Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Our expertise spans three core areas: Commercial Litigation, General Litigation, and Technology Litigation, complemented by our robust Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice, which includes Arbitration, Mediation, and Conciliation.

We represent corporate clients in high-stakes commercial disputes across multiple sectors. Our team has a deep understanding of business intricacies, enabling us to develop tailored litigation strategies that align with our clients’ commercial objectives. Our commercial litigation services include:

• Contractual Disputes – Advising and representing clients in disputes arising from contractual obligations and enforcement.

• Shareholder Disputes & Minority Protection – Defending and prosecuting cases involving shareholder rights, boardroom conflicts, and corporate governance.

• Debt Recovery & Insolvency – Conducting asset tracing, enforcing securities, and handling insolvency proceedings, including debt restructuring.

• Energy Disputes – Representing oil & gas and renewable energy companies in disputes related to upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.

• Tax Disputes – Challenging and defending tax assessments at the Federal Tax Appeal Tribunal and other legal institutions.

• Insurance Disputes – Resolving policyholder claims, indemnity disputes, and coverage denials.

• Competition & Antitrust Disputes – Representing clients in disputes concerning anti-competitive behavior, price-fixing, and market dominance issues.

• Banking & Financial Services Litigation – Advising and representing financial institutions in disputes relating to loans, securities, and financial instruments.

• Consumer Protection & Product Liability – Handling disputes related to defective products, misleading advertising, and consumer rights.

Our firm has a solid track record in handling general litigation matters, ensuring the protection of our clients' legal and business interests. We provide comprehensive litigation support in the following areas:

• Labour & Employment – Advising on employee rights, boardroom disputes, redundancy claims, trade union matters, and executive severance disputes.

• Tortious Liability – Representing clients in personal injury, negligence, and product liability claims.

• Investigations, White Collar & Ethics – Defending individuals and corporations in regulatory and white-collar crime investigations, fraud, and corporate ethics violations.

• Real Property Disputes – Managing property ownership conflicts, lease and tenancy disputes, and real estate development litigation.

• Medico-Legal Matters – Representing healthcare institutions and professionals in medical malpractice and regulatory compliance disputes.

• Transportation & Logistics – Handling disputes related to maritime, aviation, road transport, and logistics operations.

• Defamation & Media Law – Advising on reputation management, libel, slander, and media-related disputes.

• Environmental & Climate Change Litigation – Representing clients in environmental liability cases and regulatory compliance.

• Public Law & Human Rights Litigation – Advocating in constitutional and human rights-related matters.

As a leader in technology-related disputes, we provide specialized legal support in resolving conflicts arising from emerging digital innovations and regulatory challenges. Our services include:

• Internet & E-commerce Disputes – Addressing contractual and liability issues in online transactions.

• AI & Machine Learning Disputes – Advising on intellectual property, liability, and regulatory concerns in AI-driven industries.

• Fintech Disputes – Representing financial technology firms in regulatory compliance, licensing, and contract disputes.

• Telecommunication Disputes – Handling interconnectivity, licensing, and infrastructure-related disputes.

• Digital & Social Media Related Disputes – Addressing issues related to online content, defamation, and privacy rights.

• Software & Hardware Disputes – Resolving conflicts related to licensing, development contracts, and performance failures.

• Cybersecurity & Data Privacy – Advising on data breaches, regulatory investigations, and cybersecurity litigation.

• Data Protection/Privacy Disputes – Representing clients in regulatory enforcement actions and privacy compliance disputes.

• Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Disputes – Advising on legal challenges surrounding smart contracts, digital assets, and regulatory compliance.

• Intellectual Property (IP) & Technology Licensing Disputes – Handling patent, trademark, and copyright infringement claims.

Recognizing the efficiency of non-litigation dispute resolution mechanisms, we offer expertise in:

• Arbitration – Representing clients in both domestic and international arbitration proceedings, as well as enforcing arbitral awards.

• Mediation – Facilitating amicable settlements to resolve commercial and corporate disputes effectively.

• Conciliation – Assisting parties in negotiating structured settlements to prevent litigation.

• Negotiation & Early Case Assessment – Developing proactive dispute resolution strategies to minimize litigation risks.

• Expert Determination – Engaging industry experts to provide binding and non-binding determinations in complex disputes.

Our team comprises seasoned litigators, arbitrators, and mediators who are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. Whether through litigation or alternative dispute resolution, we provide strategic legal solutions that align with business objectives and legal imperatives.

For more information on how we can assist you, contact our Litigation & Dispute Resolution Team at Jackson, Etti & Edu.