Dr. Uyi has garnered over twenty-two years of business and several years of legal experience in both residential and commercial real estate transactions, corporate trade finance, corporate governance, crafting investment ventures, fintech startup’s, blockchain transactions and strategic corporates/commercial partnerships. He has developed core skills in Venture Capital Structures, Investment-Trade Finance, Procurement Services financing, Funds Management, and Structured Trade Finance. Specifically, he has honed his portfolio management acumen in the areas of Debt Capital Structures and Direct Equity Investments.

Since founding Ranbrook Partners LP, Uyi has represented several private and institutional clients in diverse aspects and stages of corporate/commercial transactions. This includes but not limited to,  full-tunkey real estate development transactions, corporate mergers and acquisitions, capital market, employment/labour law, maritime law, oil and gas law and energy law.

Dr. Osemwegie regularly counsels for-profit and non-profit business clients, including blockchain and FinTech clients, in-formation, syndication, acquisition, financing, development and sale, intellectual property and other traditional business assets. He also represents many domestic and international high-profile clients, as well as serves as general counsel to several start-ups’ companies doing business in Nigeria and sub-Sahara Africa. Ever since founding Ranbrook Partners LP, his mission and focus have always been on finding ways to bring most value to the firm’s clients, to their families and to their business.

Dr. Uyi currently serves as the Founding/Principal Partner at Ranbrook Partners LP, a full-service Law firm located in Lagos, Nigeria. where his is responsible for the entire organizational structure of the firm and providing industry expertise and advisory services to private individual, corporate clientele, foundations, philanthropists, family offices, social enterprises, charities, NGOs, impact investors, CSR decision-makers, impact assessment organizations, financial institutions, and their associations. He is well travelled and well versed in the intricacies of transacting business internationally.

Dr. Osemwegie is an Accounting graduate, he holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) with major in (finance) from the University of Ibadan, he also holds an LL. B in Law from the University of Lagos, BL from The Nigerian Law School. Dr. Uyi holds a Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M) in International Commercial Law from the University of Salford, Manchester, UK. And a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) in Private and Property Law from the University of Lagos. He is a member of the Nigeria Bar Association, the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators of Nigeria. ICMC and member, Chartered Institute of Arbitration CIArb. (UK). He can be reached at: uyi@ranbrookpartners.com

Dr. Uyi has garnered over twenty-two years of business and several years of legal experience in both residential and commercial real estate transactions, corporate trade finance, corporate governance, crafting investment ventures, fintech startup’s, blockchain transactions and strategic corporates/commercial partnerships. He has developed core skills in Venture Capital Structures, Investment-Trade Finance, Procurement Services financing, Funds Management, and Structured Trade Finance. Specifically, he has honed his portfolio management acumen in the areas of Debt Capital Structures and Direct Equity Investments.

Since founding Ranbrook Partners LP, Uyi has represented several private and institutional clients in diverse aspects and stages of corporate/commercial transactions. This includes but not limited to,  full-tunkey real estate development transactions, corporate mergers and acquisitions, capital market, employment/labour law, maritime law, oil and gas law and energy law.

Dr. Osemwegie regularly counsels for-profit and non-profit business clients, including blockchain and FinTech clients, in-formation, syndication, acquisition, financing, development and sale, intellectual property and other traditional business assets. He also represents many domestic and international high-profile clients, as well as serves as general counsel to several start-ups’ companies doing business in Nigeria and sub-Sahara Africa. Ever since founding Ranbrook Partners LP, his mission and focus have always been on finding ways to bring most value to the firm’s clients, to their families and to their business.

Dr. Uyi currently serves as the Founding/Principal Partner at Ranbrook Partners LP, a full-service Law firm located in Lagos, Nigeria. where his is responsible for the entire organizational structure of the firm and providing industry expertise and advisory services to private individual, corporate clientele, foundations, philanthropists, family offices, social enterprises, charities, NGOs, impact investors, CSR decision-makers, impact assessment organizations, financial institutions, and their associations. He is well travelled and well versed in the intricacies of transacting business internationally.

Dr. Osemwegie is an Accounting graduate, he holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) with major in (finance) from the University of Ibadan, he also holds an LL. B in Law from the University of Lagos, BL from The Nigerian Law School. Dr. Uyi holds a Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M) in International Commercial Law from the University of Salford, Manchester, UK. And a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) in Private and Property Law from the University of Lagos. He is a member of the Nigeria Bar Association, the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators of Nigeria. ICMC and member, Chartered Institute of Arbitration CIArb. (UK). He can be reached at: uyi@ranbrookpartners.com

Prince Babatunde is an astute lawyer who has rendered priceless and effective litigation services at the Oyo State Public Complaints Commission. He worked in Odujinrin, Adefulu, Ayanlaja & Co. with vast exposure to all branches of Law especially maritime law, oil and gas law, banking law, corporate law and real property law. He also worked with Tunji Ogunyemi & Co. where he established himself as a seasoned legal adviser on real property practice.

