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A.B. Sulu-Gambari & Co
Barristers & Solicitors
Experience. Expertise. Excellence.
Innovators of Law. Providers of Justice.
Practical solutions to real-world legal issues.
Progressive culture. Innovative vision. Collaborative.
A.B.Sulu-Gambari & Co., is a modern and dynamic firm of legal practitioners based in Lagos. Established in 1997, the firm has expanded quite considerably over the years. It enjoys the wealth of experience of its partners who have each put in not less than twenty (20) years at the Bar.
With the privilege of enjoying the consultancy and cooperation of reputable law firms abroad and possessing at its apex, the services of a retired Justice of the Court of Appeal as Consultant, we offer sound legal services based on our domestic and international expertise.
Learn MoreThe interest of our individual Clients is paramount and lies at the very centre of our being. We adhere to the core values of the legal profession which include confidentiality, trustworthiness, diligence and most importantly, a high level of professional conduct.
Our team of legal professionals, comprised of both old and "new" wigs, is both modern and dynamic in spirit.
Our flexibility and continuous development ensure that we are adaptive to constantly changing business climates while we remain unwavering in our goal which is to deliver highly skilled and individually tailored legal support.
With a keen attention to our Clients' needs, we act accordingly to deliver success. Ultimately, we strive to offer the very best.
Our Clientele spans the public and private sectors of the Nigerian economy and extends beyond the shores of Nigeria.
Fortified with extensive know-how, we ensure legal support in all fields of commercial law, guaranteed timely and constructive advice, and proactive guidance to our Clients.
Our firm has provided (and still provides) legal support to Ship Owners, Protection & Indemnity (P&I) Clubs, P&I Correspondents, Banks, Financial Institutions, Receivers of cargo, major Underwriters, Oil and Gas multinationals, Courier multinationals, Corporate Organizations and Governmental parastatals.
We have also worked in collaboration with various prestigious local and international law firms.
We humbly believe we are well equipped to handle and effectively represent the diverse and peculiar interests of various types of Clients.
Admiralty and Shipping
At A.B.Sulu-Gambari & Co., our vibrant admiralty and shipping practice department is at the pinnacle of admiralty and shipping practice in Nigeria. Our Clients include Ship Owners, Protection and Indemnity (P & I) Clubs, P & I Correspondents, Receivers of Cargo, Freight Forwarders and Charterers all over the world. Our firm has been largely involved in the formulation of shipping and management policies and was the lead shipping adviser on a core Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project. We are members of the Nigerian Maritime Law Association.
Energy and Natural Resources
Our Energy and Natural Resources Practice Group consists of knowledgeable and experienced practitioners well abreast of the modern trends and developments in the Energy and Natural Resources space. We provide regulatory compliance, advisory and due diligence support to individuals and corporate players within the energy and natural resources industry, in accordance with legal and industry requirements. We are currently on the legal advisory team of a gas pipeline project that is perhaps the biggest in Nigeria today.
Taxation
At A.B.Sulu-Gambari & Co., our underlying philosophy is to fully utilize all exemptions and incentives provided by the tax laws and regulations for the benefit of our Clients. We have a strong team of specialists handling all tax-related matters including disputes which are bound to arise between tax authorities, domestic/international corporations and financial institutions trading in Nigeria.
Capital Markets
The Nigerian capital market is a regulated market for long term investments where corporate equities and long-term debt securities are issued and traded. We are registered with the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as Capital Market Operators. Our capital market practice group comprises of lawyers with an indepth understanding of the domestic capital market and have an excellent grasp of the dynamics of the market and its regulations. We are able to provide expert advice to our Clients in connection with all types of offerings including public offerings and private placements of debt and equity.
Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Our litigation and dispute resolution practice group consists of litigators and certified arbitrators representing Clients locally and internationally. We are well equipped to help you navigate commercial disputes in and out of the courts, while securing your best interest. We have represented Clients in various superior courts and arbitral tribunals in Nigeria and abroad. We represented a Client in a London maritime arbitration winning the sum of over USD700,000.00 for our Client.
Banking and Finance
Our Banking and Finance practice group is recognized for its domestic and cross border financial transactions. In recent times, we have advised borrowers and lenders on debt, asset acquisition and project finance. Our team of lawyers is equipped to handle banking and finance related matters.
Focused Solution & Results
Best Law Practices
With seasoned lawyers who bring decades of collective experience in various areas of law, we ensure you recieve top-notch legal representation.
Efficiency & Trust
We prioritize efficiency in all aspects of our practice to save you time and resources. Knowing that trust is the foundation of our business relationships, we earn it through transparency and reliability.
Results You Deserve
Legal matters can have a profound impact on your life. You deserve an advocate who will fight for your interests. Our track record of success and satisfied Clients demonstrates our ability to deliver the results you deserve.
