OLUWALONIMI OYEBADE
Lagos,Nigeria
Summary
A seasoned professional with extensive legal expertise and a strong focus on sustainability practices. Interested in tourism, business and international trade. Demonstrates exceptional collaboration, team leadership, and time management skills. Known for being detail-oriented in client service and possessing good interpersonal and problem-solving abilities. Committed to driving positive change within organisations while maintaining high standards of excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
38
38
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Officer/Visa Specialist
Ile-iwe Education
Ogba, Nigeria
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Performs comprehensive legal research and analysis pertaining to immigration issues and operations, staying abreast of relevant laws.
- Advises diverse clients in alignment with any legislative changes to ensure informed decision-making.
- Oversees all aspects of the Visa and Immigration Service, ensuring that the process runs smoothly.
- Accountable for verifying the accuracy and correctness of client-provided information, meticulously preparing and scrutinizing all legal documents, contributing to a notable 30% improvement in the delivery of precise information.
- Tasked with conducting face-to-face and postal interviews with all clients, ensuring their suitability and managing applications, leading to a 50% likelihood of successfully aligning clients with their specific needs.
- Reviews all relevant visa and immigration documents and ensure that they are received within the time limit set by the government.
- Prepares all fees quotes and any information required by clients, colleagues or authorities.
- Cultivates robust professional connections with both clients and colleagues, facilitating the acquisition of Visas, Green cards, and other necessary documentation, leading to an impressive 90% conversion rate.
Legal Associate
Bonajo Badejo & Co. Legal Practitioners
Lekki, Nigeria
11.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided legal counsel on a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, property law, intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance.
- Generated and reviewed 50+ types of legal documents, including court processes, contracts, sale of land agreements, deed of assignment agreements, and other commercial contracts.
- Conducted legal research and analysis to stay updated on relevant laws and advised various clients accordingly.
- Managed client expectations and goals by performing company secretarial duties to companies like VON Automobiles, Premium Steel and EPRON.
- Maintained an active caseload of 3-5 clients at a time with a 70% success rate of closing a case within the specified time.
- Supervised 3 NYSC associates, clerks, and litigation officers by reviewing documents, court processes, agreements, and drafts, and providing legal advice.
- Defended an average of 12 clients annually before magistrates and judges, obtaining the desired case outcome 70% of the time.
- Effectively advised 6 clients on considering alternative dispute resolution thereby reducing lawsuits by 10%.
- Communicated with an average of 3 clients weekly to advise on complex legal issues and resolve conflicts.
NYSC Legal Associate
Bonajo Badejo & Co. Legal Practitioners
Lekki, Nigeria
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Maintained knowledge of relevant legal software while ensuring 100% privacy of client information.
- Counseled 5% of the firm's clients on legal options beyond a trial particularly alternative dispute resolutions, increasing customer satisfaction scores by 5%.
- Dedicated 15+ hours per week to researching state laws and challenges to the proposed legislature.
Law School Extern
Ajibola Kaka & Co. Legal Practitioners
Ikeja, Nigeria
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted 4 lawyers by researching case laws; local, state, and federal laws and regulations, prepared for client's meetings, trials, and hearings by creating legal documentation and conducting research.
- Observation and participation in active court proceedings.
- Listening and taking notes with regard to active cases.
Internship/Exchange
ONG Cavoquiva
Cocody
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Volunteer in Global Programme in conjunction with AIESEC in the fight against misusing children.
- Teacher/ guardian of misused children in the home.
Teaching Assistant
Maymercy Montessori School
Ibadan
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Assistant teacher of pre-school toddlers.
Education
Post Graduate Qualifying Certificate (B.L.) -
The Nigerian Law School
08.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) - undefined
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 08.2014 - 06.2018
Diploma in Law (Foundation) - undefined
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 08.2013 - 06.2014
Senior Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Olatundun Model College
06.2007 - 08.2013
Primary School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Olatundun Nursery & Primary School
07.2006 - 06.2007
Primary School -
University of Lagos Staff School
Lagos, Nigeria 09.2001 - 06.2026
Skills
- Legal expertise
- Sustainability Practices
- Collaboration
- Team leadership and time management
- Detail oriented in client service
- Good interpersonal and Problem solving skill
Certification
- Leadership role as Head Girl, 09/01/12
- Valedictorian of Olatundun Model College, 06/01/13
- West African School Leaving Certificate (WASSCE), 06/01/13
- Participant International Conference on Law and Religion, 02/01/15
- HSK (Level 1) Chinese Proficiency Test, 03/01/16
- AIESEC Certificate of Internship/Volunteer Programme, 12/01/16
- Leadership role as Assistant Financial Coordinator, 07/01/18
- Nigerian Bar Association Qualifying Certificate, 11/01/19
- Jobberman soft skills Training certificate, 03/01/23
- Apply Board Counsellor Course Certificate, 01/01/24
- Certificate of Volunteer, 12/01/24
Languages
English Language
Fluent
Yoruba Language
Advanced
Chinese Mandarin
Elementary
Affiliations
- Reading writeups, articles and novels
- Volley Ball
- Travelling
- Playing Games
Accomplishments
Best Volunteer , Mahira Child Development & Welfare Foundation 2024
Leadership Award as Head girl Olatundun Model College 2013
Valedictorian 2012/2013 session Olatundun Model College 2013
Research Experience
Bachelor of Law Research Project University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos 2018
The Child Rights Act and its Effectiveness in Nigeria Professor Iyabode Ogunniran
- Conducted an in-depth analysis of the Child’s Right Act and its Effect in Nigeria, evaluating its implementation, legal gaps, and societal impact.
- Investigated legislative frameworks and judicial responses to child protection, translating complex legal data into actionable insights.
- Applied qualitative research methods including case analysis, policy review, and stakeholder interviews to assess enforcement challenges.
- Developed strong analytical, legal writing, and critical thinking skills while enhancing expertise in human rights, advocacy, and public policy.
- Presented research findings through a comprehensive academic report, demonstrating excellent communication and presentation skills.
Personal Information
- Date of birth: Oct 4, 1996
- Gender: Female
- Civil status: Single
Timeline
Legal Officer/Visa Specialist
Ile-iwe Education
08.2023 - 04.2025
Legal Associate
Bonajo Badejo & Co. Legal Practitioners
11.2020 - 05.2023
NYSC Legal Associate
Bonajo Badejo & Co. Legal Practitioners
01.2020 - 10.2020
Law School Extern
Ajibola Kaka & Co. Legal Practitioners
04.2019 - 07.2019
Post Graduate Qualifying Certificate (B.L.) -
The Nigerian Law School
08.2018 - 11.2019
Internship/Exchange
ONG Cavoquiva
11.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) - undefined
University of Lagos
08.2014 - 06.2018
Diploma in Law (Foundation) - undefined
University of Lagos
08.2013 - 06.2014
Teaching Assistant
Maymercy Montessori School
05.2013 - 08.2013
Senior Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Olatundun Model College
06.2007 - 08.2013
Primary School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Olatundun Nursery & Primary School
07.2006 - 06.2007
Primary School -
University of Lagos Staff School
09.2001 - 06.2026
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