Halima Istifanus
@halimaistifanus
Strategic Corporate and Regulatory Lawyer with 5+ years of experience.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Strategic Corporate and Regulatory Lawyer with over five years of legal experience, specializing in supporting businesses both in Nigeria and internationally. My expertise lies in simplifying complex legal frameworks for startups, optimizing compliance systems, and delivering practical legal solutions that drive corporate growth. I have a strong track record of enabling high-value transactions, resolving disputes, and facilitating compliance in both remote and on-site environments.
Currently, I serve as the Principal Counsel at Pendola Legal Consult, where I lead over 30 client mandates focusing on business formation, corporate governance, and contract development. My role involves facilitating investment structuring and ensuring compliance systems for startups, particularly in delivering NDPR-compliant frameworks with a high implementation success rate. Additionally, I have streamlined governance processes for multiple startups as a Company Secretary, significantly reducing delays in documentation and filings.
My previous experience includes managing litigation strategies and executing due diligence for commercial disputes, achieving 100% compliance in regulatory upgrades. I am passionate about leveraging my legal expertise to empower businesses and contribute positively to the community through volunteer legal aid initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Company Secretary
Hi-grow Innovations & Futuremap Foundation
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Streamlined governance and compliance processes for 10 startups, enhancing operational efficiency. Digitized board documentation and filings, which successfully reduced processing delays by 50%.
Principal Counsel
Pendola Legal Consult
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Led over 30 client mandates, focusing on business formation, corporate governance, and contract development. Facilitated investment structuring and compliance systems for various startups, ensuring high implementation success with NDPR-compliant frameworks.
Legal Counsel
L.A Haruna & Co
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Managed litigation strategy for commercial disputes, resulting in successful rulings for clients. Drafted pleadings and provided expert advice on tenancy and debt recovery issues.
Company Secretary
M2 Technologies GmbH
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Ensured GDPR compliance across EU-Nigeria SaaS operations, maintaining legal integrity for cross-border activities. Reviewed and restructured over 15 cross-border contracts, optimizing legal agreements.
Legal Officer
Thermolinks Concepts Ltd
Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)
Successfully resolved a ₦200M commercial dispute and provided strategic advice on compliance. Executed comprehensive due diligence and regulatory upgrades, achieving 100% compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ULUniversity of East London
LL.M, Law
Currently pursuing a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree. This advanced program focuses on specialized legal areas, enhancing expertise in corporate and regulatory frameworks.
Nigerian Law School, Kano
B.L, Law
Completed professional legal training and examinations. Qualified as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, gaining practical skills in legal practice and advocacy.
Baze University, Abuja
LL.B, Law
Obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree. The curriculum covered fundamental legal principles, theories, and various branches of law, providing a strong foundation for a legal career.
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