Bloomfield LP is home to an experienced shipping and oil services team, and is commended by clients for its ‘deep sector expertise, client-focused service delivery, and innovative approach to problem-solving.’ The practice is well-equipped to advise both domestic and international clients on the full spectrum of matters including ship financing, aircraft acquisitions, and charter party negotiations. At the helm of the practice, Adedoyin Afun has expertise in maritime related issues and has a broad shipping and transport practice.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

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  • ‘Bloomfield LP is distinguished in the Nigerian legal market by its combination of deep sector expertise, client-focused service delivery, and innovative approach to problem-solving. The practice is structured to provide clients with practical, commercially sound advice while maintaining the highest professional standards.'
  • ‘The individuals at Bloomfield LP stand out for their depth of expertise, commitment to excellence, and client-focused approach to legal practice. Across all levels of the firm, the lawyers demonstrate a balance of technical competence, commercial awareness, and innovative thinking that distinguishes them from peers in the Nigerian legal market.'

Key clients

  • Integrated Shipping Services Nigeria Limited
  • Sea Transport Services Nigeria Limited
  • Stanbic IBTC Bank Limited
  • Lilybird Seaway Limited
  • Jeruzeth International Engineering Co Ltd
  • Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency
  • LATC Marine Limited
  • Lekki Port LFTZ Enterprises Limited
  • MRS Oil Nigeria Plc
  • Ejovi Offshore Limited
  • China Ship Owners Mutual Assurance Association
  • Wrist Shipping Supply

Work highlights

Advising the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency ("NIMASA") on the structuring and disbursement of the multi-million-dollar Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF), established in 2003 to support indigenous vessel acquisition.

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Adedoyin Afun
Adedoyin Afun
Practice head

Adedoyin Afun