M.A. Banire & Associates

M.A. Banire & Associates is a full-service law firm in Ikeja, Lagos, serving corporate organisations, financial institutions, government entities, SMEs, and individuals who require strategic legal support in Nigeria. Operating from the FCMB Building on Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, the firm combines decades of courtroom advocacy with deep transactional experience, providing a one-stop legal hub for clients in Lagos and across the country.

Founded in 1990, M.A. Banire & Associates has grown into a robust practice with a strong profile in corporate and commercial law, banking and finance, capital markets, energy, and litigation. With a sizeable team of associates and counsel, the firm is known for handling complex matters that cut across multiple industries, from oil and gas to telecommunications and fast moving consumer goods. Clients who walk into this law firm in Maryland, Lagos, find not just legal representation, but a professional environment where issues are analysed rigorously and addressed with practical, business-minded solutions.

The firm’s story is rooted in both private practice and public sector insight. The involvement of the Principal Partner in government for over a decade has given M.A. Banire & Associates unique experience in regulatory processes, governmental interface, and policy-driven work. This blend of public and private sector exposure enables the firm to support clients who operate in highly regulated sectors or who must navigate complex governmental procedures, especially within Lagos and across Nigeria’s key commercial hubs.

Specialties

As a full-service legal practice in Ikeja, M.A. Banire & Associates offers a wide range of corporate and commercial legal services tailored to the needs of modern businesses. The firm advises on transaction structuring, legal documentation, company law, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance, helping clients manage risk and close deals efficiently. From start-ups seeking guidance on incorporation and contracts to established corporations handling multi-party transactions, the firm provides clear, grounded advice anchored in Nigerian law and commercial reality.

The firm has a strong practice in banking and finance, debt recovery, asset tracing, receivership, and insolvency. Financial institutions and corporate borrowers turn to M.A. Banire & Associates for loan documentation, security perfection, restructuring, and enforcement. The team’s experience in perfection and governmental interface is particularly valuable for transactions that require interaction with regulatory agencies, registries, or government departments. Clients in oil and gas, telecommunications, mining, insurance, healthcare, education, agribusiness, and transportation and logistics also benefit from dedicated sector knowledge that supports their operations, licensing, project development, and dispute management.

Litigation remains a core strength of M.A. Banire & Associates in Lagos. The firm is active in both civil and criminal litigation, handling disputes that span commercial conflicts, banking and finance matters, contractual breaches, election-related issues, garnishee proceedings, and more. With seasoned trial lawyers, including senior advocates, the firm is equipped to manage high-stakes cases and appellate work, turning complex disputes into clear legal strategies that can be effectively presented in court.

Why Choose M.A. Banire & Associates

• Over three decades of legal practice in Lagos and across Nigeria, with a history dating back to 1990 and a track record of handling complex, high-value matters
• Full-service law firm structure that allows clients to access corporate, commercial, finance, litigation, and sector-specific expertise under one roof
• Strong governmental and regulatory interface capability, informed by the Principal Partner’s long-standing involvement in public service and policy environments
• Deep industry experience across key sectors such as oil and gas, telecommunications, FMCG, agribusiness, healthcare, mining, insurance, and transportation
• Robust team of experienced counsel and associates, providing both strategic insight and the manpower to manage large, time-sensitive transactions and litigation
• Client-focused approach that balances legal thoroughness with practical solutions, ensuring advice is not only technically sound but workable for real business constraints

Location & Accessibility

M.A. Banire & Associates is strategically located on the 2nd Floor of the FCMB Building at Kingsway Bus Stop, 18 Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Ikeja, Lagos, placing it at the heart of one of Lagos State’s most important commercial corridors. The office is in the Maryland/Ikeja axis, a central and well-known area that is easily accessible from Ikeja GRA, the Lagos mainland, and key business districts. With notable landmarks in close proximity and a major roadway right in front of the building, clients can reach the firm conveniently whether they are arriving from the airport, corporate offices, or other parts of Lagos.

Get in Touch

Businesses and individuals seeking reliable legal services in Ikeja, Lagos can connect with M.A. Banire & Associates through their office at the FCMB Building on Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way or via their website at http://www.mabandassociates.com/. Whether you need structured advice on a transaction, representation in a dispute, or long-term legal support, the firm welcomes enquiries and consultation requests.