We provide a range of bespoke and practical services in the area of corporate and commercial law to clients operating within diverse sectors of the Nigerian economy including Agribusiness, Financial Services, Construction, Healthcare, Real Estate and Property Development, Energy, Telecommunication, Manufacturing, Hospitality, and Information Technology. In this regard, Zircon Strategy is renowned both locally and internationally as one of the leading corporate advisory providers in Nigeria.
Our lawyers possess depth of experience and have earned a sterling reputation for the quality of advice proffered. We routinely advise on matters relating to business establishment. We also assist new companies with foreign equity participation in their capital structure in obtaining requisite permits and approvals.
Our team also boasts extensive expertise and experience in the art of Corporate Governance. We routinely assist clients in designing bespoke technology driven governance frameworks in relation to their Corporate Governance compliance matters. We also develop and coordinate the implementation of appropriate policies to limit our clients’ exposure to regulatory and legal risks
Whether you are lending or borrowing, the depth and breadth of our technical knowledge sets us apart. Our experience covers all aspects of corporate finance and capital deployment, and you can depend on us for practical, commercially astute finance advice. We handle all transactions in an efficient and effective manner.
Intellectual Property Protection, Management, Audit, Transfer and Valuation
Immigration Advisory
Antitrust and Competition Law
Exports and Imports - International Transactions
Corporate Restructurings
Mergers, Acquisitions & Spin-Offs
Joint Ventures and Strategic Alliances
Franchise, Agency & Distributorship
Antitrust, Trade Regulation and Consumer Law
Privatization Projects (PPP)
Real Estate and Construction Transactions
Transportation Law
Maritime and Admiralty Law
Environmental Law
Labor and Employment Law
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
Bankruptcy & Liquidation
Receivership and AMCON related advisory
Business Licensing Services
Annual Reports Filing Services
Compliance under Labour and Employment Law
Legal Compliance for International Businesses and Foreign Investments
Regulatory Compliance for Banks and other Financial Institutions
Setting up of Project Offices, Branch Offices, and Liaison Offices of Foreign Companies
We take pride in our ability to bring deep legal skills to strong client relationships built on excellence.
Zircon offers unique advantages arising from our deep understanding of challenges faced by enterprises doing business in Nigeria and Africa.
The uniqueness of our team is our biggest source of pride
We are committed to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality
We prioritize first-rate result in
all our engagements &
services
We build relationships through the uttermost level of professionalism
We provide services across a wide range of issues in labour and employment. The consequences of non-compliance with extant employment law for employers can be multi-dimensional and expensive. Getting expert advice can mitigate or prevent issues with employees at a later date. At Zircon Strategy, we make sure that your business is fully fortified and up to date with relevant regulations by assisting your business with:
Understanding employment legislation and applicable case law
Drafting and reviewing compliant workplace contracts
HR Documentation including policies and procedures
HR related filings
Redundancy advisory
Drafting robust employee disciplinary and grievance procedures
Advising on proper and correct processes in dealing with employee grievances
Conducting independent grievance and disciplinary hearings and/or appeals
Workplace Investigations
Disciplinary and Grievance Training For Managers
Fair, unfair, and constructive dismissals
GDPR considerations in employee relations
Our specialist employment advice and guidances support employers in a confidential and cost-effective manner. With over 85 years of combined experience in managing employment matters, we understand the intricate details that many employers overlook. This has helped our clients to ensure that they implement lawful processes and avoid litigation. We can also advise on engaging with trade unions and other third parties.
Additionally, we offer a best-in-class business rescue advisory service with a significant record of success. Clients call on us whenever risks or opportunities arise to discreetly guide them through strategic and legal alternatives for resolving business challenges.
We respond quickly, negotiate effectively and deliver strategic solutions that maximize value and create pragmatic opportunities for our clients and innovate efficient paths to business recovery.