oluwaseyi Oloniluyi
Ikeja,Lagos
Summary
Accomplished legal professional with extensive expertise in contract renegotiation strategies, capital markets insight, and dispute resolution capabilities. Demonstrates proficiency in corporate finance, regulatory filings, and legal research, complemented by a strong understanding of property law and IT contracts. Skilled in mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property rights management, and data privacy compliance, with a proven track record in technology transactions and procurement legal advice. Adept at litigation management, corporate governance, and international trade laws while maintaining comprehensive knowledge of family law principles and immigration law fundamentals. Committed to delivering strategic legal advisory services and ensuring compliance across diverse sectors.
Industrious professional with solid foundation in legal principles and corporate governance, combined with exceptional negotiation and leadership skills. Capable of managing complex legal matters while fostering collaborative team environment. Committed to driving organisational success through strategic legal guidance and risk management.
Experienced legal professional focused on corporate law and compliance. Capable of providing strategic legal guidance and managing complex legal matters. Skilled in contract negotiation, risk management, and regulatory compliance to support business objectives.
Experienced Corporate Legal Manager with focus on delivering impactful legal strategies and driving compliance initiatives. Spearheaded key projects that improved regulatory adherence and minimised risk exposure. Known for fostering collaborative environments and implementing cost-effective legal solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Corporate legal manager/law practice
Oluwseyi Dickson Oloniluyi & Associates
Lagos, lagos state
09.2022 - Current
- Actively participates in executive meetings, providing valuable insights into legal matters.
- Fosters relationships with external counsel for high-profile cases.
- Oversees patent applications, protecting company's intellectual property rights.
- Handles litigation cases, achieving favourable outcomes in court proceedings.
- Leads a dedicated in-house legal team to provide comprehensive support across the organisation.
- Executes regulatory filings, maintaining impeccable records at all times.
- Conducts training sessions to improve understanding of relevant laws amongst employees.
- Achieves dispute resolution with successful negotiation and mediation skills.
- Guides organisational strategy by integrating sound legal principles into decision-making.
- Drafts detailed legal documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Devises robust privacy policies, ensuring data protection compliance across the firm.
- Mitigates risk through careful review of potential business deals and transactions.
- Provides expert advice on corporate law matters to senior management team.
- Reviews contracts to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Ensures corporate compliance by implementing stringent policies and procedures.
- Coordinates due diligence processes for successful mergers and acquisitions.
- Stays abreast of changes in legislation, advising accordingly to minimise disruption.
- Creates legal documents and contracts for official use.
- Adheres to legal regulations when conducting investigations or giving advice.
Associate legal practitioner
Oladipo Olaosebikan & Associates
Ibadan, Oyo State
01.2014 - 07.2022
- Collaborated effectively with legal team, enhancing overall productivity.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior staff members within the firm, enhancing their skills and knowledge base.
- Completed continuing education courses regularly staying updated on new laws and regulations.
- Undertook mediation processes when appropriate, striving for amicable resolutions to disputes whenever possible.
- Provided sound legal counsel to clients, ensuring their rights were protected.
- Scheduled meetings with clients for open communication lines.
- Negotiated settlements for clients outside of court when beneficial.
- Drafted numerous legal documents to meet stringent deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with ethical standards throughout all legal proceedings.
- Kept up-to-date with changes in legislation to provide current advice and guidance to clients.
- Assisted senior lawyers in trial preparation for smoother proceedings.
- Liaised with clients regularly, building strong relationships of trust.
- Produced detailed case reports with meticulous attention to detail.
- Developed creative strategies for litigation cases which led to successful resolution.
- Conducted comprehensive case research for successful outcomes in court.
- Worked closely with colleagues on complex cases, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing professional and timely legal advice.
- Managed large caseloads, maintaining high standards of professionalism at all times.
- Represented clients in court hearings, defending their interests robustly.
- Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.
- Performed due diligence across preliminary legal research.
- Negotiated client settlements to limit costly court proceedings in legal disputes.
- Devised individualised contracts and legal documentation to fulfil bespoke client requirements.
- Evaluated financial statements to support case research.
- Managed property sales transactions according to legal requirements.
Associate legal practitioner
Okeyinka Desile & Co
Ibadan, Oyo State
02.2013 - 12.2013
- Ensured compliance with ethical standards throughout all legal proceedings.
- Collaborated effectively with legal team, enhancing overall productivity.
- Negotiated settlements for clients outside of court when beneficial.
- Managed large caseloads, maintaining high standards of professionalism at all times.
- Undertook mediation processes when appropriate, striving for amicable resolutions to disputes whenever possible.
- Developed creative strategies for litigation cases which led to successful resolution.
- Conducted comprehensive case research for successful outcomes in court.
- Represented clients in court hearings, defending their interests robustly.
pupil counsel
Ministry of Justice, Kwara State
Ilorin, Kwara State
03.2012 - 01.2013
- Performed rigorous risk assessments before proceeding with any legal action.
- Provided comprehensive legal support to colleagues, enhancing team performance.
- Stayed abreast of latest developments in law, ensuring accurate advice provision to clients.
- Prepared detailed reports on case progress to keep clients informed and reassured.
- Drafted key legal documents to facilitate smooth proceedings in court.
- Handled sensitive information with utmost discretion, maintaining strict confidentiality protocols.
- Built productive partnerships with legal aid firms to enable rapid progress of referral cases.
- Analysed probable case outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents.
- Referred clients to legal aid solicitors and supported legal action through case closure.
- Assessed client eligibility for legal aid and funding to determine next steps.
- Performed due diligence across preliminary legal research.
Education
LLM, Master of Law - International Corporate and Financial Law
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom 09.2022 - 09.2024
LLB - Law
Ekiti State University
Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State 05.2005 - 09.2011
B.L, Barriater at Law - Law
The Nigerian Law School
Bwari, FCT, Abuja 02.2012 - 11.2012
Skills
- Contract renegotiation strategies
- Capital markets insight
- Dispute resolution capabilities
- Corporate finance understanding
- Regulatory filings
- Legal research proficiency
- Property law comprehension
- IT contracts expertise
- Knowledge of tax laws
- Comprehensive reporting
- Legal advisory expertise
- Digital media law awareness
- Mergers and acquisitions expertise
- Intellectual property rights management
- Data privacy understanding
- Technology transactions experience
- Procurement legal advice
- Litigation management
- Legal compliance
- Legal research
- Corporate governance
- Dispute Resolution
- Contract drafting
- International trade laws
- Litigation procedure knowledge
- Family law principles
- Immigration law fundamentals
Websites
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- reading and football
Certification
LLB; Hons., BL; Hons., LLM; Hons., United Kingdom Mciarb., UK.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Corporate legal manager/law practice
Oluwseyi Dickson Oloniluyi & Associates
09.2022 - Current
LLM, Master of Law - International Corporate and Financial Law
University of Wolverhampton
09.2022 - 09.2024
Associate legal practitioner
Oladipo Olaosebikan & Associates
01.2014 - 07.2022
Associate legal practitioner
Okeyinka Desile & Co
02.2013 - 12.2013
pupil counsel
Ministry of Justice, Kwara State
03.2012 - 01.2013
B.L, Barriater at Law - Law
The Nigerian Law School
02.2012 - 11.2012
LLB - Law
Ekiti State University
05.2005 - 09.2011
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