Chukwuebuka Kenneth Eze

Client Interface and Updates.

• Carried out client consultations, gathered pertinent information and provided preliminary legal advice on various matters.
• Facilitated communication between clients and legal teams, improving client satisfaction through timely updates and transparency.

Dispute Resolution.

• Conducted witness interviews and prepared deposition summaries contributing to the development of case strategies.
• Represented clients in negotiation and mediation sessions with other parties.
• Prosecuted civil suits in superior courts.

Legal Research.

• Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and inform decision-making processes.
• Researched on various key legal, commercial, regulatory, policy and governance issues, including, amongst others, on Regulation of Virtual Currency Use to achieve Nigeria’s AML/CFT Objectives; Laws and Legislations Regulating Cybersecurity in Nigeria.

Draft and Review of Documents.

• Drafted and reviewed several corporate agreements including Founders Agreement, Shareholders Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Loan Agreements, Sales Contracts, Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements, Service Level Agreements (SLA), Partnership Agreements, Independent Contractor Agreement, Employment Agreement, Licensing Agreement, Supply Contract, Indemnity Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding/Letter of Intent, Website Terms of Use, Cookies and Privacy Notice, Consultancy Agreement.
• Managed document review projects efficiently while adhering to strict timelines, ensuring thorough analysis of relevant materials before submission deadlines passed.
• Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.

Incorporation and Company Secretarial.

• Assisted over 20 local and international clients to incorporate their businesses.
• Provided company secretarial services to clients including organizing and supporting meetings, taking Minutes and drafting resolutions.
• Corporate filings (annual returns, resolutions, consents, etc), and changes in shareholding, directorship, company secretary, registered address, etc - at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).

Transactions and Corporate Restructuring.

• Engaged in the structuring of transactions to meet client goals.
• Advised clients on corporate restructurings, especially Merger, Acquisition, Divestitures and Joint Ventures.

Regulatory Compliance and Interface.

• Provided regulatory compliance advisory to clients, ensuring compliance with relevant corporate, governance and regulatory requirements.
• Obtained permits, licenses and registrations on behalf of clients in regulated industries including telecommunication, broadcasting, advertising,etc.
• Monitored relevant regulations on an ongoing basis, to identify areas that may impact clients’ operations.
• Liaised with regulators on behalf of clients.

Funds Recovery.

• Rendered debt recovery services for a Lagos-based Cooperative Society.
• Recovery of fund for individuals in failed transactions, soft loans, fraud, etc.

Project Documentation.

• Draft and review of Project documentations including proposals, introduction to stakeholders, contract, reports (Inception, Updates, Tentative and Completion).

Legal Opinions (Corporate and Core Law).

• Rendered legal opinion on many issues of including, amongst others, the Position and Direction of Federal Government on Data Sovereignty.
• Repatriation of Income Earned from IP, Cloud Hosting and Enterprise Business in Nigeria by a Foreign Investor exploring the Tax Implications.
• Investment in a Minor/Amateur Football Player.

Articles.

• Published articles in different national and international platforms.

• Prosecuted over 30 litigation matters in superior courts of record in Nigeria and securing favourable judgments or settlements for clients.
• Led teams that represent individual and corporate clients in several arbitrations, negotiation and mediation sessions.
• Oversaw case assignments and resource allocation, ensuring optimal utilization of team members and timely legal service delivery.
• Mentored junior barristers, fostering professional growth and enhancing the overall competency of the chambers.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations and feedback sessions, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and accountability among staff.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Rendered legal advisory on various issues to diverse clientele including, amongst others, on proper real estate documentation and loan advances by Microfinance Bank.
• Maintained client relationship and ensured prompt update on matters.
• Carried out corporate and property search, documentation and registration for clients.
• Interpreted laws, regulations, rulings and judgments of courts to corporate clients.

• Tax awareness and sensitization of the public on the Voluntary Assets and Income Declaration Scheme (VAIDS) of the Federal Government of Nigeria.
• VAT enrolment of over 75 and follow-up on about 45 eligible individuals and businesses.
• Filing of returns including VAT and Stamp Duty.
• Developed and implemented community outreach programs, enhancing taxpayer engagement and increasing compliance in local tax initiatives.
• Coordinated tax education workshops for diverse community groups, improving understanding of tax obligations and fostering positive relationships.

• Conducted in-depth research and analysis of relevant case law to support senior counsel in preparing final written addresses.
• Provided at least 40 preliminary legal opinions on criminal case files.
• Prepared and filed over 50 counter-affidavits to bail applications in court, representing the state.
• Attended court proceedings and took detailed notes.

• Represented client's at various levels of court.
• Conducted at least 15 clients’ interviews and case analysis.
• Conducted corporate search and registration.
• Engaged in legal writing and drafting.
• Drafted and filed court processes.
• Carried out research on various issues and principles of law.