ODIGUE ELIZABETH
Address: 11, Frank Aig-Imoukhuede
Close, Magodo Phase 2, Lagos, Nigeria
Email:-Telephone: -
CAREER OVERVIEW
Dynamic and commercially astute Legal Practitioner with 7 years of demonstrated expertise in corporate and
commercial law, regulatory compliance, and company secretarial practice. Recognised for providing
practical, business-oriented legal solutions that drive organisational growth and ensure operational
excellence. Highly skilled in drafting and negotiating complex contracts, navigating corporate governance
frameworks, and managing stakeholder relationships with professionalism and integrity. Committed to
adding strategic value through proactive legal support, sound judgment, and effective team leadership.
CORE COMPETENCIES
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Strategic legal advisory & compliance
Corporate governance & secretarial practice
High-value contract drafting & negotiation
Regulatory engagement & stakeholder management
Advocacy & litigation support
Legal research, analysis, & opinion writing
Team leadership, mentoring & capacity building
Strong communication & interpersonal skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
WIGWE & PARTNERS
Dec 2018 – Present
Associate 2
➢ Deliver strategic legal advisory services to local and multinational clients across diverse sectors.
➢ Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and transactional documents to protect client
interests and mitigate risks.
➢ Serve as External Company Secretary, facilitating effective board and general meetings, preparing
statutory documents, and ensuring compliance with corporate regulations.
➢ Represent clients at regulatory and stakeholder meetings, negotiations, and compliance audits.
➢ Conduct complex legal research and provide actionable legal opinions to support organizational
objectives.
➢ Lead, mentor, and motivate junior associates and interns to drive excellence and build capacity
within the team.
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TOPE ADEBAYO LLP
Apr 2018 – Jul 2018
Law School Externship
➢ Assisted in court proceedings, drafted legal documents, and prepared legal opinions on diverse
matters.
➢ Conducted thorough land title searches and client interviews to support real estate transactions.
➢ Coordinated company meetings, drafted minutes, and managed corporate statutory
documentation.
➢ Provided administrative and legal support at client meetings and engagements.
EDUCATION
Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus
Barrister at Law (BL)
Nov 2017 – Aug 2018
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State
Bachelor of Laws (LL. B)
Sept 2006 – Aug 2014
Unuata Secondary School, Edo State
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
Sept 1999 - Jun 2005
CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
➢ Member, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
➢ Member, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
HOBBIES
➢ Touring & exploring cultures
➢ Swimming
➢ Reading
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
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