Barristers & Solicitors

Your Trusted Legal Partner for Business, Innovation & Growth

We provide strategic legal solutions that empower businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, technology companies, financial institutions, and individuals to succeed in today's dynamic business environment.

Building Businesses. Protecting Innovation. Creating Value.

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About Us

Legal excellence with commercial insight.

We are a full-service commercial law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services to businesses, startups, multinational corporations, SMEs, government agencies, investors, and private clients.

Our lawyers combine deep legal knowledge with commercial insight to help clients navigate complex legal and regulatory issues while minimizing risk and maximizing opportunities.

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Commercially Focused
Technology Driven
Practical Advice
Transparent Communication
Our Foundation

Who We Are

Vision

To become Africa's most trusted technology-enabled commercial law firm.

Mission

To provide innovative, commercially focused legal services that empower businesses and create lasting value.

Core Values

Integrity · Excellence · Innovation · Professionalism · Responsiveness · Confidentiality · Collaboration · Client First

Why Clients Choose Us

Deep commercial understanding. Industry expertise. Technology-enabled service delivery. Fast response times. Transparent communication. Tailored legal strategies.

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Our Practice Areas

Practical legal solutions tailored to business objectives, risk and growth.

Corporate & Commercial Law

Company Registration · Corporate Governance · Shareholder Agreements · Corporate Advisory · M&A · Restructuring

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Technology & Innovation Law

Startup Advisory · FinTech Compliance · Data Protection · AI · Software Licensing · SaaS Agreements

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Intellectual Property

Trademark · Patents · Copyright · Industrial Designs · Brand Protection · IP Enforcement

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Company Secretarial Services

Annual Returns · Board Meetings · Statutory Registers · Corporate Compliance · Director Changes · Share Transfers

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Regulatory Compliance

SCUML · NIPC · Tax Compliance · Industry Licences · AML Compliance · Risk Advisory

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Real Estate

Property Due Diligence · Deeds · Leases · Property Management · Governor's Consent · Perfection of Title

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Employment & Labour

Employment Contracts · HR Policies · Employee Handbook · Workplace Compliance · Dispute Resolution

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Dispute Resolution

Commercial Litigation · Arbitration · Mediation · Debt Recovery · Contract Disputes

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Startups

Business Formation · Founder Agreements · Fundraising · Investment Agreements · ESOP · Governance · Compliance

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Corporate & Commercial

End-to-end business legal support.

Corporate Services

  • Business Name Registration
  • Company Incorporation
  • NGO Registration
  • LP / LLP Registration
  • Foreign Company Registration
  • Annual Returns
  • Increase of Share Capital
  • Director Changes
  • Share Transfers

Advisory & Governance

  • Company Secretarial Services
  • Corporate Searches
  • Company Due Diligence
  • Corporate Governance
  • Board Advisory
  • Corporate Restructuring
  • Business Succession Planning
  • Corporate Compliance Audits
Technology Law

Legal solutions for digital businesses.

We advise FinTech, HealthTech, EdTech, AgriTech, AI companies, Blockchain, Crypto businesses, E-commerce, Software Companies, Cloud Platforms and Digital Marketplaces.

Technology Agreements

Software Agreements · SaaS Contracts · Technology Licensing · API Agreements · Cloud Computing Contracts · IT Outsourcing

Digital Compliance

Terms & Conditions · Privacy Policy · Cookies Policy · Data Processing Agreements · AI Governance · Cybersecurity Advisory · Open Source Compliance

Intellectual Property

Protecting innovation.

IP Protection

Trademark Registration · Patent Registration · Industrial Design Registration · Copyright Advisory

IP Management

IP Portfolio Management · Trademark Renewals · Opposition Proceedings · Brand Protection · Licensing Agreements · IP Due Diligence · International Trademark Advisory

Regulatory Compliance

Helping businesses stay compliant.

SCUML · FIRS · State Internal Revenue · NIPC · FCCPC · SEC · CBN · NAFDAC · SON · NESREA

Regulatory Support

Industry Licensing · AML Compliance · Risk Management · Internal Policies · Compliance Audits

Data Protection

NDPA · Privacy Compliance · Privacy Audits · Data Mapping · DPO Services · PIAs · Employee Training · Cross-border Transfers · Data Breach Response

Real Estate

Property transactions with clarity.

Property Transactions · Due Diligence · Land Searches · Governor's Consent · Assignments · Leases · Tenancy · Property Management · Construction Contracts · Joint Ventures · Landlord & Tenant Advisory

Employment Law

Supporting employers and employees.

Employment Contracts · HR Advisory · Employee Handbook · Executive Employment · Termination · Workplace Policies · Labour Compliance · Industrial Relations · Dispute Resolution

Dispute Resolution

Resolving disputes. Protecting your interests.

Commercial Disputes

Commercial Litigation · Debt Recovery · Contract Disputes · Banking Disputes · Construction Disputes

Alternative Resolution

Arbitration · Mediation

Specialised Litigation

Employment Litigation · Intellectual Property Litigation

Startups

Your legal partner for startups.

Business Formation · Founder Agreements · Cap Table · SAFE · Convertible Notes · Fundraising · Investment Agreements · Shareholders Agreements · ESOP · Legal Due Diligence · Corporate Governance · Compliance

Industries

Dedicated legal insight for your sector.

Technology
FinTech
Banking
Insurance
Manufacturing
Oil & Gas
Healthcare
Agriculture
Telecommunications
Construction
Hospitality
Education
Media & Entertainment
Non-Profit Organizations
Government & Public Sector
Professional Services
Why Choose Us

Built around your objectives.

