Guidance Law Firm is a full-service law firm based in Nigeria, offering strategic legal solutions to individuals, businesses, and institutions. With a reputation for excellence, integrity, and client-focused advocacy, we handle a wide range of matters including litigation, arbitration, corporate law, capital markets, family law, human rights, and more.
Our team is composed of experienced, commercially savvy, and compassionate legal professionals committed to helping clients navigate legal complexities with confidence. Whether it’s resolving disputes, structuring investments, managing compliance, or protecting intellectual property, we deliver results through deep legal insight and a practical, goal-oriented approach.
We are proud to support a diverse client base across sectors such as finance, real estate, technology, energy, telecommunications, healthcare, and international business. From startups and SMEs to government institutions and multinational corporations, we serve as trusted partners in advancing our clients’ legal and business goals.
At Guidance Law Firm, we don’t just offer legal services—we offer peace of mind.
Founded in 2004
20 people in their team
We are committed to defending the fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals and communities. Our Civil and Human Rights Practice focuses on protecting constitutional rights, challenging injustices, and advocating for social equity through strategic litigation and legal advocacy.
We represent clients in cases involving discrimination, freedom of expression, unlawful detention, and other civil liberties violations. We also partner with NGOs and public interest groups to pursue cases that drive systemic reform and advance justice for marginalized populations.
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Our approach blends deep legal expertise with a strong sense of social responsibility. Whether representing individuals or driving collective impact, we use the law as a tool to promote fairness, dignity, and justice for all.
At Guidance Law Firm, we provide strategic and result-oriented legal support in all matters related to debt recovery, insolvency, and financial restructuring. Our experienced team works with creditors, debtors, financial institutions, and distressed businesses to recover debts efficiently, resolve financial distress, and navigate insolvency proceedings with confidence.
We assist clients in negotiating settlements, enforcing judgments, and managing bankruptcy applications. Our services also include commercial debt collection, asset tracing, voluntary administration, liquidation, restructuring, and representation in insolvency litigation.
Whether you are a lender seeking recovery, a business facing financial challenges, or a company navigating bankruptcy laws, our goal is to protect your interests while delivering timely and commercially viable solutions.
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We bring deep legal expertise and a proactive approach to help clients regain financial control and achieve favorable outcomes in high-stakes debt matters.
We offer tailored corporate and commercial legal services that support businesses at every stage of growth—from formation to expansion, compliance, restructuring, and dispute resolution. We work closely with startups, SMEs, large corporations, and international investors to deliver practical legal solutions that align with your business objectives.
Our team provides in-depth guidance on business formation, corporate governance, contract negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. With a strong understanding of Nigeria’s evolving business landscape, we help clients navigate risks, seize opportunities, and remain compliant with applicable laws.
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We combine legal precision with commercial insight to ensure your business is protected, well-structured, and ready to scale.
Guidance Law Firm provides strong, strategic defense for individuals and entities facing criminal investigations or prosecution. Our Criminal Defense Practice is built on a foundation of legal expertise, discretion, and a commitment to protecting our clients’ rights at every stage of the legal process.
We defend clients against a wide range of criminal charges—from white-collar crimes and regulatory offenses to serious felonies. Our team ensures due process is upheld, evidence is challenged, and clients receive fair representation in court.
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We understand the stress and stakes involved in criminal matters. Our approach is thorough, confidential, and centered on achieving the best possible outcome—whether that’s dismissal, acquittal, or a favorable resolution.
We offer comprehensive legal support in Employment and Labour Law, helping businesses and individuals navigate workplace issues with clarity and confidence. We understand the critical role human capital plays in organizational success and are committed to fostering compliant, fair, and productive work environments.
We advise employers on contracts, HR policies, workplace investigations, and regulatory compliance. We also represent employees in disputes, wrongful dismissal cases, and claims involving discrimination or harassment.
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Whether you're an organization aiming to reduce legal risk or an individual seeking to protect your workplace rights, our team provides responsive, strategic advice tailored to your goals.
We are committed to defending the fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals and communities. Our Civil and Human Rights Practice focuses on protecting constitutional rights, challenging injustices, and advocating for social equity through strategic litigation and legal advocacy.
We represent clients in cases involving discrimination, freedom of expression, unlawful detention, and other civil liberties violations. We also partner with NGOs and public interest groups to pursue cases that drive systemic reform and advance justice for marginalized populations.
Our services include:
Our approach blends deep legal expertise with a strong sense of social responsibility. Whether representing individuals or driving collective impact, we use the law as a tool to promote fairness, dignity, and justice for all.
