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Habeeb A. Oredola, SAN
Partner
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Energy & Renewable Resources / Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Habeeb Oredola, SAN is the Practice Head of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group and a key member of the Corporate Commercial Advisory, Energy & Renewable Resources and Foreign Direct Investment practices of the firm. He provides enterprising legal solutions to complex commercial disputes and transactions, advising multinationals and high-net-worth individuals on litigation strategy, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
With sizeable experience acquired from leading law firms Paul Usoro & Co and Ajumogobia & Okeke, Habeeb has been a member of teams that have represented clients in the most complex litigations across corporate, product liability, and oil & gas sectors. He has appeared before courts of original and appellate jurisdictions throughout Nigeria, ensuring the protection of his clients’ business interests through sound legal advice delivered at reasonable rates and expeditiously.
Well versed in international and domestic alternative dispute resolution laws, Habeeb is a seasoned problem solver with the requisite expertise to explore viable ADR options. He combines versatility, technical precision, and a deep understanding of the commercial landscape to develop innovative strategies that achieve favourable outcomes for his clients.
Practices: Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Energy & Renewable Resources, International & Domestic Arbitration.
Education:
• University of Ilorin – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
• Queen Mary University of London – LLM MCIArb (UK)
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, UK
Olalekan Yussuf
Associate Partner
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution / Real Estate / Tax Advisory & Regulatory Structuring
Olalekan is an Associate in the Corporate Commercial Advisory, Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Tax Advisory & Regulatory Structuring practices of the firm. He provides pragmatic legal solutions to complex commercial disputes and corporate transactions, advising clients on tax regulations, intellectual property, arbitration and capital market operations.
With a results-oriented approach and keen analytical skills, Olalekan has participated in complex criminal litigation and highly contentious civil litigation matters. He represents clients in high-stakes commercial disputes, ensuring the protection of their business interests through strategic litigation and advisory services. His training at the Lagos State Ministry of Justice exposed him to diverse areas of law, including criminal litigation, general civil litigation, legislative drafting, and administration of estates.
Olalekan is intelligent, savvy, and passionate about delivering exceptional legal services, combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of the commercial landscape to achieve favourable outcomes for his clients.
Practices: Corporate Commercial Advisory, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Real Estate, Tax Advisory & Regulatory Structuring, Intellectual Property, Capital Markets
Education:
• Lagos State university – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Temitope Saliu-Raheem
Associate Partner
Litigation & Dispute Resolution / Intellectual Property / Employment & Labour
Temitope heads the Abuja office and works from the Litigation and Dispute Resolution and Intellectual Property practices of the firm. She advises clients on a broad range of contentious matters and has appeared before Courts of Superior Record in Nigeria, bringing focused advocacy and sound legal judgment to every engagement.
Her litigation expertise spans intellectual property disputes, employment and labour matters, insolvency proceedings, and general commercial litigation. Prior to joining the firm, Temitope gained valuable experience at a high-profile law firm where she developed a keen interest in litigation and honed the advocacy skills that continue to define her practice.
Temitope is known for the exceptional dedication and passion she brings to discharging client instructions. She is committed to delivering practical, client-centred legal services and to advancing the interests of those she represents with diligence, precision and professionalism.
Practices: Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property, Insolvency
Education:
• Lagos State University – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Olubukola Adeyemi
Associate
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution / Real Estate
Olubukola is an Associate in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practices of the firm. She advises individuals and corporate clients across various industries on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters, with expertise spanning litigation, dispute resolution, corporate law, commercial transactions, real estate, and regulatory compliance.
Known for her strong analytical skills and practical understanding of Nigerian law, Olubukola has represented clients before courts and tribunals of competent jurisdiction. She brings a diligent, solution-driven approach to every matter, combining rigorous legal research with commercially sound judgment to deliver advice tailored to each client’s specific needs and objectives.
Olubukola is committed to providing practical, client-focused legal services that are grounded in a deep understanding of the Nigerian legal and commercial landscape. She works closely across the firm’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution teams, contributing to the delivery of effective and efficient outcomes for clients in contentious and advisory matters alike.
Practices: Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution / Real Estate
Education:
• University of Ibadan – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Joseph Inioluwa Whesin
Associate
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Joseph is an Associate in the Dispute Resolution and Insolvency & Restructuring practices of the firm. He advises corporate clients, financial institutions, and commercial stakeholders on complex disputes, insolvency and restructuring engagements, arbitration matters and enterprise risk management. Joseph represents clients in high-stakes commercial litigation
spanning banking and finance, energy, and commercial transactions, delivering decisive dispute strategies from pre-action assessment through trial and enforcement.
