Barakat Adeyanju
@barakatadeyanju
Creative legal content writer and researcher specializing in simplifying complex legal topics for diverse audiences.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Creative and Legal Content Writer with over six years of specialized experience in legal and academic writing, research, editing, proofreading, and analysis. I consistently deliver well-researched, high-quality content that simplifies complex legal topics for a variety of audiences.
My background includes drafting legal briefs, motions, persuasive opinions, and proposals that produced measurable results — winning cases, securing contracts, and improving academic outcomes. I led content development for a legal app, conducted extensive case analyses, and supported successful grant and NGO applications.
I bring project management discipline to content work, a track record of meeting deadlines, and a collaborative approach to team building and client engagement. I seek roles where I can apply legal expertise and content strategy to produce clear, impactful communications.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Writer/Researcher
Jays Writers Hub
Oct 2021 - Present (4 years)
Provide researched legal and academic content for individuals and companies, producing website copy, essays, theses, and manuals that improved client outcomes and secured scholarships and NGO contracts.
Writer / Attorney
Demesne Legal Practitioners
Jan 2021 - Sep 2021 (8 months)
Led a two-person team to develop content for a legal app and conducted 20+ legal research analyses, contributing to securing a $10M real estate contract loan through proposal writing and negotiation.
Researcher / Attorney
M. A. Laogun Chambers
Oct 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 2 months)
Prepared legal briefs and motions and resolved multiple court disputes by developing tactics from targeted research and creative legal writing.
Writer / Attorney
Olufemi I. Falana & Co.
Feb 2019 - Sep 2019 (7 months)
Drafted persuasive legal briefs and correspondence that contributed to winning cases and recovering over ₦10,000,000 for clients.
State Attorney
Ministry of Justice, Oyo State
Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)
Authored persuasive legal opinions to the DPP that expedited the release of multiple suspects and supported prosecutorial decisions.
Researcher
Kayode Ademuwagun & Co
Mar 2017 - Jul 2017 (4 months)
Researched and wrote essay synopses that improved client retention by 30% through high-quality deliverables.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UIUniversity of Ibadan
Master of Laws, Law
Completed a Master of Laws (LLM) at the University of Ibadan, focusing on advanced legal research and scholarship.
NSNigerian Law School
Bachelor of Laws (Barrister at Law), Law
Completed the professional Bar qualification (B.L.) at the Nigerian Law School, Bwari campus, qualifying for legal practice in Nigeria.
OUOsun State University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
Completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at Osun State University, covering core legal subjects and preparing for professional legal training.
Availability
Location
NigeriaAuthorized to work in
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