Q: Do you handle disputes and litigation?

We work with individuals, startups, SMEs, investors, founders, and creators who need practical legal support for transactions, compliance, and disputes—especially where documentation and risk control matter.

Question 1

Do you handle matters nationwide in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We support clients across Nigeria, and can coordinate filings and appearances where required.

Question 2

Do you handle disputes and litigation?

Accepted Answer

We work with individuals, startups, SMEs, investors, founders, and creators who need practical legal support for transactions, compliance, and disputes—especially where documentation and risk control matter.

Question 3

Can you help me choose the right business structure in Nigeria (Ltd, business name, NGO)?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We advise on the best structure for your goals (fundraising, liability, tax/compliance expectations, governance) and then support the registration and setup steps.

Question 4

My company hasn’t filed annual returns for years—can it be fixed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can review your CAC status, advise on penalties/steps, and help you regularise outstanding filings and bring your post‑incorporation compliance up to date.

Question 5

What documents should a company keep to stay compliant under CAMA?

Accepted Answer

Typically: statutory registers, minutes/resolutions, share records, filings evidence, and key corporate documents. We help set up and maintain a clean governance paper trail.

Question 6

How do I verify land ownership before paying in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

We conduct title due diligence—reviewing the seller’s documents and running searches to confirm ownership and identify red flags like encumbrances, disputes, or government acquisition.

Question 7

What are the red flags you look for during land due diligence?

Accepted Answer

Common issues include inconsistent names, missing root of title, prior transfers not perfected, family/communal claims, pending litigation, mortgages, and acquisition/committed land issues.

Question 8

How long does Governor’s Consent / stamping / registration take?

Accepted Answer

Timelines vary by state, document readiness, and administrative workflow. We give a realistic timeline after reviewing the property location, title documents, and transaction structure.

Question 9

Can you draft or review an agreement before I sign (NDA, service contract, partnership, shareholders’ agreement)?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We review for enforceability, payment and termination risk, IP ownership, confidentiality, liability, dispute clauses, and practical protections you can actually use.

Question 10

How do you help protect a brand, name, or creative work in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

We advise on IP strategy (what to protect and how), help with trademark/copyright steps where applicable, and draft licensing/assignment clauses so ownership and usage rights are clear.

Question 11

Do you handle disputes—and can you help before it gets to court?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We often start with pre‑action steps: fact review, evidence organisation, demand letters, negotiation/settlement strategy, and where appropriate, litigation or other dispute resolution.

Question 12

Do you help with CAC registration and post-incorporation compliance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We support CAC filings and CAMA post‑incorporation compliance, including annual returns, statutory registers, and board/shareholder resolutions.

Question 13

What happens if a company fails to file annual returns in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

Non‑filing can trigger penalties and compliance restrictions, and the company may be at risk of being struck off the CAC register under applicable procedures. We help you regularise filings and restore compliance.

Question 14

What is land title due diligence in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

It is the process of verifying ownership and checking for encumbrances (e.g., mortgages, disputes, government acquisition) before you buy, lease, or accept land as security.

Question 15

What does “perfection of title” mean in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

Perfection is the process of making your land interest legally effective against third parties—typically involving Governor’s Consent (where required), stamping, and registration of the relevant instrument.

Company, Property & Disputes Law Firm

What We Do (Core Services)

1) Property & Real Estate (Land, Leases, Perfection, Due Diligence)

2) Litigation (Commercial, Property, Contract, Debt Recovery)

3) Corporate Compliance & Internal Investigations (Governance, CAC & CAMA)

4) Intellectual Property, Media & Entertainment (Copyright, Licensing, Brand Protection)

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How We Work

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