Nine service areas covering a business from formation, through operation, to expansion.
Service areas
The way a business is established can affect its ownership, governance, regulatory obligations, tax position and ability to grow. We assist entrepreneurs, companies and investors with the legal and corporate requirements involved in establishing and structuring businesses in Nigeria.
Businesses in Nigeria must navigate corporate, sector-specific and other regulatory obligations to maintain and continue operations. We help clients identify applicable requirements and develop practical approaches to meeting them.
Commercial relationships depend on clear agreements. We help businesses in the preparation, review, negotiation and management of contracts that govern their relationships with customers, suppliers, partners, employees and other commercial counterparties.
A business’s brand, name, creative assets and intellectual property (IP) can be among its most important commercial assets. We help businesses identify, protect and manage their intellectual property interests in Nigeria.
Certain industries require businesses to obtain specific licences, permits, registrations and regulatory approvals before commencing or expanding operations. We assist clients in understanding and navigating applicable requirements.
International businesses often need support navigating immigration and expatriate-related requirements when bringing personnel into Nigeria. We assist businesses with legal and administrative requirements relating to expatriate personnel and business immigration.
Tax obligations are an important part of establishing and operating a business in Nigeria. We assist businesses with tax registration requirements and facilitate access to appropriate tax professionals where specialist tax advice is required.
Notarisation is often required for documents intended for official, commercial, legal, or international use. We provide professional Notary Public services to individuals, businesses, and organisations, helping ensure that documents are properly executed, witnessed, certified, and authenticated in accordance with applicable Nigerian requirements.
Entering a new market or a new business sector involves more than incorporating a company. Businesses need to understand the size of the market or industry, how they should establish themselves, what approvals they require, how they should structure their operations and what business, legal and regulatory risks or obligations apply to their activities. We help Nigerian and international businesses navigate these considerations through our advisory support services.
Let us discuss what you are trying to achieve and the legal and regulatory steps required to get there.
