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UCHE MICHAEL MATTHEW

LAW
LAgos,Lagos. Nigeria

Summary

To be a top level lawyer with a reputation for efficiency in delivery of satisfactory legal services and advice to clients and participate actively in deepening the scope of legal practice in Nigeria through research, advocacy and respect for the rule of law.

Overview

11
11
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate

S.P. A AJIBADE & CO.
Lagos, Lagos
10.2003 - Current
  • Part of the team of lawyers that acted as Joint Solicitors to Ondo State Government in its 37 Billion Naira Bond Issuance in 2018.
  • Part of the team that successfully carried out the Management Buy-out of Evans Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
  • Part of the transaction team in the ongoing Lagos State Bond Issuance programme.
  • Part of the transaction team in the ongoing Providus Bank Plc Commercial Paper Issuance Programme.
  • Representing the interest of clients in the Investments and Securities Tribunal.
  • Acting on behalf of Start-up and middle level businesses in Company structuring and reorganization.
  • Part of the transaction team in the ongoing Bond issuance by Lekki Gardens Limited.

Associate Counsel

Jireh and Grey Attorneys
Lagos, Lagos
11.2014 - 08.2021
  • Drafted deed of sublease involving Mercury Oil Ltd and Consortium of Banks
  • Carried out due diligence on behalf of Sterling bank Plc on registration of a vessel.
  • Secured the release of Vessel M.T Sapphire from the custody of the Nigerian Navy.
  • Recovery of default loan on behalf of Access bank Plc from Hanaco Nigeria Ltd
  • Recovery of default loan on behalf of GT Bank Plc from West Town Ltd.
  • Participated in the mediation process between MTN and a sub-lessor.
  • Provided legal advice to variety of small and mid-sized businesses involved in multiple types of litigation.

NYSC Intern

Ministry of Justice, Osun State, NYSC
Oshogbo, Osun
11.2013 - 10.2014
  • Prosecution of criminal matters.
  • Drafting of legal advices, charges and processes.
  • Appeared in both Appellate Courts and High Court.
  • Collaborated with Gender Action Department to prosecute gender base violence issues.
  • Engaged in rendering legal aid and pro bono services in communities

Education

B.L) Bachelor - Law

Nigerian Law School
Lagos
11.2012 - 08.2013

LLB) Bachelor of Law - undefined

Ahmadu Bello University
01.2008 - 01.2012

Senior School Certificate - undefined

Bec International College
01.1996 - 01.2002

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Skills

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Timeline

Associate Counsel

Jireh and Grey Attorneys
11.2014 - 08.2021

NYSC Intern

Ministry of Justice, Osun State, NYSC
11.2013 - 10.2014

B.L) Bachelor - Law

Nigerian Law School
11.2012 - 08.2013

LLB) Bachelor of Law - undefined

Ahmadu Bello University
01.2008 - 01.2012

Associate

S.P. A AJIBADE & CO.
10.2003 - Current

Senior School Certificate - undefined

Bec International College
01.1996 - 01.2002

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Dr I.O Iloba
UCHE MICHAEL MATTHEWLAW