Legal Services

Legal Expertise

Businesses face legal questions that rarely exist in isolation. Commercial agreements, regulatory obligations, governance and risk can all affect a business's ability to operate and grow. Edeva Legal advises founders, creative businesses, established companies and investors on the legal and regulatory issues that shape their decisions. We combine legal analysis with commercial understanding to help clients structure transactions, manage obligations and protect their interests.

Our work includes Nigerian legal and regulatory matters and, where appropriate, cross-border issues handled through relevant professional relationships.

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Litigation

Representing businesses and individuals before Nigerian courts in commercial, contractual and civil disputes, from pre-action strategy through to judgment and enforcement.

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Property & Conveyancing

Property acquisitions, sales and leases, title verification, Governor's Consent and deed registration, and advice on real estate transactions.

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Corporate & Commercial

Company formation, mergers, joint ventures, investment and share purchase agreements, and drafting, reviewing & negotiation of commercial contracts that keep a business running.

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Data Protection & Privacy

Handling data protection compliance assessments and governance, privacy notices, data protection policies, internal procedures, contractual data protection provisions and staff awareness training.

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Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial

Offering company secretarial support, corporate filings, board and shareholder documentation, governance policies and guidance on applicable statutory obligations.

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Arbitration & Mediation

Resolving commercial disputes outside the courtroom through negotiation, mediation and arbitration, saving time and protecting business relationships.

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Restructuring, Insolvency & Distressed Assets

Advising companies, creditors and investors on restructuring, debt recovery, receivership, winding-up and the acquisition of distressed assets.

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Tax Litigation

Handling tax disputes with the NRS and state revenue services, including objections, appeals before the Tax Appeal Tribunal and related court proceedings.

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Employment Law

Employment contracts, staff handbooks and workplace policies, terminations, and representation in employment disputes, including before the National Industrial Court and general HR consulting.

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Business Advisory & Training

Handling legal and compliance training, policy development, capacity-building programmes and business-focused advisory support.

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Intellectual Property

Trademark, copyright, design and patent registration, licensing and enforcement for brands, creatives and innovators, in Nigeria and abroad.

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Immigration & Expatriate Services

electronic visa applications, CERPAC, business permits, expatriate quota applications and related immigration documentation and advisory.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, trusts, probate and letters of administration, and estate planning that protects families and preserves what they have built.

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Regulatory Compliance

Licensing and permit applications, compliance documentation, regulatory engagement support and compliance framework development.

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AML/CFT Compliance

AML/CFT policies and procedures, customer due diligence frameworks, internal compliance documentation, staff awareness training and regulatory compliance.

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Fashion, Creative & Entertainment Law

Legal support for fashion brands, creatives, designers, models and entertainment businesses through contracts, intellectual property protection, licensing, distribution and commercial relationships resolution.

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