At Guidance Law Firm, we provide compassionate and results-driven legal support in all areas of Family Law. We understand that family-related legal matters are deeply personal and often emotionally challenging, which is why we prioritize clarity, empathy, and discretion in every case.
Our team helps individuals and families navigate complex legal processes involving marriage, children, property, and domestic relationships. Whether you’re seeking protection, resolution, or a fresh start, we are here to guide you with care and legal precision.
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We work to resolve matters efficiently—through negotiation, mediation, or litigation—while always protecting the best interests of our clients and their loved ones.
At Guidance Law Firm, we help clients protect, manage, and maximize the value of their intellectual property assets in today’s innovation-driven economy. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creator, startup, or corporation, we offer strategic legal guidance to safeguard your ideas, brands, and inventions.
Our IP team handles everything from registrations to enforcement, licensing, and litigation. We understand the commercial importance of IP and provide tailored solutions to help you stay competitive and compliant.
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We combine legal insight with industry knowledge to support creators and businesses in protecting what sets them apart.
We provide strategic, thorough, and result-oriented legal representation in a wide range of civil and commercial disputes. Whether through litigation, arbitration, or negotiation, we are committed to protecting our clients’ interests and achieving favorable outcomes.
Our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team is known for its deep legal expertise, agility in high-stakes matters, and a client-first approach that ensures each case is handled with diligence and clarity.
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We represent individuals, businesses, institutions, and government agencies in complex legal disputes across various industries. With every case, we aim to resolve conflict efficiently, whether in court or through alternative dispute resolution methods.
We offer expert legal services in real estate, tenancy, and estate management, helping clients navigate property transactions, leases, and disputes with confidence and legal clarity. We work with private landlords, tenants, developers, investors, estate managers, and institutions involved in residential, commercial, and industrial real estate.
Our team ensures that all property-related agreements, documentation, and processes are legally sound, compliant, and aligned with our clients’ goals.
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Whether you're leasing a single unit, managing a property portfolio, or navigating a legal property dispute, our team ensures your real estate interests are protected and optimized.
We provide cutting-edge legal support to clients operating in the fast-evolving sectors of media, technology, fintech, and telecommunications. Our legal team advises startups, tech companies, content creators, service providers, and investors on how to stay innovative while remaining compliant in a regulated digital environment.
We help you structure your business, protect intellectual property, manage data, and navigate commercial agreements in emerging industries that demand both legal agility and technical understanding.
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From software development to digital broadcasting and fintech innovation, we partner with clients to build legally sound foundations for growth in Nigeria’s digital economy.
We provide trusted legal assistance in all aspects of immigration and nationality law, helping individuals, families, and businesses manage cross-border movements with confidence and compliance.
Whether you’re seeking residency, work permits, or investment-related immigration support, our team offers practical legal guidance that aligns with both local and international requirements. We also support corporate clients in managing expatriate staff, permits, and immigration compliance.
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With a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and cross-border challenges, we make your transition seamless—whether for employment, business, or personal reasons.
Nduduisi Nwegwa is the Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Guidance Law Firm. A results-driven legal practitioner with years of experience across corporate, commercial, and litigation practice, Nduduisi plays a leading role in the firm’s strategic direction and client advisory.
His expertise spans a broad range of areas including dispute resolution, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, investment advisory, and public interest law. Known for his precision, integrity, and client-first approach, he has advised individuals, startups, multinational corporations, and public institutions on complex legal and regulatory matters.
Nduduisi is deeply committed to advancing legal excellence and ethical standards in the Nigerian legal sector. His leadership at Guidance Law Firm reflects the firm’s values of responsiveness, professionalism, and innovation.
Dr. Michael Eigbemekhe is a highly respected legal practitioner and Co-Founder of Guidance Law Firm. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in both private practice and legal research, Dr. Eigbemekhe brings depth, strategic insight, and thought leadership to the firm’s operations.
His areas of focus include constitutional law, human rights, administrative law, and public interest litigation. He is particularly recognized for his contributions to legal reform and advocacy work, as well as for his commitment to justice, equity, and institutional accountability.
As a partner, Dr. Eigbemekhe plays a pivotal role in mentoring junior lawyers and steering the firm’s policy and advocacy-driven legal services. His scholarly approach, combined with practical courtroom experience, makes him a trusted advisor to clients and a valued voice in Nigeria’s legal landscape.
Cyprian Otta Adoga is a Senior Associate at Guidance Law Firm with a solid track record in dispute resolution, corporate advisory, and regulatory compliance. He is known for his analytical approach, meticulous legal research, and strong courtroom advocacy.
Cyprian has represented clients in high-stakes civil and commercial litigation, arbitration, and employment-related matters. He also advises corporate clients on legal structuring, contract negotiation, and compliance with Nigerian regulatory frameworks.
