Richard Diachi is an Associate in the Corporate and Commercial unit of Kenna Partners. As an Associate in the firm, he is responsible for providing comprehensive legal advisory and representative services to a diverse clientele across various sectors, including Energy, Oil and Gas, Intellectual Property, Banking and Finance, Equity Investment, Corporate Governance, Dispute Resolution, Taxation, and several others.
As an Energy law enthusiast, Richard plays a pivotal role in advising on a wide range of transactions, encompassing both multinational corporations and local entities within the Nigerian energy and power sectors. In addition, Richard has worked closely with the litigation team that has successfully represented major International Oil Companies (IOCs) in high-stakes disputes involving substantial financial claims. His expertise in crafting persuasive legal arguments has been instrumental in securing favourable outcomes, with his work contributing to precedent-setting decisions in courts of record. Richard’s ability to handle complex legal challenges and his strategic approach to litigation have made him an invaluable asset to the team.
A defining feature of his work is his unwavering commitment to tailoring each assignment to meet the client’s precise needs while ensuring full compliance with relevant regulations and statutes. This meticulous approach often requires close collaboration with technical experts to gain a deep understanding of the assignment’s operational requirements. He integrates this specialised knowledge into every aspect of the work, ensuring that the solutions provided are practical and aligned with industry standards.
Richard is focused on regulatory compliance and providing strategic counsel that drives sustainable corporate growth. His approach is rooted in a passion for empowering clients to achieve their business goals, while upholding the highest standards of excellence and integrity. Through his work, Richard consistently demonstrates a commitment to guiding clients through complex challenges, fostering an environment where business objectives are achieved with a focus on ethical and sustainable practices.
Relevant Experience
- Representation of an International Oil Company in a One Hundred and Forty-Three Billion Naira (N143,000,000,000) suit.
- Representation of a commercial bank against the Federal Inland Revenue Service in a tax dispute of over Fifteen Billion Naira (N15,000,000,000).
- Facilitated the acquisition of an asset worth over Ten Billion Naira (N10,000,000,000) on behalf of a client.
- Advised an equity investor on the modalities of investing in a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)
- Facilitated the establishment of a Power Generation Undertaking with a capacity of over 10 Megawatt.
- Provided corporate governance auditing service to a Holding Company with respect to its corporate structure.
Education
- B.L, Nigerian Law School, Abuja
- LL.B (Honours), Benson Idahosa University, Edo state.
Bars
- Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria
Memberships
- Member, Nigerian Bar Association
