Many people believe they need an attorney’s services only to solve a problem or to get out of a difficult situation. Often‚ the best time to see an attorney is not when you are in legal trouble but before that trouble occurs. Preventive law is one of the most valuable services that a lawyer can perform. By eliminating potential problems, preventive law can save you time‚ money‚ and needless worry.
It is not illegal for you to represent yourself in court or to handle your own legal matters. There are also “kits” and “forms” which some people use for such matters as getting a divorce or making a will. Judges and court personnel are not allowed to give you any legal advice as your case proceeds. Attorneys are trained to provide professional legal assistance to you‚ to be aware of all court procedures‚ filing requirements‚ deadlines‚ and other details that a non-attorney easily could overlook.
You may discharge you attorney simply by informing him/her of your wishes. Giving notice is a matter of courtesy and may be necessary so that if a lawsuit has been filed‚ the attorney may ask for the court for permission to withdraw. Even if you discharge your attorney‚ you are still obligated to pay for any services which have been performed already on your behalf‚ and costs which have been incurred.
A witness plays an important role in a court proceeding, providing valuable information about the matters under consideration. If you are subpoenaed as a witness in a trial‚ it is your duty to appear and testify. The lawyer who asks you to come to court can provide you with more specific information about your court appearance.
Your right to legal counsel if you are arrested is a fundamental one in our country. You may retain a private attorney‚ or‚ if you cannot afford to do so‚ you should immediately contact the public defender’s office to represent you. Diacara will help you to know the lawyer that right for your cases.
A police officer‚ following a lawful arrest‚ has a right to search a person‚ including your automobile if you are arrested in it. You may not resist the search. However‚ you are not required to consent to any search‚ and if you do consent to the search‚ you may be waiving valuable constitutional rights.
The Truth-in-Lending Act permits a credit card holder to avoid paying for fraudulent charges in certain situations. To obtain this protection‚ a cardholder must save the relevant billing statements and must notify the card issuer within 60 days after receiving the billing statement.
In some cases‚ yes. Certain types of consumer sales contracts must have provisions allowing you to cancel within a specified period of time. If a contract is not legally executed‚ it may be possible to have it invalidated. Some circumstances that may lead to the cancellation of a contract include fraud‚ misrepresentation‚ or coercion.
Simply changing your mind or deciding you cannot afford that for which you contracted however‚ is generally not a sufficient reason to release you from a contract. If you break a valid contract‚ the other party may be able to sue you and be awarded damages.
A contract is a legally binding agreement in which property‚ goods or services are provided in exchange for something of value‚ such as money. Some common types of contracts into which an individual might enter include:
Contracts are not always written agreements. A verbal agreement may be an enforceable contract. A simple promise, however, is not usually a contract. Many of our day-to-day transactions actually involve a contractual relationship. Certain contracts may be required to be in writing. For example, contracts for the sale of real estate are usually required to be in writing.
Contracts are usually legally binding. Be sure you understand exactly to what you are agreeing. If you have questions, see your lawyer before you sign. If you agree to something which is not in your interest, an attorney may not be able to undo the damage.
Each person’s case is different. It requires the assistance of an experienced attorney to determine how much compensation you may be able to receive. When you work with our firm, we can quickly evaluate your situation and determine what damages you may be entitled to recover.
For each case, the amount of time between the filing of the lawsuit and the completion of the case will vary. It is essential that an attorney represent you to ensure that the case is expedited and you can receive compensation in a timely manner.
Yes! You should never take legal action without the assistance of an experienced professional. The statute of limitations and various laws regarding personal injury and liability can be difficult to understand. If you have been injured, work with Diacara right away!
Esther is an alumni of University of Uyo and was called to the Bar in 2016, she has over the years garnered experience in the legal service delivery with competence in the areas of corporate legal advisory and due diligence, corporate governance, restructuring and administration, research, real estate advisory and portfolio management, she is a Associate of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators and Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria and sits as Company Secretary of a couple of corporate establishments.
Esther in addition to being into full time legal practice has a business development background and undertakes in volunteering activities in women based non-profit organization.
An alumnus of Lagos State University and called to the Bar in 2002, the head of practice in the firm and in charge of the family law practice comprising of divorce, guardianship, child custody dispute, probate matters. Mrs. Kuforiji is an astute litigator and proficient in real estate dispute.
An Alumni of the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife in 1988, called to the Nigerian Bar in 1989, LLM from University of Lagos. Sir Ejeta has gathered to his credit about 3 decades of experience in civil dispute of all forms, debt recovery he has also to his credit a stellar practice reputation in the areas maritime and shipping, including but not limited to defending some of the foremost shipping companies in and outside Nigeria, he has also advice in Maritime related dispute. SIR Ejeta has numerous articles and publications to his credit, an authority in property practice. He sits on the board of different indigenous and international companies
An alumni of the University of Abuja, called to the Bar in 2018, Efe is currently an associate at the firm with peculiar interest in the areas of civil and criminal litigation, research.
