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Stella Chigozie-Nwali

@stellachigozie-nwali

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Experienced corporate lawyer and legal content writer.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek an in-house or senior legal role where I can advise on contracts, compliance, and cross-border matters while contributing legal content and mentoring teams.

I am an experienced corporate attorney with a track record advising banks, fintechs, and multinational clients on contracts, IP, and cross-border transactions. I draft and review legal documents, conduct regulatory legal research, and deliver practical commercial advice that supports business growth.

I also create legal content for publications and lead teams on brand and content strategies, with published work in international outlets. I combine strong negotiation, analytical, and case-management skills with proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace to produce clear, actionable legal outcomes.

My areas of expertise include: fintech, digital assets / cryptocurrencies, data privacy, regulatory compliance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Associate General Counsel

Current

LineaBlu Lawyers

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Reviewing and drafting legal contracts and documents for multinational clients, ensuring regulatory compliance and advising on cross-border transactions through legal research and advisory services.

Contract Drafting Regulatory Compliance Legal Research Corporate Advisory Risk Assessment

Current

Legal Content Writer

Current

LineaBlu Lawyers

Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Researched legal cases and authored expert legal opinions and content for newsletters, blogs, and LinkedIn, with work published in the European Business Review and IFLR.

Research Content Strategy Publications Thought Leadership Legal Analysis

Legal Adviser

Custero

Oct 2023 - Mar 2024 (5 months)

Drafted and reviewed contracts and advised on fundraising, intellectual property rights, and other corporate legal matters to support business operations.

Contract Drafting IP Advisory Document Review Corporate Compliance

Brand Management Associate

EZAdvisory

Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 (3 months)

Led content creation, community management, and engagement strategies to drive business growth while supervising content quality and team output.

Brand Strategy Content Management Community Engagement Team Leadership Content Review Growth Strategy

Finance Attorney

Pecantrust Microfinance Bank

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Prepared and reviewed legal documents including contracts and overdraft agreements, and provided legal opinions on matters such as electronic signatures and transactional legality.

Legal Contracts Document Review Compliance

Part-time Legal Officer

One Capital Ltd.

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)

Advised on money lending, fintech, cryptocurrency operations, and crowdfunding; drafted legal contracts and operational documents for the business.

Cryptocurrency Advisory Money Lending Law Contract Drafting Crowdfunding Regulation

Associate

Gbenga Olugbake & Co.

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Conducted legal research, prepared court processes and opinions, drafted contracts, and secured favorable judgments through successful litigation.

Litigation Legal Research Legal Process Legal Drafting

Associate

Aster Law Partners

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)

Prepared legal opinions and documents on corporate and public policy issues, including analysis related to the African Continental Free Trade Agreement and estate administration.

Legal Research Policy Analysis Contract Drafting Estate Administration Corporate Law

NYSC Associate

A.M. Azeez & Co.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year 11 months)

Conducted legal research and drafted documents for businesses, contributing to a successful land litigation that resulted in a favorable judgment for a client.

Legal Research Legal Drafting Litigation Support Case Preparation Client Advocacy