James Omaye

Results-driven Legal Associate with proven experience in litigation support, regulatory compliance, and data privacy advisory. Skilled in drafting contracts, conducting due diligence, and mitigating legal risks for tech startups and corporate clients. Trusted to deliver strategic legal solutions that align with business objectives and evolving regulations.

Associate at Egya & Egya Associates (2025-07 – Present)

• Contributed to the successful resolution of litigation cases by preparing persuasive court filings, briefs, and legal arguments.
• Managed legal documentation for high-value property transactions exceeding ₦150M, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Conducted corporate due diligence and risk analysis, supporting informed decisions for, incorporations, and contractual partnerships.
• Spearheaded legal compliance strategies for virtual asset integration, ensuring full alignment with NDPR, SEC, and anti-money laundering laws.
• Drafted and reviewed legal frameworks and internal policies, enabling seamless product deployment and reducing legal exposure by 40%.
• Delivered legal risk assessments that shaped executive decision-making in tech-driven product launches.

Compliance Analyst / Vendor at DTunes Digital, Nigeria (2023-07 – Present)

• Implemented end-to-end KYC/AML protocols for 200+ monthly digital transactions, achieving 100% regulatory compliance.
• Enhanced customer retention by 25% through transparent pricing models and efficient dispute resolution.
• Strengthened internal controls to prevent data breaches, improving digital transaction security and customer trust.

Intern at Iliya A. Haruna & Co. (2023-07 – 2023-08)

• Contributed to the successful resolution of 25+ litigation cases by preparing persuasive court filings, briefs, and legal arguments.
• Managed legal documentation for high-value property transactions exceeding ₦150M, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Conducted corporate due diligence and risk analysis, supporting informed decisions for mergers, incorporations, and contractual partnerships.

Extern at High Court of Justice, Nasarawa State (2023-04 – 2023-07)

• Analyzed over 80 court files and legal rulings, providing insights that directly supported judgment drafting and legal interpretations.
• Prepared bench memoranda and assisted in synthesizing complex arguments into concise, judge-ready formats.
• Observed and documented judicial procedures, deepening understanding of courtroom dynamics and evidence evaluation.

NYSC Associate at HQ 8 Division Directorate of Legal Services (Nigerian Army) (2021-08 – 2022-07)

• Drafted legal opinions, court-martial documents, and legal reviews for over 15 criminal defense cases involving service personnel.
• Successfully negotiated five plea deals, shortening litigation timelines and reducing disciplinary penalties.
• Represented the Legal Directorate in court-martial sessions, reinforcing adherence to military justice protocols.

Intern at Jonah Aboje & Associates (2020 – 2020)

• Assisted in structuring real estate contracts and evaluating lease agreements for properties valued at ₦200M+.
• Identified key risk factors during property due diligence, helping clients make informed investment decisions.
• Supported correspondence management and legal filing, improving office response time by 30%.

Intern at EXP Marketing (2019 – 2019)

• Led compliance checks and branding approvals for Sensodyne's regional activation in Northern Nigeria.
• Coordinated stakeholder relations and field logistics to align with advertising and marketing laws.

BL – Nigerian Law School (2023)

LLB (Hons) – Kogi State University, Anyigba (2019)