Corporate & Commercial Law

Intellectual Property

Intellectual property law governs the ownership and accessibility of ideas and inventions on tangible and intangible concepts. At Stark Legal, we advise our clients on various IP matters involving copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets.

As a commercially oriented firm with a dedicated team of corporate and finance solicitors, we engage in drafting, negotiating, interpreting and advising clients on IP related agreements, such as non-disclosure agreements and license agreements. We also file and prosecute patent and trademark applications at the Patent and Trademark Registry.

We strive to ensure the business name and good will of our clients are protected from Intellectual Property theft.

Our day-to-day tasks in this department involve an array of activities, from issuing notices to parties infringing on a client’s rights, as well as challenging decisions and rulings to prevent the infringement of our Client’s rights.

Communication & Media

The internet has revolutionized communications and media. Our Communications and Media Department caters to a variety of regulatory, and litigation disputes within Nigeria, as well as other issues relevant to the media industry, such as legal regulation of the telecommunications industry, information technology, broadcasting, advertising, the entertainment industry, censorship, and internet and online services among others.

Our team of solicitors at Stark Legal provide counsel on a range of issues incidental to the operation of communication companies, including labor and employment law, talent contracts, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, antitrust law and intellectual property law.

We advise our clients on the entire regulatory spectrum of communication, ICT and media law with great emphasis on the essential practical and analytical skills in the continuously developing field.

Real Estate

Property law practice in Nigeria is vast. It spans various transactions from property acquisition and leasing, to probate and estate administration. Due to the existence of multifaceted Nigerian cultures and legal system, there are a wide range of existing laws and regulations governing real estate practice in Nigeria. Stark Legal is well positioned to assist our clients seamlessly navigate these transactions such as: the acquisition and disposal of all types of interest in real estate from transactions involving property portfolios to discrete sales and purchases every aspect of development including estate planning, environmental permits, construction and property taxation issues real estate finance, advising owners, lenders, borrowers, equity investors, lead managers and others on all aspects of financing, secured lending and securitization.

Technology Registration & Approval

In the midst of ongoing reforms and strategic realignment in Nigeria coupled with significant investments in infrastructure and innovation, Stark Legal has emerged as a preeminent force in facilitating growth and progress within the technological landscape. Our team of seasoned experts stands at the forefront of legislative and regulatory advancement in the field, diligently ensuring that our client’s business objectives are prioritized and safeguarded. By leveraging our comprehensive understanding of technology registration and approvals in Nigeria, we empower our clients to gain a competitive advantage and thrive in the rapidly evolving technological ecosystem.

Corporate Governance & Government Relations  

Our Firm is distinguished by its proficiency in developing thorough corporate governance structures, ensuring compliance, and managing intricate government relations with complete regulatory certainty. Understanding the constantly changing regulations is essential, and our in-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks ensures that your corporate governance and government relations strategies are robust and legally compliant. We provide expert guidance to help clients navigate complexities and mitigate risks effectively.

Labour & Employment

Stark Legal handles employment advisory and litigation for both businesses and individuals. Common employment cases include contract disputes, wrongful termination claims, and compensation and benefits disputes. We remain up to date with the nuances often found in employment contracts, employee handbooks, severance agreements, and other employment documents.

We assist our corporate clients in the review of their employment contracts and employee handbooks to adequately cover terms pertaining to:

• Salary and compensation
• Benefits such as stock options, retirement plans and health insurance coverage
• Employee code of conduct
• Immigration
• Confidentiality Agreement Non-compete Agreements
• Redundancy Termination policies