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Awards & Accolades

  • "There's a lot of attention to detail and quality control, so you see partners and senior associates of the team being integrally involved in transactions, and that reflects in the quality of the work output." - Chambers Global 2018

  • We "find them very resourceful, always a very good sound board to discuss ideas with. They're very nimble; they can turn around work really quickly." - Chambers Global 2018

  • "I have confidence in their partners, in their processes, in their detailed work and in their work ethic." - Chambers Global 2018

  • "When we have a complex transaction they would always be the first to come to mind. We find them to be extremely creative and always helpful." - Chambers Global 2018

  • They draw experience from other practice areas to provide "a very professional" dispute resolution service. Interviewees identify the team as "very strong corporate practitioners." - Chambers Global  2018

  • “By reputation, B&I is generally considered the market leader in the capital markets, but it has also come to the fore in M&A and finance…” - IFLR 1000

  • “B&I is ranked as a highly recommended law firm for corporate/M&A transactions” - PLC Which Lawyer

  • “B&I is ranked among the 50 fastest growing Nigerian Enterprises in 2013” - The Tony Elumelu Foundation

  • B&I is one of two Nigerian firms ranked among the top 20 global Project Finance Law Firms. - The Lawyer

  • B&I is one of few Nigerian law firms, which are members of the Loan Market Association.

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    • Highly regarded group that possesses considerable expertise in capital markets and loan transactions.”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Well known for advising a number of major commercial banks and domestic financial institutions, as well as working ...”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Possesses extensive experience structuring financial transactions and advising on regulatory matters.”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Increasingly active in transactions and financings involving the oil and gas and power sectors.”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Market-leading team that is highly regarded for its work in the capital markets space, working with high-profile ...”

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    • Possesses a wealth of experience across several areas and well placed to handle matters relating to government ...”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Frequently acts for oil and gas companies, investment companies and private equity funds”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Well-regarded firm with a practice covering arbitration, litigation and alternative dispute resolution.”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Works with local and international clients in areas such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals and energy.”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Intertwines corporate and litigation practices to help financial and corporate clients navigate the legal landscape.”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Experienced in a range of disputes, including employment and asset recovery”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Solid practice within a well-regarded Nigerian firm.”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Noted for its activity in anti-counterfeiting, as well as its capable handling of copyright and trade mark ...”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Talented group that offers extensive experience handling high-profile energy clients on various complex natural ...”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Recognised for its involvement in gas supply and utilisation, engineering procurement and construction and ...”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Also well experienced advising international and domestic investors looking to develop projects in Nigeria in ...”

      Chambers Global 2017

    • Increasingly visible on power mandates, particularly on renewable energy matters.”

      Chambers Global 2017