Ozioma Soludo - Kenna Partners | Top law firm in Nigeria

Ozioma Soludo is a dedicated member of the Dispute Resolution and Energy Practice Units at Kenna Partners. Her expertise spans diverse services, including corporate and commercial law, and she routinely advises a wide range of clients.

In her role within the Dispute Resolution unit, Ozioma has garnered substantial experience representing clients in complex disputes across various industries. She provides strategic counsel on litigation and arbitration matters, ensuring our clients are well-prepared for any legal challenges that may arise. Her approach is centered on minimising risks and finding practical solutions that align with our clients’ business and personal objectives, helping them avoid protracted litigation whenever possible.

Ozioma’s expertise extends to the Energy and Natural Resources sector, where she offers specialised legal advice on transactions and regulatory compliance. She has an understanding of the industry’s unique challenges and works closely with clients to navigate the complexities of the sector. She has also represented IOCs in several oil spill litigations. Her ability to foresee potential legal issues and proactively address them has made her an invaluable asset to clients operating in this sector.

In addition to her dispute resolution and energy practice, Ozioma provides comprehensive corporate and commercial services. She advises multinational and national clients on matters such as corporate governance and regulatory compliance. Our clients benefit from her thorough knowledge of both local and international legal landscapes, allowing them to make informed decisions that drive their businesses forward.

Ozioma is known for her meticulous attention to detail, ability to confidently manage high-stakes cases, and her unwavering dedication to our clients’ successes. Her commitment to providing innovative solutions to legal problems, in line with the Firm’s culture, positions her as a trusted advisor to clients seeking reliable and effective legal representation.

Relevant Experience

Key member of the team that successfully defended CBN’s interest and preserved the creation of the Special Tribunal for the Enforcement and Recovery of Eligible Loans under BOFIA 2022.
Key member of the team that successfully defended a Commercial Bank’s interest against a claim of $9,600,000.
Successfully obtained the consent of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission to charge interest in an Oil Mining Lease, on behalf of a client.
Key member of the team representing The Association of Banks’ Legal Advisers and Company Secretaries in a suit seeking the interpretation of various sections of the Personal Income Tax Act.
Routinely provide legal advisory services to Clients.
Corporate filings on behalf of Clients.
Regularly interface with Government Agencies, such as the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, on behalf of Clients.
Routinely carry out searches at the Abuja Geographic Information System (AGIS), Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria on behalf of Clients.

Education

B.L, Nigerian Law School, Lagos
B (Hons), Nile University of Nigeria

Bars

Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria

Memberships

Member, Nigerian Bar Association
Member, The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA)

Expertise

Dispute Resolution
Intellectual Property
Corporate and Commercial
Energy and Natural Resources
Legal Advisory

Publications

Other Counsel Members

Helen Okori is an Associate at the firm, with a focus on disputes arising from the energy sector, labour and employment as well as dispute resolution.