
Cornelius Alaje
Managing AssociateCornelius is a Managing Associate of the Firm and heads the Abuja Office. He also doubles as the Deputy Head, Energy & Infrastructure Sector.
About
He is a Notary Public, Federal Republic of Nigeria with cognate experience in Commercial Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Asset Tracing and Debt Recovery. He Prosecutes, Defends, and Litigates on Intellectual Property Rights of Individuals and Big Corporates, both at the Trademark Registry and Appellate Courts.
His expertise extends to Advisory on Energy and Infrastructure, Real Estate Investment and Finance, Title Documentation, Real Estate Dispute Resolution, Review of Agreements and Contractual Documentation, Perfection of Title and Post Completion Deals.
Cornelius is vast in Crisis Management, Risk Assessment and Profiling, Assisting in Complying with the Nigerian Anti Money Laundering Laws and Obligations spelt out by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Independent Corrupt Practices and other related Offences Commission (ICPC), Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML), amongst others; as well as advising on compliance with Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), The UK Bribery Act and International Best Practice.
He routinely advises on the Rights and Obligations created by Law and Government Policies/Regulations ranging from Health and Safety, Consumer Protection, Environmental Protection, Labour and Employment, Insurance, Pension, Securities and Transportation, amongst others.
Cornelius is an alumnus of the Said Business School (University of Oxford), London School of Economics, Lagos Business School and Benue State University, amongst others.
Practice Areas
Professional Membership
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Nigerian Bar Association
Education
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Nigeria Law School B.L
Benue State University, Makurdi LL.B
College of Law of England & Wales: International Practice Diplomas in Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, International Business Organisation, and Joint Venture
Insights
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Embracing Digital Gestures A Review Of Canada’s Landmark Decision On The Use Of “Thumbs Up Emoji As A Mode Of Acceptance For A Legally Binding Contract.
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Emerging Issues in Enforcement of Copyright in Africa
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SEC’s Regulatory Oversight on Public Companies: An Appraisal of Securities and Exchange Commission v. Big Treat Plc & ORS.
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Technology, Media & Entertainment Sector Head, Ngozi Aderibigbe Addresses Data Protection Law in Nigeria in New Guide
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Award of Third-Party Funding (“TPF”) Costs in Arbitral Proceedings: A Review of the English Case of Essar Oilfields Services Limited V.Norscot Rig Manageme
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