John is an Associate at SimmonsCooper Partners, he plays a pivotal role in the firm’s success, particularly in the dynamic city of Abuja, Nigeria. John leads our SME & Aggregated Service Team and has consistently demonstrated his versatility across a spectrum of industries, including fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), telecommunications, and energy. His innovative thinking and deep knowledge add significant value to clients navigating complex legal terrain.
John’s dedication to the legal profession has earned him several notable awards and recognitions. In 2019, he was honoured with the Prize for Overall Best Student in Law of Taxation at Lagos State University. His commitment to excellence was recognized in 2018 when he received the Vice Chancellor’s Award for Excellence. He also received the prestigious 2018 Impact Maker Award from the Lagos State University Law Students’ Society.
In 2017, John achieved the distinction of being named the Best Student Advocate in Nigeria at the Lagos Court of Arbitration – Young Arbitrators (LCA-YAN) International Commercial Moot. His advocacy skills were further highlighted when he secured the First Runner-Up position at the SimmonsCooper Advocacy Development (SCAD) in 2018. Additionally, John Ojelabi’s legal prowess earned him the Second Runner-Up position at the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot in 2018.
He co-authored an article titled “Law and Business Series: A review of the Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2022: Companies And Allied Matters Act, 2020, Published on Mondaq- 2023.
Membership of Professional Associations
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• NBA Section on Business Law.
• Young International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA)
Background
John holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Lagos Nigeria 2018 and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2019. John became a part of the SimmonsCooper Partners team in January 2020 and has since contributed to the growth and development of the firm, while ensuring optimal client satisfaction.