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Internationalisation Conference: helping local lawyers with the internationalisation of legal practice

8 Dec 2025

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Working with large international law firms – expectations of local firms. Top tips for smooth operation

Monday 8 December (1430 - 1525)

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Description

Large international law firms expect local firms on cross-border transactions to provide accurate, timely, and commercially focused advice while maintaining high professional standards and seamless coordination across jurisdictions. 

Session / Workshop Chair(s)

Olusolape Peters Olajide Oyewole LLP, Lagos, Nigeria

Speakers

Adeleke Alex-Adedipe Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe, Lagos, Nigeria
Buchi Douglas Principles Law Partnership, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Paul Harris Ogbole PH Ogbole SAN & Co, Abuja, Nigeria
Ayotunde Owoigbe Banwo & Ighodalo, Lagos, Nigeria
Iain Sandford Foley Hoag , Nyon, Switzerland; Chair, BIC International Trade in Legal Services Committee

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