Precision in Law. Foundations in Excellence.
Specializing in complex corporate litigation and strategic private equity advisory within the world's most dynamic financial district.
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A Career Built on Excellence and Results
With nearly two decades of dedicated legal practice, I have established myself as a trusted advocate for complex corporate matters across Nigeria and internationally. My approach combines rigorous legal analysis with strategic foresight, delivering outcomes that protect and advance my clients' interests.
"My commitment is to deliver not just legal services, but strategic partnership that drives real business outcomes."
Areas of Practice
Specialized legal services tailored to complex business challenges across multiple sectors.
Corporate Litigation
Complex multi-party disputes, shareholder conflicts, and commercial contract enforcement requiring strategic navigation.
Intellectual Property
Patent disputes, trademark protection, and technology-related litigation with focus on innovation and protection.
Private Equity Advisory
Strategic counsel for PE transactions, due diligence support, and portfolio company governance matters.
Strategic Negotiations
High-stakes deal facilitation and dispute resolution combining legal expertise with commercial pragmatism.
Work Experience
Extensive career in legal services spanning oil & gas, corporate governance, and dispute resolution.
Chevron Nigeria Limited
Nigeria
Senior Lead Counsel, Dispute Resolution & Shelf Operations
- ▪Provide strategic leadership to Chevron Nigeria's Dispute Resolution team overseeing 400+ active lawsuits across the country
- ▪Manage case evaluation, development of litigation management strategies, and review of court processes
- ▪Facilitate dispute resolution to protect company interests through negotiation and strategic representation
- ▪Oversee external counsel engaged in litigation and operational support with performance monitoring and budgetary control
- ▪Lead legal team supporting Chevron's joint venture operations addressing complex legal issues across multiple fields
- ▪Navigate critical operational incidents including facility invasions and host community protests
- ▪Collaborate with company management on implementation of Host Community Development Trusts and oil spill allegations
- ▪Mentor multiple professionals in career development and leadership growth initiatives
Company Secretary & Legal Advisor
- ▪Served as Company Secretary for all 12 Chevron entities in Nigeria ensuring full compliance with governance requirements
- ▪Coordinated and documented all Board Committee proceedings guaranteeing accurate records and seamless resolution implementation
- ▪Liaised with external counsel on timely statutory filings and regulatory returns maintaining strong compliance posture
- ▪Provided cross-functional legal support to Finance, IT, HR, Security, and HSE groups on regulatory and corporate governance matters
- ▪Advised Finance Group on tax inquiries and investigations by revenue services across Nigerian states
- ▪Delivered IT legal guidance on data transfer, data residency, and regulatory compliance with evolving data governance requirements
- ▪Advised HR on corporate policy, internal investigations, recruitment processes, and labor regulations
- ▪Supported security initiatives including management of oil theft cases and EFCC inquiries
- ▪Provided HSE legal guidance on environmental reports and regulatory inquiries strengthening compliance and risk management
Head, Joint Venture & Litigation Unit, Warri Office
- ▪Supervised and managed over 300 active cases with total claims valued at approximately ₦1 Trillion Naira
- ▪Managed performance of external counsel ensuring excellent service delivery aligned with Chevron objectives
- ▪Managed diverse legal issues from joint venture operations across Delta, Ondo, Imo, and Bayelsa States
- ▪Collaborated with internal stakeholders to effectively manage agitations from host communities
- ▪Liaised with regulatory bodies including Department of Petroleum Resources, Nigerian Content Development Monitoring Board, and National Oil Spill Detection and Response Authority
- ▪Mentored over 20 graduate and undergraduate interns in CNL internship programs
Gas and Contracts Unit
- ▪Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated various oil, gas and power contracts including Gas Sale Agreements, Farmout Agreements, and Gas Transportation Agreements
- ▪Collaborated with internal stakeholders ensuring appropriate contracts for diverse transactions between CNL and multiple contractors
- ▪Provided support to West African Gas Pipeline Company, N-Gas Limited, and Sotogaz on legal and contracting issues
- ▪Provided legal guidance on foundation agreements including GSA, GPA, GTA, WAGP Treaty, and associated amendments
- ▪Managed legal and operational issues arising from WAPCo Shareholders Agreement
- ▪Provided legal support on domestic gas supply obligations and national gas policies including GACN formation and development
- ▪Advised on regulatory issues affecting gas businesses including permits, environmental requirements, and divestment matters
- ▪Advised on major projects including Brass LNG gas development and commercialization, gas processing facilities, and Agura Independent Power Plant
Key Achievements
Nominated as one of three finalists for Chevron NMA Chairman and Managing Director's Distinctive Leader Award 2019 • Awarded Chevron Nigeria Mid-Africa Recognition Award • Multiple Chevron Human Energy Awards for team achievement, everyday excellence, and measurable value creation • Co-Champion for Career Development and Mentoring • Lead attorney in successful dispute resolution resulting in recovery of 2.5MM barrels of crude oil • Lead negotiator of foundation Gas Sale and Aggregation Agreement now in use across Nigerian gas sector
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Awards & Honors
Recognized for excellence and leadership across the legal profession.
Best Litigation Lawyer
Legal Excellence Awards
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
UK Legal Rankings
Commercial Litigation Leader
International Legal Forum
Innovation in Law Award
Legal Tech Consortium
Best Corporate Counsel
Business Law Awards
Litigation Star
Chambers & Partners
Client Choice Award
Legal Client Association
Outstanding Achievement
Law Society UK
Best in Class Litigation
International Bar Association
Lawyer of the Year
UK Legal Awards
Rising Star Award
Legal 500
Best Commercial Lawyer
Financial Law Awards
Excellence in Advocacy
Bar Association
Top Tier Practitioner
International Rankings
Strategic Counsel Award
Business Excellence
Best IP Litigator
IP Law Society
Notable Practitioner
Professional Recognition
Deal Maker of the Year
Finance & Law Awards
Young Lawyer Excellence
Law Society
Distinguished Counsel
International Association
What Clients Say
Trusted by leading organizations for exceptional legal representation and strategic counsel.
"Exceptional legal expertise coupled with strategic business acumen. Rotimi navigated our complex multi-jurisdictional litigation with remarkable efficiency."
James Richardson
CEO, Fortune 500 Tech Company
"His intellectual property litigation strategy was transformative. We achieved outcomes we didn't think possible. A true master of the courtroom."
Sarah Chen
General Counsel, Global Finance Corp
"More than a lawyer—a strategic advisor who understands business. Rotimi's counsel on our PE transaction saved us millions while mitigating risk."
Marcus Thompson
Partner, Leading PE Firm
"Uncompromising attention to detail and a killer instinct for negotiation. Exactly the advocate you want when stakes are highest."
Emma Williams
Board Member, International Corporation
"Handled our shareholder dispute with surgical precision. His understanding of corporate governance and litigation strategy is unmatched."
David Kim
Founder & Chairman, Tech Startup
"Hired for a 90-day emergency situation and solved it completely. Rotimi brought clarity to chaos and delivered a brilliant resolution."
Elizabeth Grant
CFO, Investment Management Firm
Common Questions
Answers to help you understand our services and approach.
I focus on complex corporate litigation, intellectual property disputes, private equity advisory, and strategic negotiations. My experience spans multi-jurisdictional matters across financial services, technology, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.
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Location
Nigeria
Phone
+234 802 353 5099
y2kroja@yahoo.com