SECTORS OF FOCUS
Unlock tailored legal solutions within our sectors of focus to achieve legal success
AVIATION & MARITIME
Our legal experts advise airlines, aircraft operators, ship-owners, charterers, and industry stakeholders on aviation regulation (NCAA, ICAO), aircraft financing and leasing, shipping and maritime regulation (NIMASA), vessel financing and registration, passenger rights and obligations, and suitable compensation for aviation and marine accidents, charter parties and contracts, aviation and maritime disputes and compliance with international standards.
CONSUMER & RETAIL
We deliver expert legal solutions to consumer-facing businesses in the retail sector. We advise on commercial agreements, supply chain management, product liability, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance. We handle complex issues related to data privacy, advertising, and intellectual property. UOALC helps domestic and international clients mitigate risks, capitalize on market trends, and drive business growth in this industry.
HEALTHCARE
Our healthcare team provides guidance on regulatory compliance, licensing and accreditation, telemedicine, data privacy, and medical malpractice defence. Our expertise in this sector also includes – Legal regulation of drugs/pharmacies (NAFDAC compliance), Healthcare centre/hospital regulation, Pharmaceutical project development, Product distribution and liability, Health agency contracts, Financial investments and health insurance guidance.
INFRASTRUCTURE
UOALC excels in the Infrastructure sector, providing comprehensive solutions for complex projects. Our experts advise on project financing, construction contracts, public-private partnerships, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. Our expertise spans transportation, energy, water, and urban development. We ensure successful outcomes for domestic and international clients thereby promoting economic growth and sustainable development.
INSURANCE
We advise insurers, reinsurers, and industry stakeholders on Nigerian insurance regulations, insurance and reinsurance Investments, capital and liquidity, establishing new businesses, mergers & acquisitions, corporate restructurings, debt and equity markets, dispute resolution and litigation. We also ensure our clients are in compliance with NAICOM and other regulatory bodies. UOALC has earned a stellar reputation as trusted advisors to Nigeria’s leading insurance companies.
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRY
Our legal team delivers expert legal solutions to manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors on legal issues affecting their operations. We advise on contract negotiation & review, regulatory compliance (SON, NAFDAC), IP protection, labor law, dispute resolution, taxation & fiscal incentives, and environmental & safety regulations. Our practice in this sector minimizes risks, optimizes productivity, and drives business growth in Nigeria’s dynamic industrial sector.
MARITIME SECTOR
Our maritime law team provides legal advice on marine trade, commercial export and import, maritime security and piracy prevention transactions, seaborne cargo/freight shipping, cabotage, and other applicable regulations and restrictions domestically and globally. This legal unit also specializes in vessel financing and registration, maritime litigation and dispute resolution, vessel arrest/release and admiralty claims.
MINING SECTOR
UOALC’s mining group offers legal services to mining companies and enterprises, including obtaining permits and licenses for the development, exploration, extraction, and processing of minerals, handling mining transactions and investments, tax issues, mining project funding options, documentation, and record-keeping of mining project records, regulatory compliance in Nigeria’s mining industry and other operational matters.
OIL & GAS
Our Oil and Gas legal team’s services include – risk management, petroleum licensing and regulation. This practice group also manages the legal aspect of regulatory inspections, upstream, midstream & downstream operations, oil & gas processing and conveyance, joint operating agreements, environmental and safety compliance, dispute resolution and arbitration, We pride ourselves in our professional group of talented oil & gas lawyers.
POWER & RENEWABLE ENERGY
Our expertise in the power and renewable energy sector extends to – guidance on foreign investments, negotiation and processing of commercial contracts and ensuring our clients maintain regulatory compliance with the appropriate agencies. We also offer assistance on various energy-related challenges, including some of the most complicated and cutting-edge deals involving oil, gas, LNG and petroleum-based products.
