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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Publications
Volunteer Experience
Awardsandhonours
Leadership Experience
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Kosisochukwu Okoli

McKinney,TX

Summary

A results-driven Commercial Solicitor with expertise in negotiating, drafting, and reviewing commercial contracts. With a strong background in sales and keen commercial awareness, I provide strategic legal advice across contract law, dispute resolution, and corporate governance. Known for a client-focused approach, I balance legal risk with business objectives to deliver high-quality legal services that support commercial success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

COMMERCIAL SOLICITOR (REMOTE)

OLUMAC INTEGRATED SERVICE NIGERIA LTD
LAGOS, NIGERIA
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Researched industry trends and competitive landscape to inform sales strategy.
  • Established pricing policies and negotiated contracts with vendors and customers.
  • Created detailed reports on sales performance metrics for management review.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop effective promotional campaigns.
  • Identified key target markets through analysis of customer demographics and preferences.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for expanding customer base.
  • Generated leads through cold calling, emailing, attending trade shows, and other methods.
  • Monitored competitors' activities to stay ahead of the competition in terms of products and services offered.
  • Developed relationships with key stakeholders within client organizations.
  • Provided technical advice regarding products or services being sold.
  • Maintained effective customer communications and built strong customer relationships.
  • Analyzed competitor markets and reviewed trends.

Attorney at law

IUC GLOBAL LAW FIRM
Awka, Nigeria
02.2021 - 01.2023
  • Company Overview: (A full-service commercial law firm led by a SAN, the Nigerian equivalent of a KC)
  • Represented clients in negotiations, including settlement discussions and dispute resolution in commercial transactions
  • Advised clients on compliance with Nigerian corporate governance frameworks, including the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) and other regulatory requirements
  • Drafted and reviewed commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, memorandum of understanding (MOUs), and partnership agreements to ensure clarity, compliance, and protection of client interests
  • Assisted in cross-border mergers and acquisitions, coordinating due diligence processes, reviewing transaction documents, and preparing regulatory filings with relevant Nigerian authorities
  • Provided advice on intellectual property matters, including trademarks, patents, and copyright registration for corporate clients
  • Advised on corporate governance practices, including board of director meetings, shareholder meetings, and general corporate compliance matters
  • Assisted clients in structuring and negotiating financing arrangements, including project finance, venture capital, and private equity investments
  • Conducted legal research on various corporate law topics, including compliance with Nigerian tax laws, securities regulations, and the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) guidelines
  • Represented clients in regulatory matters before Nigerian authorities, including the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
  • Drafted legal opinions and memos on corporate law issues, ensuring that clients are informed of their rights and obligations under Nigerian law
  • (A full-service commercial law firm led by a SAN, the Nigerian equivalent of a KC)

Legal Assistant

KINSMEN ATTORNEY
Lagos, Nigeria
05.2016 - 01.2021
  • Company Overview: (A boutique commercial law firm)
  • Conducted legal research on corporate law matters, including company registration processes, tax regulations, and commercial dispute resolution
  • Drafted client memos and reports, summarizing key legal issues and providing insights on Nigerian corporate law and regulations
  • Assisted in preparing corporate documents, including board resolutions, share transfer forms, and other corporate filings
  • Assisted in the preparation of legal documents for corporate clients, including partnership agreements, loan agreements, and service contracts
  • Observed and assisted in client meetings, taking notes, and following up on action items
  • (A boutique commercial law firm)

Education

M.A. - International Relations

TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY
UK
05.2023

Barrister at Law -

NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL
Lagos, NIGERIA
07.2021

BACHELOR OF LAW -

NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
Awka, Anambra State, NIGERIA
09.2019

Diploma in Law -

NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
Anambra State, NIGERIA
08.2015

Skills

  • Contract review
  • Legal terminology
  • Project management
  • Writing and editing
  • Task prioritization
  • Criminal law
  • Legal compliance
  • Civil law
  • Case management
  • Microsoft office
  • Legal research and writing
  • Correspondence
  • Fast learner
  • Calendar management
  • Interviewing clients
  • Administrative assistance
  • Legal research