Commercially FocusedLegal advice that supports business objectives.
Technology DrivenTechnology-enabled service delivery.
Fast TurnaroundResponsive support when it matters.
Practical AdviceClear, commercially useful solutions.
Transparent PricingGreater clarity and cost certainty.
Experienced LawyersExperienced professionals across practice areas.
Nationwide CoverageServing clients across Nigeria.
International PerspectiveSupporting businesses operating across borders.
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Everything Corporate

Corporate Services

Whether you're launching a startup, expanding an established business, attracting investment, or restructuring operations, our corporate-services pathway provides access to business registration, intellectual property and regulatory support.

CAC

Business Registration

Business Name, Company, NGO, LP, LLP and foreign company registration.

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IP

Intellectual Property

Trademark, Patent and Industrial Design registration support.

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Compliance

SCUML & Regulatory

SCUML and related corporate compliance support.

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Resources

Knowledge that moves business forward.

Legal Guides

Practical guides for businesses and individuals.

Articles & Alerts

Legal updates, compliance updates and legal alerts.

Templates & FAQs

Useful templates, frequently asked questions and practical resources.

Case Studies

Selected insights into legal and commercial work.

Newsletter

Stay informed about legal and regulatory developments.

Meet Our Team

Experienced legal professionals.

UCHECHUKWU MICHAEL GINIKA

Principal Partner

LLB (HONS), BL, LLM, NIM, ACIS (Shipping)

Called to the Nigerian Bar in 2007. His practice focuses on corporate advisory, company secretarial services, commercial law, legal/corporate searches, due diligence, debt recovery, real estate, maritime law and intellectual property.

Memberships: Nigerian Bar Association (Lagos Branch), Certified Institute of Shipping, Nigerian Institute of Management, and accredited CAC practitioner.

UCHENNA ORAKWUE

Partner

HND (Estate Mgt.), LLB (HONS.), BL, LLM, FICIArb

Called to the Nigerian Bar in 2007. Specializes in Maritime Law, Arbitration, Property and Construction Law.

Memberships: Nigerian Bar Association (Lagos Branch), Association of Professional Negotiators and Mediators, Fellow of the Institute of Construction Industry Arbitrators (Nigeria).

IJEOMA D. UGOCHUKWU

Partner

LL.B (UNIZIK), LL.M (UNILAG)

Mrs. Ijeoma D. Ugochukwu is a Partner at GOLDEN GATES - LEGAL. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from Nnamdi Azikiwe University and a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree from the University of Lagos.

With a strong background in commercial transactions and property law, she specializes in commercial law, family law, real property law, business registration, regulatory compliance, legal due diligence, documentation, and title perfection.

She is particularly skilled in guiding clients through business formation, corporate structuring, real estate transactions, and regulatory approvals, providing meticulous legal support that protects clients' interests while facilitating smooth business operations.

IFUNANYA NZEKWE

Executive Assistant | Administrative & Business Support

Ifunanya Nzekwe is an organised and detail-oriented administrative professional with experience providing executive support within a professional legal environment. Her expertise includes scheduling, meeting coordination, correspondence, document preparation, research, records management, and confidential information handling.

With a background in English and training in virtual assistance and digital tools, she combines strong communication skills with a proactive and structured approach to supporting executives and teams.

Areas of Expertise: Executive Support · Administration · Documentation · Research · Coordination · Stakeholder Communication · Digital Tools

Selected Clientele

Trusted by businesses across industries.

Over 500 corporate organizations, including:

Sterling Bank Plc.
Lotus Bank Ltd
Expedier Inc. Canada
Shanghai Electric Power Construction Co., Ltd
Hedgeview Capital Limited
XEMC Limited
Kandelite Electrical Construction Company Limited
Astra-Path Energy & Power Co Ltd
I-Superway Networks Limited
TravelMax Technologies Limited
Greenergy Waste Management Ltd
Smile Specialist Hospital Limited
ExpertCity Networks Limited
Cidacom Technologies Limited
Redgiant91 Football Academy Limited
Archertrade Industries Limited
Anibaba Global Investments Limited
Gnokes Global Geo-Data Limited
FAQs

Questions, answered.

How long does CAC registration take?

Business Name registration typically takes 1 day, while Company registration (Private Limited) usually takes 5–10 working days, depending on the completeness of documents and CAC processing time.

What is the cost of registering a business name or company?

Business Name Registration: ₦50,000. Private Limited Company: ₦100,000. NGO Registration: ₦180,000. The supplied content states these are all-inclusive of professional fees, CAC fees and stamp duty.

Can foreigners register a company in Nigeria?

Yes. We assist with Foreign Company Registration, Expatriate Quota, NIPC registration and other compliance requirements for international investors.

What documents do I need for CAC registration?

Valid ID, proposed company name(s), nature of business, and details of directors/shareholders. Our team provides a clear checklist.

Do I need to file Annual Returns?

Yes. The supplied content states that all registered companies must file Annual Returns with CAC within 42 days of their incorporation anniversary and that late filing attracts penalties.

What is SCUML registration and who needs it?

SCUML registration is required for businesses in designated sectors to comply with anti-money laundering regulations. We process SCUML registration and related requirements.

How do I protect my brand or invention?

We handle Trademark Registration, Patent Registration and Industrial Design Registration.

What is the difference between a Business Name and a Limited Liability Company?

A Business Name is simpler and suitable for sole proprietorships or small enterprises, while a Limited Liability Company offers limited liability protection and is often preferred by investors and larger businesses.

Do you offer fixed-fee services?

Yes. The supplied content states that fixed-fee packages are available for common corporate matters such as company registration, trademark filing, annual returns and basic contracts.

How can I book a consultation?

Call +234 806 419 7619, send a WhatsApp message, or fill out the consultation form. Virtual consultations are also offered for clients outside Lagos and Abuja.

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Phone: +234 806 419 7619   |   WhatsApp: Available   |   Office: Details to be added
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