Chinenye Njoku

I am a results-driven Legal Officer and licensed Barrister with 9+ years post-call experience in corporate law, compliance, and risk management, currently serving as Chief Legal Officer overseeing legal operations for a N2.5B+ real estate portfolio. I combine transactional, regulatory, and governance expertise to support commodity trading, financial consulting, and real estate businesses.

I have built and implemented AML/CFT frameworks, KYC and Enhanced Due Diligence protocols, and regulatory reporting processes to CBN and NFIU, achieving 100% regulatory adherence for high-value transactions and reducing regulatory risk significantly. I regularly draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements, joint venture structures, and debt finance arrangements while leading licensing and statutory reporting efforts.

I bring proven dispute resolution experience with an 85% success rate in arbitral references and small claims proceedings, extensive court exposure from leading firms and courts, and a track record of training teams in compliance best practices. I am focused on delivering pragmatic legal strategy, robust compliance programs, and scalable corporate governance solutions.