Tolulope Ajifowobaje
Associate | Akron
Assistant | Nancie Stephenson : [email protected]
About Tolulope:
Tolulope is a dedicated attorney focused on delivering practical legal solutions to her clients. Admitted to practice in Ohio and Nigeria, she leverages almost two decades of experience in corporate law, litigation, and business transactions to address her clients’ most critical legal needs.
In her current practice, Tolulope advises businesses and individuals on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate compliance, complex commercial transactions, day to day contract matters, joint venture agreements, organizational documents, intellectual property management, employment law, and real estate transactions. With a client-centered approach, she crafts solutions that align with business objectives, mitigate risks, and resolve disputes efficiently. Her capabilities include negotiating and drafting contracts, managing intellectual property portfolios, and developing proactive strategies to avoid potential liabilities. She has also represented clients in arbitration and mediation, ensuring cost-effective resolutions while preserving relationships and reputations.
Tolulope’s legal insights are informed by her global experience and her academic excellence. She graduated summa cum laude from The University of Akron School of Law, where she ranked in the top 5% of her class and contributed as Assistant Editor for the Akron Law Review. Additionally, her background in legislative drafting and her experience as a Managing Partner at a law firm in Lagos, Nigeria provided her with a unique perspective on both local and international legal issues. Whether guiding businesses through regulatory challenges, resolving disputes, or advising on pivotal transactions, Tolulope is dedicated to delivering results that empower her clients and drive their success.
- Legal Fellow, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (2023-2024): Advised on corporate compliance, litigation, intellectual property, and employment law, while managing commercial disputes and drafting contracts.
- Law Clerk, The Sherwin-Williams Company (2022-2023): Conducted legal research, prepared legal documents, and supported litigation strategies.
- Managing Partner, Ajifowobaje & Co, Lagos, Nigeria (2014-2021): Provided comprehensive legal counsel to businesses and individuals, represented clients in arbitration, provided legal support for business transactions, handled complex litigation, negotiated and drafted contracts between individuals and businesses.
- Counsel, Abimbola & Abimbola, Lagos, Nigeria (2011-2014): Litigated civil and criminal cases, provided general legal support for private businesses and advised on land-related legal matters.
- Legal Officer, Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (2009-2011): Drafted legal documents, provided regulatory compliance guidance, and supported senior attorneys in case development.
- The University of Akron School of Law (J.D., 2023)
- Assistant Editor, Akron Law Review
- Master’s in Law (Legislative Drafting), Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Lagos, Nigeria (2011)
- Barrister-at-Law, Nigerian Law School (2009)
- Bachelor of Law, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria (2008)
Admissions
- Ohio (2023)
- Nigerian Bar (2009)
Associations
- Member, Nigerian Bar Association (Lagos Branch)
- Barrister and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria
- Member, Ohio State Bar Association
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