Dedicated and detail-oriented, Cyprian supports clients with strategic insights and practical legal solutions across sectors including finance, real estate, and technology. His contributions continue to strengthen the firm’s reputation for excellence and client satisfaction.
Ayoola Agbati is a seasoned legal professional and Senior Counsel at Guidance Law Firm, with core expertise in corporate law, commercial transactions, and regulatory advisory. She is highly regarded for her practical, business-minded approach to legal problem-solving and her deep understanding of Nigeria’s legal and commercial landscape.
Ayoola regularly advises clients on business formation, contract structuring, compliance issues, and dispute avoidance strategies. Her experience also spans employment law, real estate, and intellectual property matters.
Known for her professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail, Ayoola plays a key role in delivering high-quality legal services that align with clients’ goals while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.
Odo Etonu Ugwu is a dedicated Senior Counsel at Guidance Law Firm, bringing a wealth of experience in litigation, family law, and public interest advocacy. She is known for her client-centered approach, strong legal analysis, and commitment to achieving fair and just outcomes.
Her practice includes representing clients in civil disputes, family-related cases such as custody and adoption, and matters involving human rights violations. Odo also contributes to the firm’s work in pro bono advocacy and legal reform, particularly in areas impacting vulnerable communities.
With a calm and strategic approach, she provides clients with clear guidance through sensitive and complex legal issues—ensuring that each case is handled with empathy, professionalism, and integrity.
Smart Obile Green is a skilled Senior Associate Counsel at Guidance Law Firm, with a strong focus on commercial litigation, debt recovery, and regulatory compliance. He brings a strategic mindset and deep legal acumen to every case, helping clients resolve disputes efficiently and protect their commercial interests.
Smart has successfully represented both corporate and individual clients in complex litigation and alternative dispute resolution. He is also experienced in advising on corporate transactions, contract enforcement, and insolvency matters.
Highly regarded for his attention to detail and results-driven approach, Smart plays a key role in delivering client-centered legal solutions that are both practical and impactful.
Usulor Emeka Solomon is a respected Senior Counsel at Guidance Law Firm, with substantial experience in litigation, human rights law, and constitutional matters. He is recognized for his strong advocacy skills, legal insight, and unwavering dedication to justice and due process.
Emeka has represented clients in various courts across Nigeria, handling complex civil and criminal cases, public interest litigation, and matters involving the enforcement of fundamental rights. He also provides legal advisory to NGOs and individuals seeking redress for violations of civil liberties.
Passionate about using the law as a tool for social impact, Emeka blends deep legal knowledge with a purpose-driven approach, ensuring clients receive not only legal solutions but also compassionate representation.
Joseph Jonathan is a Senior Affiliate Counsel at Guidance Law Firm, bringing cross-functional legal experience in corporate law, dispute resolution, and commercial advisory. As a trusted external collaborator, he contributes to the firm’s mission of delivering responsive and high-quality legal services across diverse practice areas.
Joseph regularly advises on business transactions, contract negotiation, and risk management, while also offering support in litigation and regulatory matters. His ability to provide clear, strategic legal guidance makes him a valuable resource to clients and a key extension of the firm’s legal team.
Through his affiliate role, Joseph ensures consistency, professionalism, and seamless integration in client engagements requiring specialized or cross-jurisdictional expertise.
Kura Emmanuel Aondohemba is a seasoned Senior Counsel at Guidance Law Firm, with extensive experience in litigation, regulatory compliance, and corporate legal advisory. Known for his analytical precision and strategic mindset, Kura supports clients in resolving disputes and managing legal risks across various sectors.
He has handled complex matters involving commercial contracts, employment disputes, debt recovery, and administrative law. Kura is also actively involved in drafting legal opinions and advising on compliance with Nigerian regulatory frameworks.
With a client-first approach and strong advocacy skills, Kura delivers practical, result-driven legal solutions while upholding the firm’s core values of integrity and excellence.
Tive Prize Onitsha is a Senior Affiliate Counsel at Guidance Law Firm, providing specialized legal support in dispute resolution, business law, and regulatory compliance. With a reputation for diligence and clear legal thinking, Tive collaborates closely with the firm on complex matters requiring targeted expertise and strategic execution.
His practice includes advising on commercial transactions, contract enforcement, and representing clients in civil and corporate disputes. As an affiliate counsel, he brings valuable external perspective and agility to the firm’s operations, particularly in high-stakes or regionally specific cases.
Tive’s strong professional ethics and client-focused approach make him a trusted extension of the Guidance Law Firm legal team.
