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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Dispute Resolution

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Rankings

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Dispute Resolution - Nigeria

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is a respected law firm with an emerging presence in the Nigerian dispute resolution market, demonstrating considerable arbitration experience. It is also active on a variety of litigation matters and engaged in evaluating companies' litigation portfolios. The team is notably active in the oil and gas space, and also serves insurance companies, banks and technology companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie advised Philip Morris on two appeals before the Nigerian Supreme Court regarding lawsuits filed by the Attorneys General of Kano and Ogun States for the reimbursement of healthcare costs related to smoking.

Strengths

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  • The team stands out in the Nigerian market with respect to quality in complex matters.

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  • The Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie team has top strategic and analytical thinking, strong responsiveness and mastery of procedural know-how.

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  • The firm has a proven track record of successfully resolving multiple disputes.

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  • Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie has a diligent and focused approach to handling matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Festus Onyia
    Band 4Festus Onyia

    Festus Onyia

    Festus Onyia is notably involved in the arbitration space, and his practice is international in scope. He also represents clients in litigation cutting across a broad range of issues such as corporate disputes as well as defamation suits. He is well versed in representing clients from the technology and energy sectors.

    • Festus is highly exposed, knowledgeable and always willing to help in finding solutions to our issues.

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    • Festus Onyia has a keen legal mind and great analytical skills.

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    • Festus routinely provides a high level of client service and quality of advice.

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    • Festus consistently delivers exceptional client service, while being responsive, clear in communication and demonstrating a genuine commitment to understanding our needs.

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  • Band 4Uzoma Azikiwe
    Band 4Uzoma Azikiwe

    Uzoma Azikiwe

    Uzoma Azikiwe SAN has longstanding experience in litigation and arbitration. His client roster spans the oil and gas, energy and financial services sectors.

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