Fortunate Nchu
@fortunatenchu
Legal associate and recent called Barrister with strong research, drafting, and client advocacy skills.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a diligent Barrister at Law (BL) with hands-on experience across legal research, drafting contracts, client interviewing, and court support gained through roles as a legal extern, mentee in Sports, Entertainment and Technology Law, and as a legal/executive assistant during NYSC. I combine strong attention to detail, persuasive advocacy, and organizational skills to support legal teams and protect client interests.
I have drafted founders' agreements, deeds of assignment, memoranda of understanding, board minutes and resolutions, and provided substantive case preparation and client communications. I seek to contribute pragmatic legal support, continuous learning, and collaborative problem solving to a law firm or in-house legal team.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Mentee, SET Mentorship
Olisa Agbakoba Legal
Jun 2025 - Jun 2025 (0 months)
Completed mentorship in Sports, Entertainment and Technology Law including drafting founders' agreements, IP ownership issues, and lawyering and networking skills development.
Legal Extern
Attah Ochinke & Co
Jun 2024 - Aug 2024 (2 months)
Drafted and reviewed legal documents, conducted legal research and client interviews, attended court sessions, and organized client case files to support litigation and client communications.
Legal Assistant
Bacita Sugar Company
Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)
Supported board and legal operations by drafting meeting minutes and resolutions, preparing contracts and memoranda (including MoUs and deeds of assignment), organizing company records, and improving departmental productivity during NYSC service.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NSNigerian Law School
Barrister at Law (B.L), Legal Practice
2024 - 2025
Grade: Second Class, Upper Division
Completed the Barrister at Law (B.L) program, graduating with Second Class, Upper Division in July 2025.
MOMadonna University, Okija
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), Law
2016 - 2021
Grade: Second Class, Upper Division
Activities and societies: Member of Law Students Association (Madonna University chapter); received Certificate of Honor.
Completed a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree, graduating with Second Class, Upper Division in November 2021.
Government Secondary School, Yala
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE), Secondary Education
2010 - 2016
Completed Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) in July 2016.
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Location
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