Nigeria

Pavestones is a boutique law firm with its offices located in Lagos, Nigeria.

Focusses / specialisms

The firm has an active presence across banking, M&A, private equity, and projects. The firm has a specialised focus on advising on banking transactions including financial services regulatory for clients in the banking and financial services sectors.

Key clients

The firm’s key clients include MOB Integrated Services, HerVest for Women, Tenn Microfinance Bank, DamDam Global Services, Bank of Industry, Prembly, Doris Technical Assistance Holding, Blue Frontier Group, Akalo Energy, Project UCF, Charterhouse Lagos, Forge Concept Seun 

Research period review: 34th edition (2024/2025)

During the research period the firm was particularly active in banking practice, M&A, private equity and projects. 

A notable highlight includes advising CallUp Technology in its landmark Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Agreement with the Lagos State Ports Authority.

In M&A, the firm is advising Prembly on its strategic acquisition of Peleza International for $4 million. The transaction represents one of the first of its kind in the African fintech space. 

Client Feedback: 34th edition (2024/2025)

Financial Service Regulatory

"Timeliness and knowledgeability." 

"Pavestone Legal stands out for their deep understanding of our industry, attention to detail, and practical approach to problem-solving. Their team is responsive, proactive, and able to balance legal rigor with commercial realities. They consistently provide clear, actionable advice, anticipate potential risks, and present solutions tailored to our operational needs. Their ability to combine technical legal expertise with a collaborative working style makes them a trusted partner for sensitive and high-value matters."

"The team is very responsive and reliable, always available to clarify issues and provide timely advice. They provide practical, business-oriented solutions rather than just legal theory, which makes their advice easy to implement. Their strong understanding of the regulatory and commercial environment in Nigeria gives us confidence that documents and agreements are well-grounded. They are professional, detail-oriented, and thorough in reviewing documents, ensuring that potential risks are flagged early. The team listens carefully to our needs, explains legal concepts clearly, and tailors advice to our specific situation. They inspire trust, maintain confidentiality, and give us confidence that our legal matters are in safe hands." 

Banking and finance

"Professionalism."

Seun Timi-Koleolu

"Seun has consistently demonstrated professionalism, deep legal expertise, and a practical approach to resolving complex matters. His ability to break down intricate regulatory issues into clear, actionable guidance makes collaboration both efficient and insightful. Seun’s responsiveness and willingness to go the extra mile to safeguard our company’s interests stand out, and his personable yet firm negotiation style has been particularly valuable in securing favorable outcomes for us."

Hilary Okorotie

"Good communication."

Eniola Sogbesan

"Eniola pays close attention to detail and ensures documents are watertight and risk areas are covered."