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About
Provided by Fred Onuobia SAN
Practice Areas
Banking
Capital markets
Capital markets
Financial services regulatory
Project development
Project finance
Career
Managing Partner
G. Elias
1995 - Present · 28 yrs 2 mos
Lagos, Nigeria
Education
University College London
Master of Laws (LL.M), Law
2004 - 2005
University of Nigeria
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
1986 - 1991
Personal
Fred Onuobia is the experienced Managing Partner of G Elias, one of Nigeria's leading business law firms. A member of several professional organizations, he is recognized in leading international directories of lawyers. Fred has over 29 years of experience in bank lendings, project finance, structured finance, intellectual property protection, the 'new economy', and commercial litigation for both private and public-sector clients. Fred holds a Master of Laws degree from University College London and is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria.
Chambers Review
Global
Fred Onuobia SAN is a well-respected lawyer known for undertaking a considerable volume of finance work in Nigeria. He demonstrates international experience in the space, and represents both public and private sector clients.
Fred Onuobia SAN represents clients in a range of M&A. Based in Lagos, his clients include international companies and major financial institutions.
Fred Onuobia SAN is particularly active representing financial institutions in contentious mandates. Based in Lagos, he is an accomplished litigator.
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Provided by Chambers
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"He covers his grounds very well and is a trusted adviser."
"Fred Onuobia is a very bright and very strong lawyer."
"He has longevity in the market and a high quality of work."
"Fred Onuobia is a well-grounded and very experienced lawyer."
"Fred is an excellent lawyer who adds value every time. He is very knowledgeable, consistent, and has an excellent response time."
"He covers his grounds very well and is a trusted adviser."
