QUADRI ABOLORE ISMAILA
- |-| Apata, Ibadan,Oyo State Nigeria
OBJECTIVE
Dedicated young lawyer with a strong foundation in general litigation and corporate law practice gained
through externship and internship experience. Business Law enthusiast with focus on regulatory
compliance and business ethics. Eager to leverage my legal knowledge, research skills, and passion for
justice to contribute effectively to any dynamic legal team I find myself in. Seeking an opportunity to
further develop my expertise and make a positive impact on clients and organizations.
AREAS OF INTEREST/COMPETENCE
ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
CORPORATE AND COMMERCIAL LAW PRACTICE
BUSINESS LAW
INSURANCE LAW
RISK MANAGEMENT
LITIGATION
INTERNATIONAL LAW
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL, LAGOS CAMPUS | Lagos
Jan. 2023 – Nov. 2023
BARRISTER-AT-LAW (B.L.)
GRADE: Second Class (Lower Division)
AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY | Ilorin, Kwara State
Oct. 2017 – June 2022
BACHELOR OF LAWS (LL.B.)
GRADE: Second Class (Upper Division)
EPETEDO HIGH SCHOOL | Lagos Island , Lagos State
Sept. 2011 - August 2017
SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EDUCATION (SSCE)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Ajibola Kaka & Co., Ikeja, Lagos
April. 2024 – Till Date
NYSC Trainee Associate
Conducted comprehensive legal research, analyzed complex data, and developed innovative
solution to drive case success.
Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and court processes.
Represented clients in mediation, arbitrations and conciliations.
Appeared in court and represented clients in various matters, including claims for land ownership,
insurance claims, business disputes, among others.
Provided legal advice and counsel to clients on a range of issues.
Collaborated with senior lawyers and other staff members to achieve case goals and objectives.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders through
exceptional communication and problem - solving skills.
Lasun Sanusi & Co., Odo Ona, Ibadan, Oyo State
June. 2023 to July 2023
Law School Extern
Prepared multiple legal documents necessary for real property transactions.
Provided general legal advice and rendered legal opinion to clients on legal and regulatory
compliance matters.
Drafted letters and official correspondence.
Frequent interaction with legal regulatory agencies such as Corporate Affairs Commission.
Assisted in the administration, coordination and management of office duties.
Gained skills in civil litigation and dispute resolution
Researched and gained knowledge in civil litigation, criminal litigation, case theory development,
and client counseling.
Musibau Adetunmbi SAN & Co., Bodija, Ibadan, Oyo State
Graduate Intern
Gained skills in law firm and office management
Gained practical experience in filing of court processes
Improved on my drafting and legal writing skills
Made research on necessary cases which aided in trial advocacy.
Lateef Fagbemi SAN & Co., Dugbe, Ibadan, Oyo State
August 2022 to Sept. 2022
Intern
July 2021 to Sept. 2021
Drafted motions and other court papers under the supervision of senior counsel
Prepared bail applications for review
Drafted and reviewed contracts, deeds, and other legal documents
Negotiated and reviewed legal agreements
Drafted letters and official correspondence.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP
Member, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Student Member, Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN)
Student Member, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM)
PROFESSIONAL VOLUNTEERING
Oct. 2019 – Sept. 2020
Legal and Social Caseworker
Collaborated with various teams that campaigned and sensitized young people in and outside the
campus on their fundamental rights.
Went on correctional centers visitations and helped in the facilitation of the bail pending trial of
over 20 awaiting trial inmates
Organized seminars to sensitized more than 200 students on novel areas of law they could venture
into after graduation and call to bar.
Heard and handled on minor cases of abuse against students within and outside the school.
AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY LAW CLINIC
SKILLS
Research
Legal drafting
Client management
Excellent communication
Team work
Advocacy