Adedolapo Adekoya
About Adedolapo Adekoya
Adedolapo Adekoya is a Legal Assistant currently working at Intact in Toronto, Canada, with a background in dispute resolution and expertise in international law. She has previously held positions as an Associate Lawyer and Legal Intern in various law firms and organizations across Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Adedolapo Adekoya has been employed as a Legal Assistant at Intact Financial Corporation since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the legal team by providing support in various legal matters. Her responsibilities include assisting with legal research, preparing documents, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. This position allows her to apply her legal expertise in a corporate environment.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to her current role, Adekoya worked at several notable law firms and organizations. She served as an Associate Lawyer at A.O. Alegeh & Co. in Lagos, Nigeria, for one year from 2015 to 2016. She also held positions as a Legal Assistant at Goddard Gamage LLP in Toronto from 2019 to 2020 and as Associate Legal Counsel at Vita Veritas LLP in Lagos from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she gained experience as a Legal Intern at the International Bar Association in London in 2017 and at Wole Olanipekun & Co. in Lagos in 2015.
Education and Expertise
Adekoya holds a Master of Laws (LLM) from Queen Mary University of London, where she studied from 2016 to 2017. She also earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Kwame Nkrumah' University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she completed her legal education at the Nigerian Law School, obtaining a Bachelor of Laws/Doctor of Law (BL/JD) from 2014 to 2015. Her educational background is complemented by expertise in international law and dispute resolution, which are essential in her legal practice.
Skills in Legal Drafting and Negotiation
Adekoya possesses strong skills in legal drafting and contract negotiations. These skills enhance her ability to handle complex legal documents and contribute effectively to legal discussions and agreements. Her proficiency in these areas is vital for her role as a Legal Assistant, where attention to detail and clarity in legal communication are crucial.