Ose Umane

UMANE, Osemudiamen Andrew Ajah, Lagos, Nigeria|-|-| Summary Experienced lawyer with years of experience in litigation, dispute resolution and corporate/commercial law practice. I am highly enthusiastic about contributing to team success, business development and client retention through analytical and problem-solving skills. I am looking forward to building an exciting career as a legal counsel and company secretary in a competitive organization where I can excellently discharge my corporate and legal duties while promoting the organization’s core goals. Skills and Interests Professional: Corporate and Commercial Law Practices. Legal Research. Advocacy. Dispute Resolution. Case Analysis. Client Management. Client Interview. Legal Writing. Legal Drafting. Risk-assessment. Regulatory Compliance and Due Diligence. Contract/terms Negotiations. Policy/Standard Compliance. Human Resource Management. Personal Traits: Presentation and Communication skill. Teamwork. Leadership skill. Analytical and problem-solving. Organization: Time Management. Adaptability. Microsoft Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft word, Microsoft outlook. Interests: Corporate/Commercial Law, Finance and Investment Law, Regulatory Compliance, Taxation/Revenue Law, Energy/Electricity Law, Debt Recovery and Insolvency. Work Experience OYAGBOLA CHAMBERS – Legal Associate/Company Secretary (MAR 2019 - PRESENT) • Organized and attended board and general meetings, as well as preparing meeting minutes, ensuring that corporate governance and statutory standards are met, proffering legal advice to the board, statutory/company registries are kept up to date, and timely statutory filings are made, conduct of company search and preparation of search reports. • For clients, provision of legal advice, contract drafting and evaluation. • Provided guidance to businesses on concerns relating to regulatory compliance in legislation that applies to their industry. • Assisted clients with getting appropriate permits or registrations to operate in their respective sectors, as well as interacting with regulators on their behalf to address concerns. • Kept in touch with various regulatory agencies and staying up to date on changes to their regulatory standards. • Ensured that all relevant corporate filings with regulatory organizations are completed and filed on time. • Drafted and dispatched of documentation/correspondence on behalf of client companies. • Facilitated the incorporation of Companies with the Corporate Affairs Commission. • Facilitated the recovery of over N5,000,000,000 (Five Billion Naira) bad debts and nonperforming loans for AMCON and Banks in the Federal High Court. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Conducted civil proceedings between employers and employees in the National Industrial Court leading to compensation of 20 (Twenty) employees for improper termination of their contract of employment. Proactively conducted civil proceedings in the State and Federal High Courts. Prepared cost-saving and solution-driven legal opinions. Managed staff and ensured compliance with HR policies, Organized professional training and development for staff. Drafted solid agreements, reviewed contracts of employment and other relevant legal documentation to ensure the protection of the company’s legal rights. Drafted contractual agreements, Employees’ Manual, Non-Disclosure Agreement, Employment Handbook, for companies and its employees. Advised employers on the legal and regulatory framework governing employment relationship in Nigeria. I wrote an article on the National Industrial Court of Nigeria decisions in Duru v. Skye Bank Plc, and Aloysius v. Diamond Bank Plc vis-à- vis termination of a contract of employment in Nigeria. Provided timely and accurate legal advisory to Executives and Board of Directors on matters bordering on corporate finance, international ventures, partnerships, employment/labour issues, among others. Monitored changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and taking appropriate action. I reviewed the Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020 (CAMA) and sent an update to members of the board on the provisions of CAMA 2020. Successfully conducted incorporation and post-incorporation of companies, incorporated trustees, business names, and filling of Annual Returns in Corporate Affairs Commissions (CAC). I have handled pre-incorporation and post- incorporation tasks for more than 20 companies and business names. Prepared agenda for, issue notices and took minutes of Board meetings, and Annual General Meetings. Represented the firm successfully at AMCON meetings and reviewed the CBN Act and the Finance Act, 2020. Provided regulatory updates and ensured regulatory compliance. I have facilitated the payment of stamp duties, filing of annual returns, VAT, and other taxes at the FIRS. Engaged in legal advisory on a wide spectrum of legal issues like corporate regulatory compliance, taxation, etc. Evaluate risk in clients’ business decisions. Resolved dispute through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms like Arbitration, Mediation and Negotiation. HELORY . MORE SOLICITORS - Legal Associate (September 2018- March 2019) • Reviewed executed documents arising from any of the client’s business transactions and to confirm whether such documents are valid and legally binding. Provided legal advisory services and due diligence. • Advice on employment and labour related matters, labour laws and regulations, and matters of employment - probation, confirmation of appointment, redundancy, retirement, termination and dismissal. • Effectively managed timely correspondence with law firms and clients in other jurisdictions regarding Trademark and Patent applications. Assisted the clients in the creation of documents to be utilized in the cause of its business transactions in Nigeria. • Handled all Trademark and Patent applications including Searches, filings, renewals, various recordals, dealing with Oppositions and Refusals and proffering legal opinion on Trademarks and Patent matters. • Drafted and reviewed legal documents including but not limited to Lease Agreements, Contracts of Sale, License and Technology Transfer Agreements. • Prepare Board resolutions for ratification by the Board • Draft and review a wide variety of legal agreements. • Drafting and review of employment related agreements - Letter of Employment, • Contract of Service, Service Agreement, Employee Loan Agreement, etc. Drafted and review commercial transaction documents in different sectors - Finance, Banking, Entertainment, Real Estate, Debt Recovery & Restructure etc. OYEWOLE & ADESINA – Junior Associate (February 2018 - September 2018) • Organized company meetings – Board meetings, Committee meetings, Shareholders’ meetings, Extra-Ordinary meetings and ensure accurate transcription and timely circulation of all meeting minutes. • Prepared board resolutions. • Circulated audited accounts and other necessary documents to Stakeholders. • Acted as liaison between the Organization and Shareholders. • Kept and ensured compliance with statutory filings pertaining to Company records, registers and books, and ensure that they are up to date. • Advised on compliance with strict adherence to corporate governance and policy. • Drafted and reviewed service level agreements for service support and delivery. • Advocated court cases and followed up on execution of court judgments/orders. • Prepared client company’s witnesses for court cases. • Summarized board papers for Board meetings • Carried out extensive legal research MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, GOMBE STATE - NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS MEMBER (January 2017 – December 2017) • Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record relevant to each case. • Analysed probable outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents • Questioned and cross-examined witnesses during trials • Worked with legislators and state counsel in vetting potential contracts between the State Government and private organisations. Education & Qualifications 2016: Nigerian Law School, Bagauda, Kano Barrister at Law (BL) 2015: University of Benin, Benin, Edo State Bachelors of Law (LLB) Professional Membership 2016 – Date: Nigerian Bar Association REFEREES Available on request