Certification

  • Introduction to Project Management
  • Prince 2 Foundation certification
  • Agile Management Foundation
  • Change management foundation

Publications

  • International Relations in Outer Space-The Sustainable Exploration and Peaceful Use of Outer Space by States and Private Entities: Is There a Need for Stringent Binding Regulations?, Dissertation
  • The Challenges of the decision-making system at the World Trade Organization: The consensus model vs. the voting model “The USA & Appeals the body situation.”
  • Socio-economic drivers, including frustration and aggression as factors that can fuel armed conflict (The Sri Lankan Civil War as a case study).
  • The windfall tax on the UK Energy sector.

Volunteer Experience

Rotary Club NAU Campus, Volunteer as a team member where we created awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and addiction in the university with a population of over 30,000 students.

Awardsandhonours

  • Most Outstanding Law Student, Law Student Association (LAWSA) NAU Senate, 2019
  • Founder and Pioneer President, Space Law Club, NAU, 2019
  • Best graduating student, International Law and Commercial Law, 2019
  • Senior Advocate of LAWSA, 2019
  • Winner, Vice Chancellor’s Football Competition, NAU, 2018
  • Winner, Nigerian Law School Football Competition, 2021

Leadership Experience

  • Vice-Chair Finance, International Relations student, Teesside University, 2022, Managed the association's financial affairs and facilitated the sponsorship of association delegates to the IAC Space for All Conference Paris, 2022 through student and faculty liaising.
  • Coach, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Manfred Lachs Space Law Competition Team, 2022
  • Judge, Jessup Competition Poland National Round, 2020, Reviewed the brief of arguments of participants, analysed and assigned appropriate marks.
  • President, Law Class of 2019, 2019, Chaired the final year forum, managed the forum’s portfolio of N 1.1 million (£2000), organized an event, trip, and journal publication for over 180 students.
  • Lord Chancellor, Probity Chambers NAU, 2018-2019, Facilitated the training of members in procedural aspects of law and organized intra-chamber mock trial competitions.
  • Team Lead, Probity Chambers Moot Court Competition, 2018, Led the probity chambers mock trial team to the finals in the moot court competition.

Accomplishments

· Most Outstanding Law Student, Law Student Association (LAWSA) NAU Senate (2019).

· Founder and Pioneer President, Space Law Club, NAU (2019).

· Best graduating student, International Law (2019)

· Senior Advocate of LAWSA (2019) (A mock equivalent of a KC in the university bar association).

· Winner, Vice Chancellor’s Football Competition, NAU (2018)

· Winner Nigerian Law School Football Competition (2021).

Affiliations

· Vice-Chair Finance, International Relations student, Teesside University (2022) (Managed the association's financial affairs and facilitated the sponsorship of association delegates to the IAC Space for All Conference Paris, 2022 through student and faculty liaising).

· Coach, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Manfred Lachs Space Law Competition Team (2022)

· Judge, Jessup Competition Poland National Round 2020 (reviewed the brief of arguments of participants, analysed and assigned appropriate marks)

· President, Law Class of 2019 (Chaired the final year forum, managed the forum’s portfolio of N 1.1 million (£2000), organized an event, trip, and journal publication for over 180 students.).

· Lord Chancellor, Probity Chambers NAU (2018-2019) (Facilitated the training of members in procedural aspects of law and organized intra-chamber mock trial competitions).

· Team Lead, Probity Chambers Moot Court Competition (2018) (Led the probity chambers mock trial team to the finals in the moot court competition).

Timeline

COMMERCIAL SOLICITOR (REMOTE)

OLUMAC INTEGRATED SERVICE NIGERIA LTD
10.2023 - 06.2024

Attorney at law

IUC GLOBAL LAW FIRM
02.2021 - 01.2023

Legal Assistant

KINSMEN ATTORNEY
05.2016 - 01.2021

M.A. - International Relations

TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY

Barrister at Law -

NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL

BACHELOR OF LAW -

NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY

Diploma in Law -

NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY
Kosisochukwu Okoli