Abasiakara Edet
@abasiakaraedet
Transactions attorney specializing in fintech, banking and data protection for high-value deals.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a transactions attorney with 3+ years advising on high-profile technology, fintech and finance sector transactions, consistently ranked in the top 1% of my graduating class. I have led funding, financing and regulatory compliance matters, drafted complex commercial agreements, and delivered data protection programmes for multiple clients.
My experience spans cross-border financing, acquisition financing, fintech regulatory strategy and data privacy compliance; I have contributed to award-winning deals and published regulatory insights to guide stakeholders through evolving legal frameworks. I seek to apply my deal execution, regulatory and privacy expertise to support growth-stage and institutional clients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Associate (Banking and Finance)
Banwo & Ighodalo
Jan 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year 8 months)
Co-led legal teams on major financing transactions including a $2.3B acquisition financing and multiple syndicated loan facilities, advising lenders and borrowers on structuring and regulatory matters.
Associate (Technology)
Olaniwun Ajayi LP
Oct 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 3 months)
Advised technology and fintech clients on transactions including a $38M Series B, led data protection compliance for six clients, and drafted commercial and payment agreements facilitating merchant onboarding and product launches.
LIConducted research and due diligence on LIBOR transition and global loans matters, contributed to client pitches and prepared legal opinions on financing options during a short-term clerkship.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nigerian Law School
Barrister-at-Law (B.L.), Law
2021 - 2022
Completed the Barrister-at-Law professional program at the Nigerian Law School in Kano, qualifying for legal practice.
UNUniversity of Nigeria, Nsukka
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Law
2015 - 2021
Grade: Magna Cum Laude (4.47/5 CGPA)
Awarded a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) with Magna Cum Laude honors and ranked 3rd in a graduating class of 276.
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