Prince Babatunde established Fayemi, Folarin, Sonoiki & Co as a joint partner with Messrs. Tokunbo Fayemi and Demola Folarin; a Firm that specializes in modern corporate practice covering the areas of shipping, oil and gas, banking, corporate practice, real property and international law. He possesses special skills in the areas of fund raising through private placements and public issues and participated in several corporate  restructuring as a result thereof. He administered the firm as its pioneer managing partner at commencement. He has also served on the boards of several private companies over the years.

Prince Sonoiki obtained his LLB degree in Law from the University of Ife in 1981. He then proceeded to the Nigerian Law School where he was awarded with his BL in 1982. He is currently an Associate Partner at Ranbrook Partners LP and can be reached at: toyin.sonoiki@ranbrookpartners.com

Prince Babatunde is an astute lawyer who has rendered priceless and effective litigation services at the Oyo State Public Complaints Commission. He worked in Odujinrin, Adefulu, Ayanlaja & Co. with vast exposure to all branches of Law especially maritime law, oil and gas law, banking law, corporate law and real property law. He also worked with Tunji Ogunyemi & Co. where he established himself as a seasoned legal adviser on real property practice.

Prince Babatunde established Fayemi, Folarin, Sonoiki & Co as a joint partner with Messrs. Tokunbo Fayemi and Demola Folarin; a Firm that specializes in modern corporate practice covering the areas of shipping, oil and gas, banking, corporate practice, real property and international law. He possesses special skills in the areas of fund raising through private placements and public issues and participated in several corporate  restructuring as a result thereof. He administered the firm as its pioneer managing partner at commencement. He has also served on the boards of several private companies over the years.

Prince Sonoiki obtained his LLB degree in Law from the University of Ife in 1981. He then proceeded to the Nigerian Law School where he was awarded with his BL in 1982. He is currently an Associate Partner at Ranbrook Partners LP and can be reached at: toyin.sonoiki@ranbrookpartners.com

Efe Lawrence-Ogbeide is a distinguished Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, with a robust academic background and a wealth of practical legal experience. She holds an LL. B from the University of Benin, Nigeria, and an LL.M from the University of Salford, Manchester, UK.
Currently, Efe is a doctoral researcher (ABD) at the University of Montreal, Canada, where she focuses her research on law and technology, specifically privacy and data protection law.

Legal Practice and Expertise

Before embarking on her doctoral research, Efe honed her legal skills in Nigeria, both as an advocate and solicitor. Her career spans over a decade, during which she has demonstrated versatility and adeptness in various legal domains. Efe’s dedication to excellence and her commitment to delivering top-tier service have earned her a reputation for passion and proficiency among her diverse clientele.

Efe’s progressive career has seen her excel in numerous roles, including Associate, Senior Associate, and Head of Chambers. Her notable achievements include:

• Debt Recovery: Led a team of lawyers to recover over NGN 100 million for a leading leasing company in Abuja, Nigeria (2014-2015).
• Community Compensation Negotiation: Negotiated compensatory rewards for an aggrieved community and families of the deceased due to electrocution incidents caused by an electricity distribution company’s inaction.
• Led the defense in a NGN 2 billion lawsuit against the Federal Inland Revenue Service for alleged illegal actions.
• Successfully prosecuted the National Assembly in a civil suit for undue interference in a Public-Private Partnership involving foreign investors in the health sector.

Academic Contributions and Publications

Efe’s academic involvement includes part-time roles as a teaching assistant, where she has graded postgraduate assignments and term papers, and provided feedback in subjects such as Civil Procedure, Common Law, Civil Liability (Torts), and Legal Practice in Canada. She has also served as a Research Assistant for a Legal Clinic on Intellectual Property.

Efe has authored several articles in peer-reviewed journals and other research repositories. Selected publications include:

• “Delineating the Legal Framework for Data Protection: A Fundamental Rights Approach or Data Propertization?” Canadian Journal of Law and Technology, 2022, 20 Can. J. L. & Tech. 23.
• “A Value Assessment of Personal Data: Towards Greater Privacy Consciousness in Africa,” International Journal of Law and Society, Volume 6, Issue 3, September 2023, pp. 229-240. doi: 10.11648/j.ijls.20230603.18.
• “Cyberspace and the Law of the Horse: Lessons and Counterarguments,” SSRN, December 20, 2021

Professional Memberships

Efe is an active member of several professional bodies, including the Nigerian Bar Association, the International Association of Privacy Professionals, and the International Bar Association.

Efe’s professional journey is a testament to her expertise, dedication, and impact in the field of law, both in Nigeria and internationally. Currently, she is an Associate Partner at Ranbrook Partners LP and can be reached at efe.lawrence-ogbeide@ranbrookpartners.com.

Efe Lawrence-Ogbeide is a distinguished Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, with a robust academic background and a wealth of practical legal experience. She holds an LL. B from the University of Benin, Nigeria, and an LL.M from the University of Salford, Manchester, UK.
Currently, Efe is a doctoral researcher (ABD) at the University of Montreal, Canada, where she focuses her research on law and technology, specifically privacy and data protection law.

Legal Practice and Expertise

Before embarking on her doctoral research, Efe honed her legal skills in Nigeria, both as an advocate and solicitor. Her career spans over a decade, during which she has demonstrated versatility and adeptness in various legal domains. Efe’s dedication to excellence and her commitment to delivering top-tier service have earned her a reputation for passion and proficiency among her diverse clientele.

