Afoma Otikpa

Results-driven Legal Counsel with 10+ years advising on corporate governance, complex commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in drafting high-value agreements across construction, energy, and finance sectors. Trusted advisor who mitigates risk and drives operational best practices.

Legal Counsel - Steline Dennis Attorney

(2017-01 - 2024-12)

• Drafted, reviewed and negotiated 50+ complex agreements including EPC, JV, PSC, NDA and SLA contracts across construction, energy and commercial sectors
• Developed and implemented corporate policies and governance frameworks, eliminating non-conformity issues and ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Advised senior leadership on securities, contract and corporate law; delivered training sessions to Legal & Regulatory Department on evolving regulations

Legal Officer - Hortigraph Nigeria Limited

(2016-01 - 2017-12)

• Delivered legal advisory services on regulations and internal policies; coordinated board meeting materials and presentations for executive stakeholders
• Provided compliance guidance and facilitated legal training sessions for the Legal & Regulatory Department
• Supported contract review processes and ensured alignment with applicable laws and company policies

Legal Assistant - Salisu A.S Attorney

(2013-01 - 2015-12)

• Managed legal research, document review and filing systems, improving attorney workflow efficiency across active case portfolio
• Optimized attorney calendar and client scheduling, reducing missed appointments by 10% and decreasing client wait times
• Drafted routine legal documents, maintained confidentiality of client records and ensured timely court filings

National Youth Corps Member - Ikwueto Law Firm

(2012-01 - 2013-12)

• Conducted litigation research, drafted legal opinions and attended High Court proceedings at Ikwueto Law Firm during national service year

Micro-Degree (Certificate) - AI and Society - University of Graz (2025-01)

Extension Programme - Artificial Intelligence Engineering - Graz University of Technology (2025-01)

M.Sc - Computational Social Systems - University of Graz (2024-01)

M.Sc - Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution - National Open University of Nigeria (2021-01 - 2023-12)

Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria - Law - Nigeria Law School (2012-01 - 2012-12)

Bachelor of Laws - Law - Chukwuemeka Odimegwu Ojukwu University Uli, Anambra State (2011-01 - 2011-12)