and execute the necessary documents.

  4. 04

    Ongoing support

    Retainer or subscription models for routine advice.

Common questions

What type of entity should I choose?
It depends on liability, taxation, and growth plans. We map options in the first meeting.
How do I raise capital without losing control?
We can structure voting rights and protective provisions to balance control and investment.