Litigation Lawyer in Abuja

It depends on the nature of the dispute, your relationship with the other party, and your objectives. We provide honest advice on the most appropriate and cost-effective approach for your situation.

Commercial litigation in Nigerian courts can take 2 to 5 years or more. We also look at faster routes, such as arbitration, mediation or a negotiated settlement, where appropriate.

Yes, subject to certain conditions. Nigeria has reciprocal enforcement arrangements with some countries. We advise on the enforceability of foreign judgments and the process for registration.

A letter of demand is a formal letter, usually from a lawyer, that tells the other side what they owe or must do, why, and by when, and warns that legal action may follow. It often leads to payment or settlement without going to court, and it is useful evidence that you tried to resolve the matter first.

Yes. Police bail is free: the Police Act 2020 and the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 provide for release on a bond, with or without a surety, and no officer should ask for money to grant bail. The police may set conditions, such as a surety or reporting back on a set date. If money is demanded, note the officer's name and station and report it through the police complaint channels, such as the Complaint Response Unit of the state command or the Public Complaint Rapid Response Unit at Force Headquarters, or speak to a lawyer.

Yes. Our loan app harassment page explains how to report a loan app to the FCCPC, and a lawyer can send the lender a letter that puts it on notice.