SB JOSEPH & Co.

SB JOSEPH & Co. is a respected law firm in Ebute Metta, Lagos providing strategic legal services to individuals, families, companies, and international clients with interests in Nigeria. From its offices at 140 Borno Way, Ebute Metta, Lagos, the firm advises on transactions, resolves disputes, and protects rights across a broad range of practice areas, with particular strength in intellectual property, commercial law, and litigation and arbitration.

Founded and led by seasoned legal practitioners and arbitrators, including Sigismund Babalola Joseph and Sigismund Babaseyi Joseph SAN, FCArb, SB JOSEPH & Co. combines deep Nigerian legal knowledge with international exposure. The team includes experienced associates who provide thoughtful, detail focused support on both contentious and non‑contentious matters. Clients turn to the firm for clear guidance, careful strategy, and a practical approach to Nigerian law and procedure.

From local entrepreneurs and property owners in Ebute Metta to corporate and foreign clients operating across Lagos State, SB JOSEPH & Co. serves a diverse client base. Whether you are registering a trademark, negotiating a commercial agreement, navigating a family or probate issue, or managing complex cross border disputes, the firm offers structured, professional support tailored to your specific needs.

Specialties

As a full service provider of legal services in Lagos, SB JOSEPH & Co. advises across a wide spectrum of Nigerian law. A core focus is Intellectual Property Law, where the firm handles trademarks, patents, industrial designs, assignments, licensing, franchising, and IP transactions. The team supports clients with the registration of trademarks, patents, and designs in Nigeria, and also coordinates protection in other jurisdictions through established representatives. This integrated approach is particularly valuable for brands and innovators looking to secure and enforce their rights both locally and internationally.

The firm is also highly active in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), representing clients in civil litigation before superior courts in Nigeria and in proceedings before statutory bodies and tribunals. SB JOSEPH & Co. provides pre‑litigation advice, conducts and coordinates litigation processes in other jurisdictions, and assists with the recognition and enforcement of judgments and arbitral awards within Nigeria and abroad. Its arbitration practice is led by a Chartered Arbitrator, giving clients access to specialist expertise in both domestic and international arbitration and in settlement negotiations.

Beyond IP and disputes, SB JOSEPH & Co. offers comprehensive services in Commercial Law, Family Law and Probate, Immigration Law, Land Law, Real Estate and Construction Law, Labour Law, and Admiralty and Shipping Law. From structuring commercial transactions and employment relationships to handling property, maritime, and succession matters, the firm provides a coherent advisory and documentation service that helps clients manage legal risk and achieve practical outcomes in Nigeria’s dynamic business environment.

Why Choose SB JOSEPH & Co.

• Experienced leadership: Guided by senior lawyers including a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and a Chartered Arbitrator, the firm brings seasoned judgment to complex matters.
• Broad yet focused practice: Integrated coverage of intellectual property, commercial, real estate, labour, immigration, family, and shipping law under one roof.
• Strong dispute resolution capability: Robust experience in litigation, arbitration, and ADR, including cross border proceedings and enforcement of foreign judgments and awards.
• Local insight, international outlook: Deep roots in Ebute Metta, Lagos, combined with the capability to coordinate matters and IP registrations beyond Nigeria.
• Structured, diligent case handling: Emphasis on thorough preparation, clear communication, and strategic planning across both contentious and non‑contentious work.
• Accessible legal practitioners and notaries public: Availability for notarial services and practical day to day legal support for individuals, businesses, and institutions.

Location & Accessibility

SB JOSEPH & Co. is located at 140 Borno Way, Ebute Metta, Lagos 101245, Lagos, a central and well known corridor within Ebute Metta. The office’s position in this established Lagos neighbourhood makes it convenient for clients coming from the Lagos Island business districts as well as from mainland areas such as Surulere, Yaba, and other parts of Lagos State. Its accessible location along Borno Way allows clients to combine visits with other commercial or administrative appointments in the area.

Get in Touch

To learn more about SB JOSEPH & Co. and its legal services in Ebute Metta, Lagos, or to discuss a specific legal issue, you can visit the firm’s website at http://www.sbjosephlaw.com/ or contact the office directly using the details provided there. New and existing clients are welcome to reach out to schedule a consultation or to make enquiries about any of the firm’s practice areas.