Michael Akinola

A motivated Nigerian lawyer with experience in litigation support, legal research, corporate compliance, regulatory advisory, company secretarial practice, legal drafting, and legal publishing. Practical exposure includes litigation before the High Court of Lagos State, legal practice within a Senior Advocate of Nigeria's chambers, and over five years of corporate regulatory experience covering business registration, post-incorporation compliance, FinTech documentation, and statutory filings. A skilled legal writer and editor with strong analytical, drafting, and communication abilities, committed to delivering high-quality legal solutions.

Open to opportunities with law firms, multinational corporations, government agencies, and international organizations, with a willingness to relocate.

Legal Extern at Olalekan Yusuf, SAN & Co. (2025-09 – 2025-10)

• Conducted legal research supporting litigation, advisory, and regulatory matters.
• Drafted legal documents, pleadings, and supporting legal memoranda under professional supervision.
• Supported regulatory compliance assignments through legal analysis and documentation.
• Developed practical exposure to high-level litigation practice within a leading Senior Advocate's chambers.

Legal Extern at High Court of Lagos State, Ikeja Judicial Division (2025-06 – 2025-07)

• Observed civil and criminal proceedings, enhancing practical understanding of judicial processes.
• Assisted in preparing court processes under judicial supervision.
• Conducted legal research on electronic evidence, criminal justice reform, correctional centre congestion, bail administration, and access to justice.

Compliance & Regulatory Officer at Nairalem Solutions (2019 – 2024)

• Managed company incorporation and post-incorporation compliance processes for diverse business entities.
• Prepared and reviewed corporate and regulatory documentation to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Advised clients on regulatory obligations relating to corporate governance and business operations.
• Supported FinTech regulatory documentation and compliance initiatives.

Editorial Lead & Legal Writer at LawyersView (2016 – 2024)

• Review and edit legal manuscripts to ensure legal accuracy, consistency, and publication standards.
• Produce legal articles, commentaries, and analytical publications on contemporary legal issues.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research supporting legal publications and editorial projects.

Legal Assistant at Divine Chambers (2016 – 2017)

• Drafted legal correspondence and prepared court processes for litigation matters.
• Assisted counsel with trial preparation and litigation support activities.
• Maintained legal files and case documentation to support effective case management.
• Provided administrative and legal support to ensure efficient operation of the chambers.

Master of Laws (LL.M) in Law – Lead City University, Ibadan

Barrister-at-Law (B.L) in Law – Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus (2025)

Bar Part I in Law – University of Abuja (2024)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B Hons) in Law – Institut Supérieur de Communication et de Gestion (ISCG University) (2022)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B Hons) in Law – Houdegbe North American University Benin (HNAUB) (2016)