Vivian Egwuatu

Drafted the Monthly Oil and Gas Industry recap in October and November 2024 for the Nigerian Petroleum Club.
Researched and synthesized relevant information on applicable legal framework of Payment Processing Services in 7 African countries to facilitate a Fintech company's expansion across West Africa.
Drafted Letters of Engagement and Deeds of Power of Attorney to facilitate the merger of two Fintech companies.
Formulated a webinar proposal on the topic, “Leveraging the African Continental Free Trade (“AfCFTA”) for Sports and Music Growth” for public sensitization on the subject.
Researched and drafted an article on Greenwashing in Nigeria for the firm’s knowledge bank.
Researched and drafted a blogpost titled, “Developments in the Oil and Gas Industry: A Review of 2024 and an Outlook for 2025” for publication on the firm’s website.
Conducted extensive preview and proofread of legal documents used in dispute resolution cases.

Completed extensive research tasks for the Dispute Resolution, Technology Innovation and Fintech, and Enterprise practice groups through the firm’s virtual platform for interns - The Blue Pod.
Delivered an in-depth presentation on “Green Bonds and Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contributions to Climate Change Mitigation” by connecting legal frameworks with policy objectives.
Analyzed and delivered a presentation on Civil and Criminal Appeals in Nigeria.
Researched case law concerning hard bargaining and competition law and gained relevant insights into the rudiments of those areas.

Researched extensively on intellectual property law and gave a formal presentation on the topic, “Twitter v Threads: Analyzing Arising Legal Issues” with emphasis on the IP implication of Thread’s allegations.
Conducted research tasks on tax, corporate and commercial law, finance, and dispute resolution which were incorporated into legal opinions.
Prepared legal opinion for a client on the licenses needed to operate a 24-hour restaurant in Lagos State.