Africa/Nigeria
IBA judges’ forum examines AI, independence and public trust in courts
Senior judicial leaders from more than 20 countries have gathered in Abuja for the inaugural International Bar Association Judges’ Forum
The Global Legal Post launches comparative guide to fashion law
Cross-jurisdictional Law Over Borders guide is edited by Trevisan & Cuonzo partner Julia Holden, who is based in Milan
‘Setting the tone at the highest level’: IBA honours human rights and pro bono award winners
Ceremony in Toronto recognised achievements by lawyers from Singapore and Egypt, while a Nigerian lawyer won the IBA Outstanding Young Lawyer Award
‘Glass ceiling remains powerful’ – IBA takes stock on progress achieving gender equality in law
Award-winning longitudinal study publishes interim report and identifies ‘key takeaways’ from ongoing research
The Global Legal Post launches international comparative law guide to Anti-counterfeiting
Second edition, edited by Lorne Lipkus, provides commentary on protecting brands against counterfeiting and the grey market
Gateley and Fidal target African disputes with senior arbitration hires
Perenami Momodu joins Gateley from Aelex Legal, while Manuel Tomas joins Fidal from Foley Hoag
Will judge’s ‘withering attack’ on $11bn arbitration award against Nigeria lead to more interventionist tribunals?
Mr Justice Knowles’ ‘forensic examination’ of case welcomed, but reforming rules for high-value investor state disputes may be hard
White & Case is fastest-growing law firm in Africa since 2019, study finds
US firm grew African headcount 177% between 2019 and 2022, according to Africa Legal
‘Every reason for optimism’ – new Law Over Borders guide charts arbitration’s growing popularity across the world
Practical online comparative Global Legal Post guide is co-edited by Three Crowns partners Carmen Martinez Lopez and Liz Snodgrass
Nigeria’s TEMPLARS marks international expansion with Ghana joint venture
Growing demand for services across West Africa sees TEMPLARS add team from Accra-based AMPEM Chambers to launch new firm
Nigerian firm Aluko & Oyebode joins African legal alliance ALN
Deal expands ALN’s coverage to 16 jurisdictions and third in West Africa
Olaniwun Ajayi LP Announces new Managing Partner, Deputy Managing Partner
Dr. Tominiyi Owolabi and Mr. Wolemi Esan assume their new leadership roles on 1 September
Top Nigerian law firm Banwo & Ighodalo promotes three to partnership
The 15-partner firm underlines commitment to 'organic growth' as Nigeria's legal market gains international focus
Dentons to secure coveted Nigeria presence with ACAS-Law combination
Global giant says deal is key landmark in strategy to become pan-African firm
Aluko & Oyebode co-founder steps down as chair ushering in new leadership team
Top Nigerian firm transitions from 'founder-led' status as it looks to invest in legaltech and new practice areas
UK lawyers in Lagos mission
UK lawyers embark on government mission to boost legal services in Nigeria as part of forging global partnerships.
Nigeria recovers over $400 million in stolen state oil funds
While Nigerian investigators recoup over $400 in stolen state oil funds, an Italian court sentences two men in Eni and Shell Nigeria case.
UK and Nigeria in legal sector partnership
A new initiative to drive partnership between legal professionals in the UK and Nigeria announced by PM Theresa May on visit to Lagos.
Blockchain consortium expands to Africa with Miranda Alliance
The Miranda Alliance has announced that it has joined the Global Legal Blockchain Consortium (GLBC) as its first African organization.
ICC commission targets arbitration growth in Africa
The ICC International Court of Arbitration (ICC) is to launch an Africa Commission to co-ordinate its growth and activity in Africa.