ALAGHAEBIFA BRAYE
Legal Practitioner
Lagos,Lagos State
Summary
Dedicated and result-driven legal practitioner with specialised knowledge in litigation, alternative dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. A legal professional with demonstrated proficiency in legal research, pleadings drafting, contract negotiation, and client advisory services. Accredited mediator (AICMC, MTI) with proven ability to facilitate dispute resolution and deliver strategic legal solutions. Committed to upholding professional ethics while providing exceptional legal support across contentious and non-contentious matters in dynamic legal environments. Also a results-driven professional equipped with background in supporting operational workflows and enhancing team productivity. Proven track record in streamlining processes and fostering productive collaboration. Committed to delivering high-quality results and adapting to dynamic environments with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
3
3
BACHELORS OF LAW, BARRISTER AT LAW, ACIMC
Work History
Associate
Tsedaaqah Attorneys
01.2026 - Current
Legal Associate
Tsedaaqah Attorneys (NYSC Placement)
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted legal research across 20+ contentious matters, analysing case precedents to strengthen trial strategies & enhance court submissions quality.
- Drafted multifaceted legal documents.
- Managed case files encompassing civil litigation, corporate transactions, and compliance matters, ensuring organised documentation & retrieval systems.
- Executed due diligence for corporate transactions & mergers, identifying legal risks & proposing mitigation strategies to protect client commercial interests.
- Acted as part of the Solicitors to the offer team in a public offering, responsible for conducting legal due diligence, vetting prospectus and transaction documents, ensuring regulatory compliance and contributing to investor protection and transparency in line with fiduciary standards.
- Conducted interviews & witness consultations, gathering case information while demonstrating interpersonal communication & client relations skills.
- Provided legal advice on contractual obligations, compliance requirements, & dispute resolution options, enhancing decision-making & risk management.
- Streamlined legal documentation workflows and case file retrieval processes, reducing admin turnaround time and enhancing firm operational efficiency.
- Represented clients in court proceedings demonstrating advocacy skills.
Nigerian Law School Extern
H.G. Greameer & Co
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Analysed case laws and statutory provisions supporting litigation strategy, producing research memoranda that enhanced motions & court filing quality.
- Facilitated negotiation and mediation proceedings between disputing parties, successfully resolving 3+ cases through ADR mechanisms without litigation.
- Drafted commercial contracts, memoranda, & pleadings with tight deadlines, delivering accurate documentation under time-sensitive conditions.
Nigerian Law School Court Extern
High Court of the Federal Capital Territory
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Participated in mock trials as counsel, applying advocacy techniques & validating understanding of courtroom procedure & presentation standards.
- Documented proceedings with precision, producing accurate case reports that supported judicial administration & case management efficiency standards.
Legal Intern
Christopher Asiafiti & Co
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Accompanied legal associates to 15+ court hearings, observing advocacy tactics & procedural practices to enhance knowledge of litigation dynamics.
- Conducted legal research and drafted pleadings for election petitions and civil matters, applying constitutional law principles to case preparation processes.
- Led client interviews & organised trial materials, including witness statements & evidence, ensuring seamless case presentation and procedural compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Contract Law, Constitutional Law, Company Law, Criminal Law, Legal Research Methodology
Niger Delta University
01.2023
WASSCE - undefined
Federal Government Girls College
Imiringi, Bayelsa01.2015
Skills
Legal Research & Analysis
Contract Drafting & Review
Legal Opinion Writing
Litigation & Advocacy
Mediation & Conciliation
Negotiation & Settlement
Case Management & Admin
Due Diligence & Risk Assessment
Regulatory Compliance Oversight
Corporate Governance Support
Client Interviewing & Advisory
Trial Preparation & Strategy
Legal Documentation Mgmt
Pleadings & Court Documentation
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Data Protection & Privacy Law
Dispute Resolution Strategy
Microsoft Office Suite
Court Filing Procedures
Legal Research Databases
Case Management Systems
Evidence Management
Document Review & Analysis
Contract Management Systems
Legal Management Software
Legal Documentation Standards
Report Writing & Documentation
Client Relationship Development
Compliance Monitoring Systems
Legal Presentation Skills
Effective Communication
Presentation & Public Speaking
Time & Priorities Management
Analytical Problem-Solving
Confidentiality & Discretion
Professional Ethics & Integrity
Attention to Detail & Accuracy
Client Service Excellence
Emotional Intelligence
Cultural Sensitivity
Certification
Barrister-at-Law (BL) | Nigerian Law School, FCT Abuja 2025. Called to the Nigerian Bar | Award: Second Class Honours (Lower Division)
References
Available upon request
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Special Recognition Award for Excellent Service - Law Students Association of Nigeria (Niger Delta University Chapter) | 2023, Recognised for outstanding contributions to student legal advocacy and academic excellence
LEADERSHIP & EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Team Lead - Late Chief Justice Kate Abiri Chamber, NDU May - Sept 2022 Coordinated an 8-member moot competition team, facilitating collaborative legal research on constitutional and commercial law issues whilst developing well-substantiated arguments for successful performance. Deputy Head - Law Clinic, Niger Delta University Feb 2021 - Dec 2022 Conducted ADR sensitisation programs educating 200+ community members and promoted free legal aid services, providing legal guidance to underserved populations and enhancing public awareness. Team Lead - Late Chief Justice Kate Abiri Chamber, NDU May - Sept 2022 Coordinated an 8-member moot competition team, facilitating collaborative legal research on constitutional and commercial law issues whilst developing well-substantiated arguments for successful performance. Deputy Head - Law Clinic, Niger Delta University Feb 2021 - Dec 2022 Conducted ADR sensitisation programs educating 200+ community members and promoted free legal aid services, providing legal guidance to underserved populations and enhancing public awareness.
Affiliations
- Member Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law. 2026
- Member Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) July 2025
- Associate Member Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC) July 2025
- MTI Accredited Mediator Mediation Training Institute (MTI) July 2025
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
- Data Privacy & Protection - Juliana Imam Intellectual Property & Creative Consult | October 2025 - Comprehensive training in data protection principles, privacy law frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Mediation and Conciliation - Institute of Chartered Mediators & Conciliators | 2025 - Certified qualification in alternative dispute resolution methodologies, conflict management, & settlement negotiation techniques.
Timeline
Associate
Tsedaaqah Attorneys
01.2026 - Current
Legal Associate
Tsedaaqah Attorneys (NYSC Placement)
02.2025 - 12.2025
Nigerian Law School Extern
H.G. Greameer & Co
07.2024 - 08.2024
Nigerian Law School Court Extern
High Court of the Federal Capital Territory
05.2024 - 06.2024
Legal Intern
Christopher Asiafiti & Co
08.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Contract Law, Constitutional Law, Company Law, Criminal Law, Legal Research Methodology
Niger Delta University
WASSCE - undefined
Federal Government Girls College