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Ahmad Yahaya Abdurrahaman

@ahmadyahayaabdurraha

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A Lawyer with expertise in civil and corporate litigation, legal compliance, and regulatory work.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters professional growth and allows me to impact legal practices positively.

I am a dedicated legal professional with a strong focus on civil and corporate litigation, legal compliance, and regulatory work. My extensive experience in various legal environments has equipped me with a thorough understanding of legal concepts and their practical applications. I excel in legal research, drafting, and negotiation, and I am committed to making a positive impact in the legal field.

Throughout my career, I have successfully conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis on international law, environmental law, and human rights policies. I have led recruitment efforts, developed job descriptions, and managed hiring processes to enhance organizational capacity. My role as a Deputy Manager (Legal) has allowed me to coordinate project planning and implementation, contributing to effective delivery of legal and development initiatives.

I am driven by the desire to create meaningful change and bridge the gap between technology and law, particularly in areas impacting human rights and data protection. I thrive in collaborative environments and am passionate about delivering capacity-building programs and training sessions for legal professionals and stakeholders.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Deputy Manager (Legal)

Current

Multi-Intelligence Development Company Ltd.

Dec 2018 - Present (6 years 7 months)

Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis on international law, environmental law, humanitarian issues, and human rights policies to support programmatic activities. Oversaw drafting of legal memos, reports, and project documents, including work plans, budgets, and proposals, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives and donor requirements.

Legal Research Legal Analysis International Law Environmental Law Human Rights Project Management Legal Drafting Budgeting Recruitment Talent Acquisition

Current

Legal Counsel

Current

AMOFIN SOLICITORS

Represented clients in civil and corporate litigation cases, including human rights, breach of contract, and debt recovery. Conducted due diligence for corporate transactions and investments, and drafted various legal documents such as legal opinions, employment contracts, and non-disclosure agreements.

Litigation Corporate Litigation Due Diligence Contract Drafting Data Protection Regulatory Compliance Corporate Law Intellectual Property

Remote Intern

LRA Human Rights (Write for Rights)

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Received weekly lectures on Human Rights topics such as the Right to Privacy and Data Protection, freedom from discrimination, and freedom of Expression. Engaged in content writing on current human rights issues and anchored online meetings and programs.

Human Rights Data Protection Content Writing Research Privacy Law Discrimination Law Freedom Of Expression International Law

Remote Graduate Intern

Institute for Development Research (Dataville Research LLC)

Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Studied international development, data sources, and ICT for Development, and prepared reports, presentations, and other materials to communicate findings. Conducted research on various topics related to developmental projects and participated in training for data collection and analysis using statistical software.

International Development Data Analysis Report Writing Research SPSS Excel Program Coordination

Youth Corp Member (Legal Counsel)

National Youth Service Corp/ Directorate Legal Service, Nati

Nov 2017 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Provided voluntary services, including visitation of IDPs and orphanages. Drafted legal opinions, appeared in court, edited legislative bills, and prepared various letters and reports.

Court Appearances Report Writing Meeting Minutes Legal Counsel Public Service Community Engagement Legal Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Council of Legal Education/ Nigerian Law School

Barrister at Law, Law

Completed professional legal training to qualify as a Barrister at Law in Nigeria. This program is essential for legal practice in the country.

University of Ilorin

Bachelor of Laws, Law

Grade: Second Class Honors (Upper Division)

Activities and societies: Notable courses taken include Law & Social Change; Legal Method & Jurisprudence; Research Methodology & Fieldwork; ADR & Arbitration Law; Law of Evidence; Legal Drafting; Business and Commercial Law; Digital Literacy Course; Constitutional Law; Law of Tort; Criminal Law; Equity & Trust; Islamic Laws.

Studied Common and Islamic Law, gaining a comprehensive understanding of legal principles. Completed a thesis on bioethical principles in gynaecological practice from an Islamic law perspective.