
Rotimi Ogunjobi
Sports Lawyer and Business Professional
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About
Multifaceted legal and event operations professional with international experience and a Master's in Sports Law and Business. Demonstrates proven success in contract review, risk and compliance analysis, and managing high-profile sporting events. Adept in coordinating logistics for state and international tournaments, conducting policy reviews, and supporting legal operations for both private firms and public agencies.
Brings a strong combination of legal precision, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. Highly skilled in delivering under pressure, solving real-time challenges, and aligning processes with regulatory standard.
Experience
Operations Associate at Arizona Soccer Association (2025-06 – Present)
- Coordinated logistics for state leagues, including scheduling, injury reports, and disciplinary actions.
- Drafted and implemented operational policies such as Emergency Action Plans to enhance safety.
- Reviewed legal documents including contracts and waivers to assess risks and ensure compliance.
- Managed game-day logistics, resolving operational issues under time constraints.
Operations Intern at Arizona Soccer Association (2024-08 – 2025-05)
- Coordinated logistics for state leagues, including scheduling, injury reports, and disciplinary actions.
- Supported tournament operations for Far West ODP Championships and ODP training events.
- Handled game-day tasks, including venue setup and match operations.
- Documented incident reports and collaborated with legal and logistics staff.
Volunteer Coordinator at Copa America USA 2024 (2024-06 – 2024-07)
- Maintained complete inventory control and VIP access compliance across venue zones.
- Ensured efficient credential distribution for VIPs, sponsors, and media personnel.
- Collaborated in daily briefings with CONMEBOL and stadium leadership teams.
- Monitored security and logistical operations throughout matchday.
Junior Associate at Olujinmi & Akeredolu LP & Notaries Public (2022-06 – 2023-08)
- Drafted and reviewed civil and commercial contracts, delivering high-accuracy legal advice.
- Conducted client intake, court preparation, and managed case documentation.
- Contributed to a landmark civil dispute resolution through alternative dispute resolution strategies.
- Oversaw billing and collections, improving firm's client payment compliance by 89%.
Education
Master of Sports Law & Business in Sports Law and Business – Sandra Day OConnor College of Law, Arizona State University (2023-08 – 2024-12)
Barrister at Law (B.L) in Law – Nigerian Law School, Bwari, FCT (2020-01 – 2021-04)
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) in Laws – Afe Babalola University, Nigeria (2014-09 – 2019-11)
