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Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

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Nigeria

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Banking, finance and capital markets

Commended by clients for ‘its distinctive blend of expertise, innovation, and client centric approach’, the banking, finance, and capital markets practice at Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe is led by an experienced duo Adeleke Alex-Adedipe and Adeniyi Duale, and Adedipe advises corporates, regulators, and investors on a range of financing and capital raising transactions, while Duale handles private equity investments and venture capital deals. Simisola Eyisanmi and Seye Ayinla are also notable members within the team.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team is highly collaborative, responsive, and efficient in handling complex matters. They stand out for their ability to deliver practical solutions and consistent results, supported by strong industry knowledge. Their innovative use of technology, flexible billing, and inclusive culture make the client experience seamless and distinct from other firms.’
  • ‘Working with Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe (DOA) has been a great experience. From the very beginning, they demonstrated a deep understanding of our needs as a growing business in the capital market space. Their expertise in structuring transactions, navigating complex regulatory requirements, and ensuring seamless execution gave us the clarity and confidence we needed at every stage.'
  • ‘DOA distinguishes itself through a blend of legal, commercial, and regulatory expertise that goes beyond traditional advisory work. The practice is not just about documenting transactions; it focuses on structuring innovative solutions that align with clients’ business goals and compliance requirements.'
  • ‘The DOA team is exceptional and very knowledgeable. They treat all matters with dedication, care, and diligence. They prioritise the client's needs and ensure that these needs are met even when there is a strict deadline.'
  • ‘I had a very excellent experience working with the team. Adeniyi Duale and Seye Ayinla displayed a high level of professionalism in discharging their roles as legal counsel to the transaction. The key strength of the team includes seasoned and deep knowledge in various practice areas, understanding of Nigeria’s business environment and regulatory framework, and leveraging on technology and creative problem-solving to deliver efficient services. ’
  • ‘Duane, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe stands out in the legal landscape due to its distinctive blend of expertise, innovation, and client centric approach. A potential client will likely appreciate the firm’s proactive and solution-driven approach, expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments, ability to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions, and strong track record of delivering high-quality results. ’

Key clients

  • Polaris Bank Limited
  • Halkin Investment (BVI) Limited
  • Ojaja Pan African Limited
  • Fayus Limited
  • 5554 Technologies Limited
  • Parthian Partners Limited and Parthian Partners Funding SPV Plc
  • Voda Infrastructure Refi Company SPV Plc
  • Aruwa Capital Management
  • Octerra Capital Limited

Work highlights

Advised Polaris Bank Limited on the restructuring of a significant $107,500,000.00 loan facility granted to Marine Platforms Limited.
Practice head

Adeleke Alex-Adedipe; Adeniyi Duale

Other key lawyers

Simisola Eyisanmi; Seye Ayinla

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