Mase D. Acho-Asani

Strategic and results-driven Legal Counsel with 19 years of progressive legal experience spanning corporate practice, regulatory compliance, company secretarial practice, employment law, and litigation. Combines courtroom advocacy and practical advisory experience, delivering integrated legal and governance solutions with strong board-level engagement. Deep understanding of data protection laws, intellectual property, corporate governance frameworks, dispute resolution, corporate structuring, and compliance systems.

Results-oriented, known for integrity, precision, and sound judgment, with a passion for aligning legal strategy with business growth, regulatory compliance, and sustainable governance. Operates effectively as a trusted external advisor and a strategic in-house partner to leadership and boards.

Managing Partner - M.D. Acho Chambers - Abuja, Nigeria

(2017-01)

• Lead the firm's corporate, commercial, and regulatory advisory practice, overseeing governance compliance, contract drafting, and dispute management.
• Advise organizations, boards, and senior management on corporate governance, company secretarial procedures, and regulatory compliance in line with CAMA and regulatory codes.
• Manage board and committee documentation, including notices, minutes, and resolutions, ensuring statutory filings and post-meeting compliance.
• Provide strategic advisory on labour relations and internal control systems.
• Develop operational, and compliance policy frameworks for client organizations.
• Represent clients in civil and criminal litigation, as well as debt recovery negotiations and litigation, consistently achieving favourable outcomes.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution strategies.
• Actively participate in board meetings and AGMs, ensuring proper recordkeeping, disclosure, and governance alignment.
• Deliver pro bono legal aid in human rights and constitutional matters.

Head of Practice - Aliyu & Musa Legal Practitioners - Abuja, Nigeria

(2022-01 - 2025-01)

• Managed firm operations and led legal team in litigation matters, corporate advisory transactional services.
• Participated in advising corporate clients on governance structures, employment policies, and PPP frameworks for infrastructure projects.
• Drafted and reviewed contracts, service-level agreements, and board charters to strengthen governance systems.
• Provided legal opinions on compliance with CAMA, NDPR, and regulatory requirements.
• Represented clients in high-level negotiations, dispute resolution processes, litigation before Federal, State, and Appellate Courts, and debt recovery actions, securing positive results for clients.
• Prepared legal documents, case briefs, and advisory reports supporting strategic decision-making.

Head of Chambers - Madyan Legal Consult - Abuja, Nigeria

(2012-01 - 2017-01)

• Managed civil, commercial, and labour-related litigation while providing advisory on regulatory compliance and governance.
• Handled debt recovery negotiations and litigation, achieving significant recoveries for clients.
• Participated in board and shareholder meetings, drafted resolutions, and maintained statutory records.
• Advised SMEs and organizations on compliance structures and internal policy frameworks.
• Represented clients in appellate and civil courts, ensuring strategic litigation outcomes.

Associate - Global Solicitors & Partners - Abuja, Nigeria

(2011-01 - 2012-01)

• Conducted corporate secretarial functions, including board documentation and CAC filings.
• Represented clients in corporate litigation and arbitration.
• Provided legal opinions and due diligence reports for commercial transactions.

Counsel - Y.C. Maikyau & Co. - Abuja, Nigeria

(2009-01 - 2010-01)

• Handled commercial, civil, and appellate litigation
• Assisted in client consultation and advisory
• Conducted in-depth legal research and drafted briefs and pleadings for high-volume cases.

Pupil State Counsel - Department of Public Prosecutions, Ministry of Justice - Abeokuta, Ogun State

(2007-01 - 2008-01)

• Prepared legal opinions and prosecution documents for state cases.
• Reviewed case files for compliance with statutory procedures and advised law enforcement agencies.
• Participated in criminal prosecution

Barrister at Law - Law - Nigerian Law School, Enugu (2007)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B Hons) - Law - Benue State University, Makurdi (2006)

Master of Laws - Corporate Governance - Robert Kennedy College, Zurich, Switzerland