Private Equity Lawyers in Nigeria

We provide comprehensive legal services for private equity activities in Nigeria, supporting fund managers, limited partners, and portfolio companies. Our team has extensive experience in private equity fund formation, investment transactions, and portfolio company management across various sectors of the Nigerian economy. Our private equity lawyers in nigeria practice encompasses a comprehensive range of legal services designed to address the complex needs of businesses operating in Nigeria.

We provide expert counsel on Fund Formation & Structuring, Limited Partnership Agreements, Investment Due Diligence, Portfolio Company Management, ensuring that our clients receive strategic guidance tailored to their specific circumstances and objectives. Our team combines technical legal expertise with practical business acumen to deliver solutions that protect client interests while facilitating commercial success. With extensive experience representing clients across various sectors including financial services, infrastructure, technology, and energy, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities in the Nigerian market.

Our approach emphasizes proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning, enabling clients to make informed decisions and achieve their business goals. We work closely with clients to understand their objectives and develop customized legal strategies that align with their commercial priorities, helping them navigate complex transactions and regulatory requirements with confidence. Our private equity lawyers in nigeria practice encompasses a comprehensive range of legal services designed to address the complex needs of businesses operating in Nigeria.

We provide expert counsel on Fund Formation & Structuring, Limited Partnership Agreements, Investment Due Diligence, Portfolio Company Management, Board Governance, Exit Strategy Execution, ensuring that our clients receive strategic guidance tailored to their specific circumstances and objectives. Our team combines technical legal expertise with practical business acumen to deliver solutions that protect client interests while facilitating commercial success.

With deep experience in Private equity fund formation, Limited partnership structuring, Investment transaction execution, Portfolio company governance, we understand the nuances of Nigerian law and regulatory requirements, enabling us to provide sophisticated legal advice that addresses both immediate needs and long-term strategic objectives. With extensive experience representing clients across various sectors including financial services, infrastructure, technology, and energy, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities in the Nigerian market.

Our approach emphasizes proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning, enabling clients to make informed decisions and achieve their business goals. We work closely with clients to understand their objectives and develop customized legal strategies that align with their commercial priorities, helping them navigate complex transactions and regulatory requirements with confidence. Our team's commitment to excellence and deep understanding of the Nigerian legal landscape makes us a trusted partner for businesses seeking strategic legal counsel.

Services Offered

Fund Formation & Structuring
Limited Partnership Agreements
Investment Due Diligence
Portfolio Company Management
Board Governance
Exit Strategy Execution
Regulatory Compliance
Performance Monitoring
Limited Partner Relations
Investment Committee Support
Co-investment Structuring
Fund Administration
Reporting & Transparency

Our Experience

Private equity fund formation
Limited partnership structuring
Investment transaction execution
Portfolio company governance
Exit strategy planning and execution
Regulatory compliance for PE funds
Cross-border private equity transactions
Sector-specific PE investments
Fund administration and reporting
Limited partner advisory services
Investment committee governance
Performance benchmarking and reporting

Case Studies

Infrastructure Private Equity Fund Formation

March 2024

Assisted in the formation of a $200M infrastructure private equity fund focused on Nigerian infrastructure projects, including fund structuring, regulatory approvals, and initial investment execution.

Successfully launched fund with commitments from international institutional investors and completed first infrastructure investment.

Client Success Stories

Successfully formed $200M infrastructure private equity fund
Completed major infrastructure acquisition for PE portfolio
Achieved successful exit through strategic sale
Implemented effective portfolio company governance
Secured regulatory approval for international PE investment
Facilitated co-investment partnership with development finance institution

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