Anthonette William-chukwu
@anthonettewilliam-ch1
I’m a General Counsel and dispute-resolution lawyer focused on compliance, risk reduction, and leadership.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a senior associate providing dispute resolution, compliance, transaction advisory, and General Counsel duties. I combine strong legal research with hands-on experience in litigation and corporate-commercial matters, including contract drafting/vetting, arbitration and settlement, and writing legal opinions and briefs.
I’ve also taken on leadership and operational responsibilities as a Practice Manager and in company secretarial/administrative and HR roles. With an LL.M (University of Lagos), B.L (Nigerian Law School), LL.B (Hons), and Notary Public certification, I lead with honesty, analyze problems quickly, and deliver expected results even under tight schedules and pressure.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Associate
Princess Patrick-Owuru & Partners
Provided dispute resolution, compliance, and transaction advisory support, serving in general counsel capacity to advise clients and manage legal matters.
Company Secretary & Manager
Arco Marine and Oilfield Services Limited
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)
Served as in-house counsel and handled general company secretarial, administrative, and human resources functions to support organizational operations.
Senior Associate / Practice Manager
Pentagon Partners, Legal Practitioners
Jan 2017 - Jan 2020 (3 years)
Led chambers practice management and trial preparation, including court filings, witness examination, and document production, while drafting and vetting legal agreements and managing corporate and tax advisory support.
Associate (Okey Wali)
Okey Wali (SAN) & Co.
Jan 2009 - Jan 2016 (7 years)
Managed litigation and advisory matters, including drafting and vetting legal documents, conducting corporate and lands searches, supporting company incorporation, and representing clients in court.
Associate (Ajogwu & Associates)
Dr. M. E. Ajogwu, SAN & Associates
Jan 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 year)
Handled general litigation and legal documentation work, including drafting and vetting legal documents and producing legal research outputs and legal opinions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Notary Public
Notary Public, Legal Certification
Obtained Notary Public certification in 2020.
University of Lagos
Master of Laws (LL.M), Law
2018 - 2019
Completed a Master of Laws (LL.M) program at the University of Lagos.
Nigerian Law School, Abuja
Barrister-at-Law (B.L), Law
2007 - 2008
Completed the Nigerian Law School program and obtained the Barrister-at-Law (B.L).
Madonna University, Okija
LL.B (Hons), Law
2001 - 2006
Grade: 2nd Class Lower Division
Earned an LL.B (Hons) degree from Madonna University, Okija.
Federal Government Girls’ College, Abuloma
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), Secondary Education
1993 - 1999
Completed secondary education and obtained the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
Air Force Nursery and Primary School, Port Harcourt
Primary Education, Primary Education
1987 - 1993
Completed primary education at Air Force Nursery and Primary School in Port Harcourt.
Availability
Location
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