An excellent law firm. Dr Elias' advice is always on-point
G. Elias's 'outstanding brilliant, decisive, resolute and results-oriented' Gbolahan Elias, very knowledgeable, helpful, empathetic and supportive
Restructuring and Insolvency
Their turn-around time is particularly impressive. Industry knowledge and international network are also major plusses.
G. Elias's Banking and Finance department is well-known for its expertise in financing transactions of different nature
Fred Onuobia and Fidelis Adewole are highly regarded for dispute resolution instructions across all industry sectors, ranging from commercial, maritime, banking and finance, oil and gas and many other areas
G. Elias is 'one of the best out there', with 'top-notch response times and the ability to deliver desired results'
M&A and private equity
Extremely knowledgeable and helpful
G. Elias is very technical and professional. They are responsive and specialised in corporate finance transactions
Segun Omoregie is a "Recommended Lawyer"
Great response time. Available for meetings at short notice. Very dynamic, practical and solution driven
The team of 'sterling professionals' acts for world-leading multinational corporations, including numerous UK and US-Listed companies, in multibillion-dollar product liability cases
Project Development
Always willing to find a solution, including trying new things which Nigerian law may not cater for
With 'strong industry knowledge' and 'the ability to simplify complex issues', G. Elias advises its international client base on complex tax matters, oil field developments, regulatory licensing, sale and handling of crude hydrocarbons, drilling contracts and acquisitions agreements
Banking and project finance
The firm provides incisive advice on issues material to the deal
Project finance and development
Very strong corporate finance practice. Strong technical skills. Highly responsive
Fidells Adewole is a "Recommended Lawyer"
Strong technical skills. Highly innovative. Very responsive to client requirements
Fred Onuobia is 'an ideal partner for negotiating and documenting commercial transactions'
Gbolahan Elias makes it all seem so easy
Fred Onuobia is knowledgeable, accessible, and very helpful
Gbolahan Elias is 'an erudite scholar who is well respected among peers'
Corporate/Commercial - Chambers Global, 2016
Fred is described as bright and practical