Olubukola Akingbade

Dual-qualified solicitor (England & Wales and Nigeria), newly admitted in England & Wales (March 2026), with 2+ years of private practice experience across corporate transactions, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution support. Experienced in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, including service and distribution contracts, asset transfers, and settlement agreements, alongside legal advisory, corporate governance, and cross-border work. Comfortable acting as a trusted adviser to business stakeholders and translating legal complexity into clear, practical guidance.

Looking to bring a strong corporate and commercial foundation to an in-house role across diverse sectors.

Legal Assistant (Volunteer) - Quilombo UK

(2026-04)

• Conducting legal research to support organisational activities and decision-making
• Reviewing contracts and internal documents to identify legal and compliance considerations
• Assisting with legal support across departments, including HR, marketing, and operations
• Supporting the development and review of internal policies and procedures

Legal Associate - Candide Johnson Law Practice

(2024-02 - 2024-12)

• Acted as key legal contact for a compressed natural gas distribution company facing regulatory proceedings before Nigeria's EFCC (conspiracy and money laundering allegations against a former director), whilst simultaneously managing USD 6,000,000 debt recovery proceedings and advising on strategy, compliance obligations and risk exposure throughout. The Client successfully settled with the debtor for USD 4,500,000.
• Advised a UK-based multinational entertainment and record label group on the cross-border importation of capital into Nigeria, drafting all supporting regulatory documentation and correspondence to facilitate inward investment. The company successfully imported capital and began operating legally and without hassle in Nigeria.
• Drafted and negotiated over 10 commercial agreements, including leases, licences, asset transfers and settlement agreements. Supported by end-to-end due diligence and producing clear risk summaries to guide client decision-making.
• Provided company secretarial support for 2 UK-based companies operating in Nigeria and 4 Nigerian corporate clients, drafting board resolutions, constitutional documents and Companies House filings. Advised on corporate reorganisation matters, including receivership, winding-up and liquidation.
• Advised on compliance matters across commercial relationships, including KYC/AML assessments, trademark registration and IP protection strategy.

Legal Associate - CrestHall Attorneys

(2022-12 - 2024-01)

• Advised a technology start-up on optimal legal structure for incorporation, recommending a structure designed to support fundraising and limit personal liability; drafted a shareholders' agreement covering governance, voting rights, exit strategies and minority protections.
• Drafted and reviewed several commercial agreements, including joint ventures, shareholder and partnership agreements, service and distribution contracts, licensing agreements and financing documentation.
• Advised business clients on corporate compliance obligations, conducting compliance reviews to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulatory guidelines.
• Provided company secretarial support, including preparation for board meetings, drafting resolutions, and managing statutory filings.

LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) - Legal Practice - University of Law (2025-01 - 2026-04)

Solicitor of England and Wales (SQE route) (2026-03)

Solicitor and Barrister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (2022-01)

Bachelor of Laws - Laws - University of Essex (2017-01 - 2020-01)