Michael is an exceptional legal practitioner who demonstrates innate intelligence in proffering timely, effective and cost-efficient solutions. He has appeared in numerous landmark proceedings before superior courts, domestic and international dispute resolution tribunals representing a wide spectrum of clients ranging from domestic and international multi-million-dollar businesses to different government departments and non-governmental organizations.
His remarkable expertise earned him recognition from the World Bank Group for his immense contributions to its international publication on global ease of doing business and best practices in 2019. He has been consistently ranked and recognized by Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (2021 - 2024) as a key lawyer in Dispute Resolution Practice. He has equally been regarded for his expertise in handling leases and asset acquisitions and advising on foreign investments. He has a solid track record in appearing in local and international maritime arbitration proceedings and before domestic and international tribunals.
In its reviews for 2024, IFLR 1000 commends Michael for been known for “Patience and professionalism”
In addition to his core competence as a legal practitioner, in 2021, Michael undertook a formal training with a Nigerian law enforcement agency, thereby placing him at a strong strategic advisory support position to Clients regarding matters involving law enforcement agencies in Nigeria.
Michael’s scholarly contributions and commentaries on salient legal issues, including real estate/construction law, dispute resolution, shipping, among others, indicate his passion and deep understanding of contemporary legal matters. He is a Notary Public for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Education
- University of Lagos, LL. B
- Nigerian Law School, B.L
- E. MBA (EACB)
- Babcock University - LLM (in view)
Bar Admissions
Barrister and Solicitor, Nigeria
Practice Areas
- Dispute Resolution
- Shipping & Oil Services
- Corporate & Commercial Law
- Real Estate & Construction
Professional Associations
- Nigerian Bar Association
- International Bar Association
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
- Nigerian Maritime Law Association