The lawyers at our firm have successfully handled numerous issues concerning employee compensations.
Our Labour and Employment Law department has proved itself as a leader in the field of Labour and Employment. We offer services to clients on broad range of employment related matters.
Our Labour and Employment law clients include various companies and individuals seeking enforcement of contractual agreements and obligations with companies.
We strive to undertake amicable disputes resolution on all matters.
Whether it is a matter that involves an informal resolution or requires an arbitration, our lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to represent our clients’ interests at all time.
However, when necessary we opt for litigation in resolving clients’ issues. Our lawyers have the skill and requisite knowledge required to aggressively defend or prosecute our client’s cases from inception through the trial.
Our firm also maintains experienced tax lawyers in Nigeria, who competently and frequently represent clients before tax authorities and tribunals. Our tax lawyers based in Lagos can represent clients even to the appellate court, where necessary.
Our team of experienced lawyers would often attempt to seek amicable resolution through arbitration and other disputes resolution mechanism such as negotiation, conciliation and mediation.
Our lawyers have been involved in several dispute resolution to the satisfaction of our clients.
Our lawyers have the skill and requisite knowledge required to aggressively defend or prosecute our client’s cases from inception to the conclusion of the trial.
Our Family law department has expertise in all aspects of Family Law, which includes matrimonial causes; trust administration; administration of estate among others.
Our lawyers appreciate the fact that family issues could be emotional because the issue of personal concerns and infants are being discussed. Therefore, we provide a sympathetic and practical environment in which our client can discuss the problems facing them and how we can help them obtain the best result for themselves and children.
At ABEL PARTNERS, we frequently engage in recovery and restructuring of debts. Our lawyers have expertise in this area and understand the crippling effect trapped funds have on the business of our clients.
ABEL PARTNERS is an accredited Patent and Trademark Attorney in Nigeria.
The Firm has successfully filed numerous trademarks and patent for both local and foreign individuals and corporation in Nigeria, we also offer general advisory on all matters relating to regulation, protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights in Nigeria.
Our firm currently serves an Agent for hundreds of various trademark owners/applicants within and outside and Nigeria, our copyright lawyers in Nigeria assist clients to register and protect their music, software and other novelty works.
ABEL PARTNERS patent lawyers in Nigeria also assist inventors on necessary patent registration and advisory, we assist clients for trademark registration, patent registration and copyright registration in all parts of Nigeria.
Our intellectual property lawyers are experienced in this vital commercial area of intellectual property transaction and constantly delivering efficient and swift services to our numerous clients.
At our firm, our lawyers have requisite knowledge and experience in all aspects of Real Estate Law. We frequently advise various companies concerning property development. We also handle property transactions for a wide range of individuals.
Whether you are acquiring a home or commercial property or land for the first time or you are an experienced properties’ buyer, it is very important for you to seek legal opinions on such transaction so you would not end up buying a bundle of litigation. To this end, our lawyers will be able to put you through and advise whether the proposed property you are contemplating to purchase is not and might not be subject in future to any form of government’s acquisition, adversarial claim or dispute. We are the best Real Estate Law Firms in Nigeria
Our Property Lawyers in Lagos work at every part of Lagos State and other neighboring States.
ABEL PARTNERS offers a full spectrum of Corporate and Commercial Law services. The services we offer include business formation, advisory, regulatory and compliance.
Business setup in Nigeria sometime requires the services of professionals who are highly knowledgeable in company law. We often advise individuals and entities intending to set up either medium or big corporation or a business partnership in Nigeria for a proper business formation
Corporate & commercial law is one key aspect of legal practice which is well manned by our team of experienced lawyers. When forming or undertaking any form of enterprise, it is important to engage the services of best business solicitors to put you through on many aspects
The firm comprises experienced solicitors in Nigeria. We can offer complete guidance for the business set up and foreign participation in the Nigeria business sector. We offer complete business setup services for both foreign individuals and corporate organizations. Our services cover registrations of a foreign subsidiary, obtaining a business permit, bank account opening and banking support services, tax registration, general corporate advisory among others
We regularly assist on company registration in Nigeria and provide corporate secretarial services among others. We also offer nominees’ arrangement for the purpose of a company formation and offer general legal advice.
Our firm actively engages in aspects of Shipping and International Trade Law. The shipping industry is one of the major important sectors of Nigeria economy.
If you looking forward to engaging the service of a good maritime lawyer in Nigeria, you are already in right place. We pride ourselves as the best Maritime Law Firm in Nigeria
The firm focuses on shipping law in Nigerian and across the globe. Our team at Resolution law firm works together and with other professionals, local and internationally, as the circumstances may demand, to provide advice to the operators of the shipping industry
Our range of shipping clients include ship owners, charterers, financing banks, insurers, clearing agents, crew and port operators. Our marine lawyers in Lagos are always available to assist clients to navigate difficult maritime transactions