FinTech Legal - Nigeria
What the team is known for
Olaniwun Ajayi is recognised for its expertise in payments, cryptocurrency and blockchain regulatory matters. It advises startups as well as traditional financial institutions operating in the Nigerian FinTech industry. Olaniwun Ajayi has exceptional capabilities in advising on investment transactions and the development of new FinTech payment products.
Strengths
"The team displays extensive knowledge and expertise across diverse legal practice areas, particularly the financial technology industry. The team is composed of a substantial number of highly skilled lawyers, that demonstrate the skill set and capacity to provide tailored solution to complex legal issues."
"The firm handles our transactions with utmost dedication and professionalism. The firm has sufficient human resources, from both the numbers and capacity perspectives. A member of the firm is always available to take our work requests and turn in the work in good time."
"Their service level is top notch, and their response is very swift."
Work highlights
Olaniwun Ajayi advised Coca-Cola on data protection and data privacy matters in Nigeria, in relation to its new e-commerce platform.
Notable practitioners
Damilola Salawu is a partner in the firm's technology, innovation and FinTech practice, and demonstrates substantial capability in these sectors. Salawu advises on financial services regulatory matters, market entry, strategic partnerships and data protection. "Damilola demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the FinTech industry." "His ability to offer accurate advice on complex issues is truly commendable. He also displays a high level of strategic thinking and also has a knack for identifying innovative solutions to complex legal matters." "Damilola Salawu is an outstanding legal professional."