Established 2020
Counsel that stands firm when it matters most.
Strategic legal advice and fearless advocacy for businesses, families and individuals across Nigeria.
Corporate & Commercial
Protecting the value you have worked to build.
From incorporation to acquisition, we structure, negotiate and safeguard the deals that move your business forward.
Litigation & Disputes
Prepared for trial. Focused on resolution.
Rigorous preparation and persuasive advocacy before courts, tribunals and arbitral panels.
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About the Firm
A modern practice built on enduring principles.
For nearly three decades, Downing Law has advised the people and companies shaping Nigeria's economy. We combine deep courtroom experience with sharp commercial judgment, so the advice you receive is both legally sound and practical.
Practice Areas
Focused expertise across the matters that shape your future.
Corporate & Commercial
Formation, governance, mergers and the contracts that keep businesses moving.
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Strategic advocacy before courts, tribunals and arbitral panels.
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Acquisitions, leasing, title verification and development projects.
Learn more 04Family & Private Client
Discreet counsel on marriage, custody, wills, trusts and succession.
Learn more 05Employment & Labour
Contracts, policies, workplace investigations and dispute defence.
Learn more 06Intellectual Property
Trademarks, copyright, licensing and protection of creative and technical work.
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How We Work
A clear path from first call to final resolution.
Consultation
We listen first, then explain your position, options and likely costs in plain language.
Strategy
A written plan with clear milestones, so you always know what happens next and why.
Execution
Drafting, negotiation or advocacy carried out by the partner who designed the strategy.
Resolution
We close the matter properly and stay on hand for whatever comes after.
Client Words
“They understood our business before they advised on it. The acquisition closed on time and without a single surprise.”
“Calm, precise and relentless in court. I never once felt uninformed about where my case stood.”
“Our title issues had stalled a development for two years. Downing Law resolved them in four months.”