Thaddeus Olofu Idenyi
Legal Practitioner/Notary Public
Ketu
Summary
A seasoned legal practitioner with over 10 (Ten) years’ experience in active legal practice. Proficient in analytical legal research and forensic advocacy. Actively represented clients in all stages of litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Rose through the ranks from the position of a junior associate in the law firm of Pinheiro LP to the current position as an Associate partner. A Notary Public of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Associate Partner
Pinheiro LP
01.2020 - Current
- Conducted trial proceedings in several contested land and commercial litigation
- Prepared Appellate Briefs of Argument and took conduct of proceedings/hearing of several appeals
- Was an active member of the Legal team for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal proceedings in respect of the Presidential Election held on the 25th of February, 2023
- Was an active member of the 1st and 2nd Respondents’ legal team in Appeal No: CA/L/1266/2019; Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) v Mr
- Adedayo Mumuni Shittu & Ors
- In which section 34(6) of the AMCON Act, 2019 (as Amended) was struck down as being unconstitutional and an attempt to usurp the power of the Court
- Was counsel to the defendant and took conduct of trial and proceedings to conclusion in Suit No: NICN/LA/442/2019; Mr
- Victor Kainebi Chibuogwu v Caverton Helicopter Limited
- Was counsel to the defendant and took conduct of trial and proceedings to conclusion in Suit No: NICN/LA/443/2019; Mr
- Ndubuisi Chukwu v Caverton Helicopter Limited
- Was appellant counsel in the case of Fronterra Petroleum Resources Inc
- V NDIC (2019) LPELR-47527(CA) where I successfully canvassed arguments at the appellate court for the revival of the cause of action of a client whose case was dismissed at the trial Court as State barred
- Was counsel to the defendant and took conduct of trial and proceedings to conclusion Suit No: LD/1124LM/16; Prochic Ventures Limited v
- Genesis Corporate Homes and Properties Limited
- Was an active member of the Appellants’ team and took part in all proceedings in the appeal (including preparation of Briefs of Argument) up to judgment in the case of Rev
- Samuel Akinbode Sadela & Ors
- V
- Pastor Garuba Osah Obabueki (2018)LCN/10678(CA)
- Was an active member of the 3rd and 4th Respondents team in Petition No: EPT/OG/GOV/03/2019; Modupe Sanyaolu & Anor v Dapo Abiodun & 3 Ors
- Apprised clients of potential risks and costs associated with each cause of action
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases
- Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of trials
- Explained available causes of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients
Team Lead/Senior Associate
Pinheiro LP
04.2015 - 12.2019
- Took conduct of a number of complex trial proceedings without supervision
- Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
- Attended hearings as representative of corporate entities and individual clients
- Represented clients before all superior courts of record including the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court
- Was an active member of the Petitioners' legal team in the election petition instituted against the outcome of the Edo State Governorship election in 2016 from the Governorship Election Tribunal to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court in Petition No: EPT/EDS/GOV/2/2016; Pastor Ize-Iyamu Osagie Andrew & Anor v
- INEC & 2 Ors
- Was claimant counsel and took conduct of trial proceedings up till judgment in Suit No: LD/2265/10; Cassablanca Ventures Ltd
- & Anor v
- Channelle Microfinance Bank Ltd
- & Ors
- Was counsel to the 1st Defendant and played active role in trial proceedings up till judgment in Suit No: LD/553/08; Mrs
- Esther Solanke v
- Mr
- Lawrence Onwukike & 6 Ors
- Was counsel to the claimant (AMCON) in Suit No: FHC/L/CS/1098/18; Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria v Anyiam-Osigwe Group Limited
- Was counsel to the claimant and took conduct of trial proceedings up till judgment in Suit No: NICN/LA/05/2014; sEngineer Josiah Wukari Wasa v Seaforce Shipping Company Limited & 3 Ors
Junior Associate
Pinheiro LP
12.2012 - 03.2015
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light
- Was actively involved in several contested trial proceedings
- Provided legal advice to variety of small and mid-sized businesses involved in multiple types of litigation
- Drafted readable and enforceable agreements, contracts and other legal documents to protect client's full legal rights
- Assisted in complex litigation such as election petitions, land matters and general civil matters through discovery, trial and extensive contact with both clients and subject matter experts
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case
Associate
Okon Umoh & Co
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Collected, drafted and maintained resources to provide comprehensive materials accessible to all firm lawyers
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light
- Assisted lawyers with materials preparation for internal and external training events, including presentations to clients
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines
Education
Masters of Laws (LLM) - In View
University of Lagos
Lagos, StateBarrister at Law (BL) - undefined
Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus
Bachelors of Law (LLB) - undefined
University of Benin
01.2005 - 01.2010
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) -
Saint Michael’s Model College, Egbeda
Lagos06-2000
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) -
Emmanuel Primary School, Ojota
Lagos08-1993
Skills
- Good listener
- Efficient researcher
- Good Legal writing/ drafting skill
- Critical Reasoning Skills
- Effective Time Manager
- Excellent Team Player
Certification
Member, Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria.
Affiliations
- Nigerian Bar Association
- Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN)
- Nigerian Institute of Management
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators UK (Nigerian Branch) (CIArb)
- NBA Section on Legal Practice (SLP)
Tribe
Idoma
Local Government Area
Ohimini LGA
Senatorial District
Benue South Senatorial District
Year Of Call
2012
Enrollment Number
SCN081814
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Benue State
- Date of Birth: 04/22/82
Timeline
Associate Partner
Pinheiro LP
01.2020 - Current
Team Lead/Senior Associate
Pinheiro LP
04.2015 - 12.2019
Junior Associate
Pinheiro LP
12.2012 - 03.2015
Associate
Okon Umoh & Co
01.2012 - 11.2012
Bachelors of Law (LLB) - undefined
University of Benin
01.2005 - 01.2010
Barrister at Law (BL) - undefined
Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus
Masters of Laws (LLM) - In View
University of Lagos
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) -
Saint Michael’s Model College, Egbeda
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) -
Emmanuel Primary School, Ojota
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