Adeola Olayinka-Shehu
Senior Partner
Adeola Olayinka-Shehu is the Senior Partner of the firm, bringing extensive experience and a proven track record of success in the legal profession. She began her career in active law practice, where she honed her litigation and negotiation skills. Transitioning into the corporate and business sectors, Adeola took on pivotal roles in human resource management, legal executive functions, and corporate services, successfully anchoring diverse and high-value transactions.
| Professional Memberships | |
|---|---|
| Member | – Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) |
| Member | – Association of Professional Negotiators & Mediators |
| Associate Member | – Chartered Institute of Taxation |
| Member | – Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators |
Breif Profile
Her career spans multiple industries, including E-commerce, Employee Relations, Real Estate, and Oil & Gas. Adeola's vast experience encompasses commerce, insolvency, debt recovery, energy infrastructure projects, corporate restructuring, intellectual property protection, film finance, endorsements, and entertainment. She has collaborated with both local and international partners to manage operations across several African countries, including Ghana, Ivory Coast, Tanzania, Togo, Kenya, and Nigeria.
Recognized for her negotiation expertise, Adeola has consistently sealed significant business deals, resolved complex disputes, and guided clients toward achieving business stability and growth. Currently, she provides comprehensive legal advice that leverages her deep understanding of the Nigerian business climate. Her areas of focus include business operations, foreign investment, real estate transactions, legal due diligence, and debt recovery.
In addition, Adeola advises on corporate governance and compliance for both local and international transactions. She also leads the firm's Brand Protection, Media & Entertainment Practice Areas, offering innovative and tailored solutions in these specialized fields.
