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For nearly four decades, Babalakin & Co. has been one of the leading law firms in Nigeria, advising corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals on the transactions and disputes that shape the Nigerian economy. Our commercial law firm brings together specialist teams across eighteen practice areas, supported by lawyers including several Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN), so clients receive both deep sector knowledge and the strength of a full-service firm.

From our offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, we deliver practical, commercially grounded legal advice across banking and finance, capital markets, dispute resolution, oil and gas, data protection, taxation and more. Whether you need a corporate law firm for a cross-border deal, a regulatory compliance partner, or trial counsel before Nigeria's superior courts, our expertise is organised to meet your needs. Explore each practice area below to learn how our lawyers can support your objectives.

Banking & Finance

A trusted banking law firm in Nigeria advising lenders, borrowers and financial institutions on asset finance, syndicated lending, project finance and banking litigation. As a member of the Loan Market Association, we align complex financing transactions with global best practice.

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Capital Markets

Capital markets lawyers in Nigeria supporting issuers, issuing houses and trustees on equity and debt issuances, structured finance, ESG instruments and Shariah-compliant products. We structure and document complex transactions in a dynamic regulatory environment.

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Company Secretarial Services

Comprehensive company secretarial services and corporate governance support delivered through our affiliate Amalgamated Nominees Limited. We handle statutory filings, board support and regulatory compliance for public and private companies nationwide.

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Data Protection & Privacy

Data protection lawyers in Nigeria and an accredited Data Protection Compliance Organisation (DPCO) advising on NDPA and GDPR compliance, data audits, breach response and privacy disputes. We translate complex data privacy laws into clear, actionable strategy.

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Dispute Resolution

One of the foremost dispute resolution and commercial litigation teams in Nigeria, with four Senior Advocates of Nigeria appearing before the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and major tribunals. We also offer arbitration and mediation across high-value commercial disputes.

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Infrastructure & Construction

Infrastructure and construction lawyers who negotiated the MMA2 concession, Nigeria's first BOT public infrastructure project. We advise owners, developers, lenders and governments on procurement, project finance, PPPs and construction disputes.

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Intellectual Property

Intellectual property lawyers in Nigeria protecting trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs and trade secrets across technology, entertainment, pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. We register, enforce and commercialise IP assets end to end.

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Investment & Asset Management

An asset management law firm in Nigeria advising institutional investors, fund managers and family offices on domestic and cross-border investment transactions. We combine forensic due diligence with multi-disciplinary deal expertise.

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Mining

A leading mining law firm in Nigeria with over 20 years advising on mineral title, mining rights acquisitions, joint ventures and project finance. We have shaped reforms including amendments to the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007.

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Oil & Gas

Oil and gas law experts advising IOCs, indigenous operators and regulators across upstream, midstream and downstream under the Petroleum Industry Act and Nigerian Content Act. We helped shape Nigeria's oil and gas legislative framework.

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Power

A power and energy law firm in Nigeria advising generation, transmission and distribution operators under the Electricity Act 2023. We support renewable energy investors and have worked closely with NERC on regulatory interpretation.

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Private Equity

Private equity lawyers in Nigeria guiding firms and institutional investors through fund formation, deal structuring, M&A and exit strategies. We support the full investment lifecycle while managing legal, tax and regulatory risk.

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Public Sector

Public sector legal advisers with nearly four decades shaping landmark government transactions, from airport concession audits to drafting regulations for the NCDMB. We advise governments, agencies and private entities engaging the public sector.

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Real Estate

Real estate and property lawyers in Nigeria advising on acquisitions, development, leasing, financing and title perfection. We support investors, developers and corporates across commercial and residential real estate transactions.

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Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory compliance lawyers in Nigeria advising on corporate governance, financial services regulation, AML/CFT, competition law and sector-specific compliance. We help clients stay ahead of CBN, SEC, NCC and FCCPC requirements.

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Sports & Creative Industries

Sports and entertainment lawyers advising athletes, creatives, media companies and brands on contracts, sponsorship, IP rights and broadcasting. We help clients protect their interests and maximise commercial opportunities.

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Taxation

A taxation law firm in Nigeria advising on corporate income tax, petroleum profit tax, VAT, transfer pricing and tax disputes. We are a contributor to the International Comparative Legal Guide to Corporate Tax.

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Telecoms & IT

A technology and telecommunications law firm in Nigeria advising start-ups, fintechs and multinationals on regulatory compliance, data privacy, IP and deal structuring. We help digital businesses navigate NCC regulation and secure funding.

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