Blessing Ibhawoh
@blessingibhawoh
Dedicated lawyer focused on legal risk, contract review, real estate, negotiation and transactions
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated lawyer with experience across corporate legal, compliance, and litigation support, committed to upholding the rule of law and delivering practical solutions for clients and employers.
As Head of Legals and Compliance / Director at Sir Paul Properties Investment Limited, I advised on legal risk, drafted and registered core corporate documents, negotiated contracts, and represented the company in public and private matters.
I have worked in private practice as an associate and junior counsel where I prepared legal briefs, drafted diverse legal instruments, gathered evidence, conducted legal research, and handled client representation in commercial and civil matters.
I bring strong skills in legal drafting, negotiation, regulatory registration, dispute resolution, public speaking and research, and I am motivated to contribute these strengths to a respected institution that values integrity and effective legal counsel.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelancer Lawyer
PKB Law Frm
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Provide legal counsel and draft/execute corporate and personal legal documents, negotiate settlements, and advise clients on litigation strategy and regulatory compliance.
Head of Legals and Compliance
Sir Paul Properties Investment Limited
May 2020 - Nov 2024 (4 years 6 months)
Led legal and compliance functions, drafted and registered deeds, POAs, MOUs and contracts, supervised legal team, and advised on transactional legal risk and dispute resolution.
Associate Lawyer
A.I Akere and Co.
Jan 2017 - Nov 2017 (10 months)
Prepared legal briefs and opinions, conducted legal research, drafted documents, assessed case outcomes, and advised clients on litigation and transactional matters.
Junior Counsel (NYSC)
Enos Jacobs and Co.
Jan 2016 - Aug 2016 (7 months)
Supervised legal assistants, conducted public record searches, gathered evidence, and prepared legal documents during national service placement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nigerian Law School
Bar Professional Training / Called to the Bar, Law
2015 - 2015
Completed the professional bar course at the Nigerian Law School in October 2015 to qualify for legal practice.
Ambrose Alli University
Bachelor of Law (B.L), Law
Completed a Bachelor of Law (B.L) degree, awarded in October 2014.
Federal Government Girls College, Benin
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE), Secondary Education
Completed secondary education and obtained the Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) in June 2009.
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Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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