Efe’s progressive career has seen her excel in numerous roles, including Associate, Senior Associate, and Head of Chambers. Her notable achievements include:

• Debt Recovery: Led a team of lawyers to recover over NGN 100 million for a leading leasing company in Abuja, Nigeria (2014-2015).
• Community Compensation Negotiation: Negotiated compensatory rewards for an aggrieved community and families of the deceased due to electrocution incidents caused by an electricity distribution company’s inaction.
• Led the defense in a NGN 2 billion lawsuit against the Federal Inland Revenue Service for alleged illegal actions.
• Successfully prosecuted the National Assembly in a civil suit for undue interference in a Public-Private Partnership involving foreign investors in the health sector.

Academic Contributions and Publications

Efe’s academic involvement includes part-time roles as a teaching assistant, where she has graded postgraduate assignments and term papers, and provided feedback in subjects such as Civil Procedure, Common Law, Civil Liability (Torts), and Legal Practice in Canada. She has also served as a Research Assistant for a Legal Clinic on Intellectual Property.

Efe has authored several articles in peer-reviewed journals and other research repositories. Selected publications include:

• “Delineating the Legal Framework for Data Protection: A Fundamental Rights Approach or Data Propertization?” Canadian Journal of Law and Technology, 2022, 20 Can. J. L. & Tech. 23.
• “A Value Assessment of Personal Data: Towards Greater Privacy Consciousness in Africa,” International Journal of Law and Society, Volume 6, Issue 3, September 2023, pp. 229-240. doi: 10.11648/j.ijls.20230603.18.
• “Cyberspace and the Law of the Horse: Lessons and Counterarguments,” SSRN, December 20, 2021

Professional Memberships

Efe is an active member of several professional bodies, including the Nigerian Bar Association, the International Association of Privacy Professionals, and the International Bar Association.

Efe’s professional journey is a testament to her expertise, dedication, and impact in the field of law, both in Nigeria and internationally. Currently, she is an Associate Partner at Ranbrook Partners LP and can be reached at efe.lawrence-ogbeide@ranbrookpartners.com.

Kenechukwu is a graduate of History and Strategic Studies and a second degree in Law both from the University of Lagos and was called to the Bar in 2017. He started legal practice with Mbanugo Udenze & Co, Lagos Office in 2017 and later a key resource attorney at Lison Premier Solicitors. Presently, Mr. Ugochukwu is a Senior Associate at Ranbrook Partners LP.

At various times he had had cause to carry out research in various areas of the law including Corporate and Business Law, Land law, Banking law.

• He setup and advised a Chinese Offshore Oil Exploration Company operating currently in the Dangote Free Trade Zone in Lagos.
• Advised a petroleum company in the marginal field bid round carried out by the NMDPRA;
• Handled various Trademark Registrations, Disputes.
• Rendered opinions and carried out due diligence for transactions involving Banks and Securities companies in Nigeria.
• Advises various real estate companies, pharmaceutical companies and FMCG’s on diverse issues under Nigerian Law.

He is a member of the Nigeria Bar Association.

Kenechukwu is a graduate of History and Strategic Studies and a second degree in Law both from the University of Lagos and was called to the Bar in 2017. He started legal practice with Mbanugo Udenze & Co, Lagos Office in 2017 and later a key resource attorney at Lison Premier Solicitors. Presently, Mr. Ugochukwu is a Senior Associate at Ranbrook Partners LP.

At various times he had had cause to carry out research in various areas of the law including Corporate and Business Law, Land law, Banking law.

• He setup and advised a Chinese Offshore Oil Exploration Company operating currently in the Dangote Free Trade Zone in Lagos.
• Advised a petroleum company in the marginal field bid round carried out by the NMDPRA;
• Handled various Trademark Registrations, Disputes.
• Rendered opinions and carried out due diligence for transactions involving Banks and Securities companies in Nigeria.
• Advises various real estate companies, pharmaceutical companies and FMCG’s on diverse issues under Nigerian Law.

He is a member of the Nigeria Bar Association.

Jacqueline is a bright and outstanding lawyer. She is an exceptional team player, result-oriented, and possess a strong communication and negotiation skill as well as an eye for details. she has a good understanding of the legal practice and puts that knowledge to use by proffering solutions to problems.

Jacqueline is currently an associate in Ranbrook partners LP where she is improving and developing interest in commercial and corporate law, Entertainment Law, Private and Property law, Intellectual property law and FINTECH transactions.

She can be reached at jacqueline.ogbonna@ranbrookpartners.com

Jacqueline is a bright and outstanding lawyer. She is an exceptional team player, result-oriented, and possess a strong communication and negotiation skill as well as an eye for details. she has a good understanding of the legal practice and puts that knowledge to use by proffering solutions to problems.

Jacqueline is currently an associate in Ranbrook partners LP where she is improving and developing interest in commercial and corporate law, Entertainment Law, Private and Property law, Intellectual property law and FINTECH transactions.

She can be reached at jacqueline.ogbonna@ranbrookpartners.com