PROBATE
We assist and represent heirs, beneficiaries, trustees, administrators, and executors in matters involving dispute over the validity of a will or trust, incapacity, undue influence, allegations of breach of fiduciary duty and misconduct, fraud, and inadequate estate administration. UOALC is currently appointed as trustees and executors of our client’s estates. We also assist in asset acquisition, asset transfer, settling claims for creditors and life insurance claims.
REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION
UOALC provides in-depth guidance on preparing and executing real estate agreements and contracts, title perfection, representing individuals and business organizations in the purchase and sale of real estate, preparing lease agreements for companies, protecting client’s rights and interests and ensuring regulatory compliance. Our diverse approach to real estate transactions and matters makes us reliable advisors.
STARTUPS & MSME
UOALC offers unique legal services to Startups and MSMEs on establishment, incorporation, investments and business agreements. Our experts guide them through the early stages of development including incorporation, structuring, regulatory compliance, pre-incorporation and post-incorporation matters, licences/permits, funding, investments, taxation, intellectual property, partnership agreements and labour and employment matters.
TECHNOLOGY & FINTECH
Our legal experts deliver innovative legal solutions to startups, investors, and established players by assisting them in adequately managing and utilizing this sector. We advise some of the top technology and Fintech companies operating in Nigeria on digital payments and banking, cryptocurrency, regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, data protection, software licensing, IT contracts, intellectual property protection and multilevel financing.
TELECOMMUNICATION
We offer guidance to clients on telecommunication regulations and laws, statutory applications, prescribed license acquisition, and various marketplace strategies. We assist with restructuring, alliances, cooperation partnerships, purchase contracts, and deals. Our legal services in this field extend to application, and processing of telecommunications license to foreign corporations who wish to operate in Nigeria.
SUCCESS STORIES
At UOALC, client satisfaction is our top priority
Dr. Timothy Okon
“Your Firm has been providing our company with legal services for over four years, and you have never failed to deliver. Your lawyers were always available when needed, represented us in court, and delivered excellent results. Your team also handled corporate agreements and negotiated great deals for our company. We have never been disappointed and we are still enjoying the benefits of your services. We will keep recommending your Firm to others.”
Mr. Yohanna Sunwar
"I was really impressed with the level of service and professionalism UOALC offered us. We were able to easily reach them both physically and virtually. The lawyers were very friendly and helpful and they were always there to help explain our options and important decisions for our company’s contracts. They handled all our business agreements and provided us with all the information we needed. We would definitely recommend the Firm to companies looking for great lawyers.”
Mr. Wisdom Iheze
“I reached out to UOALC for legal advice through virtual consultation and they were very helpful. Even though I wasn’t in the country at the time, they responded to all my questions and were very helpful with all my trademark and copyright problems. I was really impressed with the results and would not hesitate to engage their legal services again.”
Mrs. Margaret Adeyanju
“I have always heard that court processes are very tedious and time- consuming; however, UOALC made it easier for me. They kept me updated on every stage of my case and when it was time for trial, the lawyers made me feel at ease, took control on my behalf, and communicated with me in the courtroom. They were able to achieve a favourable result in the trial, helping me feel safe again. I trust this Firm to handle any serious dispute you may have.”
Mr. Nelson Ogene
“I am grateful for your Firm's assistance in the successful administration of my family's estate. After my father passed, it was very hard for my family. I reached out to your Firm to help recover the death benefits of my father, regardless of the oppression I got from extended family members and in-laws. Your amazing team of lawyers were able to settle my family disputes peacefully, leaving everyone happy and satisfied. Please accept my sincerest gratitude for all you have done for me and my family. Words cannot explain how grateful we are to you and your associates. I will certainly recommend your Firm.”
Mrs. Deborah Eyo
“As a small business owner, I was worried about the difficult process of starting a business, but their legal team assisted me in registering my company and guided me through each step until I was completely satisfied. Also, their legal fees are affordable and I definitely got value for my money.”
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