EMEM JACKSON
London,ENG
Summary
Nigerian qualified Barrister and Solicitor with over 3 years of experience across litigation, commercial and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrates strong competencies in advocacy, client interviewing, legal drafting and dispute resolution. Experienced in representing clients in court, advising on complex legal matters and delivering practical client focused solutions.
Committed to contributing to collaborative success of legal matters and
upholding the highest standards of professionalism in every task.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Legal Associate
I. G Nwaozichi
Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Abuja
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Represented clients in both civil and criminal matters, conducting oral advocacy before trial courts and tribunals..
- Advised clients on corporate and commercial law transactions, as well as drafting and reviewing of contracts, settlements, shareholder agreements and settlement terms.
- Drafted pleadings, motions and legal opinions to support litigation and advisory matters.
- Conducted detailed legal research on case law and legislation to support case preparation and strengthen legal arguments.
- Provided regulatory compliance advice to clients, ensuring adherence to Nigerian statutory and industry requirements and standards.
- Managed varieties of caseworks, effectively balancing multiple client matters efficiently while maintaining high professional standards.
Legal Associate/Head of Chambers
Peter Ozoagu & Co.
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Represented clients in court proceedings across civil and criminal matters.
- Supervised junior lawyers and interns, coordinating case allocation and workflow within chambers.
- Reviewed legal documents, contracts and court processes for accuracy and compliance.
- Provided legal advice to clients on disputes and commercial matters, and also ensuring clear and practical guidance.
- Represented firm in professional forums, conferences and stakeholder engagements.
- Maintained client relationships and ensured a high level of professional conduct and service delivery.
Legal associate
Zest Partners
Abuja, Nigeria
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Drafted contracts, pleadings and legal opinions across a range of practice areas of law.
- Conducted legal research and prepared notes and legal documents to support senior lawyers.
- Assisted in dispute resolution and litigation matters, including case preparation.
Nigerian Law School Externship Associate
Segun Fasuyi & Co.
Lagos, Nigeria
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Supported lawyers in drafting legal documents and conducting research.
- Attended court proceedings and assisted with case preparation, including maintaining of accurate case records and recording examinations in court.
- Conducted client intake and gathered relevant facts for the development of a case.
Education
LL.M - International Commercial Law and Legal Practice
University of Roehampton
London 09/2024 - 09/2025
B.L - Barrister at Law
Nigerian Law School
Lagos/Nigeria 11/2018 - 11 2019
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
University of Uyo
Uyo/Nigeria 09/2013 - 09/2018
MPH 553 - Public Health and Forced Migration
De Paul University
Chicago 05/2018 - 07/2018
Skills
Legal research and case analysis
Client interviewing and legal advice
Dispute resolution and litigation support
Legal drafting (Contracts, pleadings, legal opinions)
Advocacy and oral communication
Case and matter management
Regulatory compliance
Professional ethic and client care
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Legal Associate
I. G Nwaozichi
05.2022 - 09.2024
Legal Associate/Head of Chambers
Peter Ozoagu & Co.
01.2021 - 04.2022
Legal associate
Zest Partners
02.2020 - 12.2020
Nigerian Law School Externship Associate
Segun Fasuyi & Co.
05.2019 - 07.2019
LL.M - International Commercial Law and Legal Practice
University of Roehampton
09/2024 - 09/2025
B.L - Barrister at Law
Nigerian Law School
11/2018 - 11 2019
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
University of Uyo
09/2013 - 09/2018
MPH 553 - Public Health and Forced Migration
De Paul University
05/2018 - 07/2018