TOBECHI NWOKOCHA

Senior Associate

Tobechi Nwokocha is a senior associate at the firm, specialising in Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Employment, and Competition. With extensive experience in these areas, Tobechi has provided valuable counsel to numerous private equity investors in manufacturing, advertising, pharmaceuticals, hospitality, and financial services.

In the field of Mergers & Acquisitions, Tobechi has played a pivotal role in advising on significant mergers involving leading insurance companies and pension fund administrators in Nigeria.

His expertise extends to guiding clients through merger control, anti-trust, and competition considerations for their investments within the country. Tobechi has successfully handled numerous applications to the Nigerian competition authority, securing necessary approvals in a timely manner.

Furthermore, Tobechi has advised various corporate and multinational entities on employee-related obligations and general labour and employment matters.

With a comprehensive skill set and a proven track record, Tobechi Nwokocha brings valuable insights and expertise to the firm’s Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Employment, and Competition clientele.

CAREER
2023Senior Associate, Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
2019Associate, Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
2018Trainee Associate, Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
2017Intern, Consolex LP
QUALIFICATIONS
2017Nigerian Law School, BL
2016University of Lagos, LL.B

 

BAR ADMISSIONS
2017Nigeria

 

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Nigerian Bar Association

 

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