His approach is focused on protecting commercial value, managing litigation exposure and securing efficient outcomes in contentious environments where business continuity and financial risk are paramount. With strong experience in insolvency and recovery matters, Joseph advises creditors and distressed entities on restructuring strategies, debt recovery frameworks, and regulatory compliance obligations, enabling clients to preserve assets and maintain strategic control during financially sensitive disputes.
Known for his analytical precision, responsiveness, and commercially pragmatic judgment, Joseph provides assertive, solution-oriented counsel designed to resolve disputes efficiently, mitigate risk proactively, and position clients for favourable outcomes across complex legal and commercial landscapes.
Practices: Arbitration & Dispute Resolution, Insolvency & Restructuring, Corporate Commercial Advisory
Education:
• Olabisi Onabanjo University – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Benedict D. Olutan
Associate
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Benedict is recognized for his enthusiasm, strong work ethic and proven expertise in litigation and corporate law practice.
He has represented the firm in various contentious matters. He has been part of the firm’s team in several high-value representations of indigenous oil and gas companies, particularly in complex debt recovery matters involving claims running into millions of United States Dollar
Benedict has represented clients on behalf of the firm before courts of competent jurisdiction across Nigeria and has contributed to legal thought through the authorship of several articles spanning diverse areas of Nigerian Jurisprudence, including Electoral Law, Regulatory and Compliance, Employment and Labour, and general practice.
He is dedicated and result-oriented, committed to delivering bespoke, commercially sound and practical legal solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. His approach combines meticulous legal analysis with strategic thinking, ensuring efficiency, innovation and value-driven representation.
Practices: Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Education:
• Olabisi Onabanjo University – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Zainab Yusuf
Associate
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Zainab is an Associate at the firm with a strong foundation in legal research, drafting, and advocacy. She advises across a range of practice areas including corporate law, litigation, and finance law bringing a meticulous and detail-oriented approach to every matter she handles.
Zainab thrives in collaborative environments and is known for her ability to listen attentively, analyse critically and communicate clearly. She is skilled in navigating complex legal challenges with precision and resilience, ensuring that clients feel supported and that their interests are effectively advanced.
Her professional ethos is grounded in integrity, continuous learning and a commitment to justice. Zainab is particularly drawn to emerging areas of law where creativity and adaptability are essential, and she is dedicated to delivering legal services that consistently meet and exceed client expectations.
Practices: Corporate Commercial Advisory, Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Education:
• Bayero University Kano – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Samuel Odochukwu
Associate
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Energy & Renewable Resources / Financial Services / Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Samuel is an Associate in the Corporate Commercial Advisory, Energy & Renewable Resources, Financial Services and Dispute Resolution practices of the firm. He provides strategic legal guidance to corporate entities, financial institutions, and private clients across diverse sectors, including energy, finance, real estate, and emerging business ventures.
Recognised for his exceptional analytical ability and meticulous attention to detail, Samuel combines sound legal judgment with strong commercial awareness to deliver practical, solution-oriented advice aligned with his clients’ business objectives. He has demonstrable expertise in corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and
business advisory, underpinned by a deep understanding of Nigerian legal and regulatory frameworks.
Samuel works closely across the firm’s practice groups, contributing meaningfully to the delivery of innovative, efficient, and client-focused legal services. He is committed to providing counsel that is not only legally rigorous but commercially relevant to the sectors and clients he serves.
Practices: Corporate Commercial Advisory, Corporate Commercial Advisory, Energy & Renewable Resources, Financial Services and Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Education:
• University of Ilorin – LL.B
• Nigerian Law School – BL
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Daniel Folowosele
Associate
Corporate Commercial Advisory / Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Daniel is an Associate in the Corporate Commercial and Dispute Resolution practices of the firm. He advises on a broad range of sophisticated legal matters, providing strategic counsel to corporate clients on complex energy law transactions, structured project financing arrangements, and high-value property and investment acquisitions.
With a disciplined, detail-oriented approach, Daniel is committed to delivering measurable impact across every engagement. He is skilled in drafting and reviewing legal documents, conducting rigorous legal research, and formulating innovative strategies to navigate the commercial and corporate challenges his clients face.
Driven by intellectual curiosity and a commitment to excellence, Daniel combines technical legal expertise with a strong grounding in business and communication to deliver well-rounded, practical solutions. He is passionate about advancing the interests of his clients in whatever capacity he is called to serve.
Practices: Corporate Commercial Advisory, Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Education:
• Joseph Ayo Babalola University – LL.B. (Second Class Upper Division)
• Nigerian Law School – BL (Second Class Upper Division)
Certifications & memberships:
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• Venture in Management Programme (ViMP), Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University
• Chartered Mediator – Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators
• Chartered Legal Communicator – Institute of Chartered Communication and Corporate Studies