An Overview of
Our Notable Rankings

The Legal 500: Europe, Middle East & Africa 2023

We are pleased to announce that Banwo & Ighodalo yet again retains the lead position for the 4th year in a row, as it maintains its position as the ONLY Nigerian Law Firm with Tier 1 rankings in all 6 Practice areas in the recently released rankings by Legal 500 EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) for the year 2023.

Banwo & Ighodalo retains the Tier 1 spot across 8 Practice Areas in IFLR1000 2022 Firm Rankings

Banwo & Ighodalo is delighted to once again retain the Tier 1 spot across 8 Practice Areas in the recently released IFLR1000 2022 Firm Rankings.At the latest IFLR1000 rankings, B&I's strong practice has been recognized as covering the Banking, Capital Markets (Debt & Equity), Mergers & Acquisitions, Project Development (Energy & Infrastructure), Project Finance, and Restructuring & Insolvency sectors.
We are particularly proud of our dedicated team, working tirelessly to bring quality legal services to our different clients, and of our clients who continue to trust us with providing market-leading advice, across a wide range of sectors.

Banwo & Ighodalo wins "Nigeria Capital Markets Firm of the Year” award for 2022!

Banwo & Ighodalo, the Nigeria – Law Firm of the year 2022, has won IFLR Africa’s award for “Capital Markets Firm of the Year: Nigeria” for year 2022! This award, coupled with other domestic and international recognitions, undoubtedly represents unequivocal confirmation of B&I’s leading role in the capital markets space in terms of deals value, volume, complexity and innovation.

FMDQ GOLD AWARDS 2020

We did it again!!!
Four times in a row, Banwo & Ighodalo emerged Winner of the Debt Capital Markets Solicitors award at the FMDQ Gold Awards 2020.
This Award is in recognition of our leading position as the Nigeria Capital Markets Solicitors of choice

Chambers and Partners Rankings - 2020

Banwo & Ighodalo is pleased to announce that it has received Band 1 rankings across our Banking & Finance, Corporate/Commercial and Energy & Natural Resources practices in the Chambers & Partners Global Guide 2020.
The publication also highlights that industry sources speak highly of the firm’s quality of work, describing it as “absolutely excellent” and “the best in the market”. We are truly inspired by this recognition to continue providing top notch legal advice and we thank all our stakeholders for contributing towards this exceptional rankings.

B&I retains top rankings in The IFLR1000 2020 rankings

Banwo & Ighodalo received Tier 1 rankings in all practice areas in the National Firm Rankings for IFLR1000’s thirtieth edition, 2020. In addition, ten of the firm’s lawyers are also recognized in several practice areas by the directory.
The IFLR1000 is the guide to the world's leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers. Its rankings are based on a range of criteria including technical ability, market share, reputation and client care.
Banwo & Ighodalo remains top law firm for:- Banking- Capital Markets (Debts)- Capital Markets (Equity)- M&A- Project Development: Infrastructure- Project Development: Oil and Gas- Project Development: Power- Project Finance

The Legal 500: Europe, Middle East & Africa 2020

Once again LEGAL500 ranks Banwo & Ighodalo, in its “Legal 500 EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) 2020 ratings”, as “a Top Tier Firm in 6 Practice Areas:- Banking, Finance & Capital Markets- Commercial, Corporate and M&A- Dispute Resolution- Real Estate & Construction- Energy & Natural Resources- Shipping & Transport
We stand as the only Firm in Nigeria with Tier 1 rankings across all Practice Areas and also the highest number of leading & recommended individuals from any Law Firm in Nigeria.

B&I Highly Ranked in 2019 Chambers Global Rankings

We received remarkable global rankings across our Banking & Finance, Corporate/Commercial and Energy & Natural Resources practices according to Chambers Global Guide 2019, released on 15 February 2019.The Firm was recognized in Band 1 (the highest tier in the Chambers’ rankings) in the areas of Banking & Finance, Corporate/Commercial and Projects & Energy. Eight of our lawyers were similarly recognized for the excellent work they do. B&I also retained its ranking as a leading firm in Intellectual Property and Dispute Resolution, with our Fintech (Legal) practice following suit strongly in Band 3; after having only recently debuted in the latest rankings.In its editorial, market observers describe Banwo & Ighodalo as a “very efficient law Firm” and speak highly of the firm’s “legal service excellence across the board, from partners to junior staff,” adding that the group is “highly responsive and flexible.”

Banwo & Ighodalo retains top rankings in The IFLR1000 2019 rankings

Banwo & Ighodalo has retained its leading position as a top tier firm across all financial and corporate areas in the 2019 IFLR1000 rankings, for the third year in a row. In addition, eleven of the firm’s lawyers are also recognized in several practice areas by the directory.The IFLR1000 is the guide to the world's leading financial and corporate law firms and lawyers. Its rankings are based on a range of criteria including technical ability, market share, reputation and client care.
Banwo & Ighodalo remains top law firm for:- Banking- Capital Markets- M&A- Project Development: Infrastructure- Project Development: Oil and Gas- Project Development: Power- Project Finance

The Legal 500: Europe, Middle East & Africa 2018

Cited by Legal 500 as a Top Tier firm with domestic legal practices dominating transactional and contentious practice areas in the Nigerian legal market, Banwo & Ighodalo received multiple top-tier rankings in the Legal 500 EMEA rankings, released 12 April 2018.The Firm's five practices, namely Banking and Finance, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Energy & Natural resources, Real estate and construction, Shipping & Transport, have been listed in Tier 1 of the ranking for its 2017 activity; with our Dispute resolution pratice following suit strongly in Tier 2; after having only debuted in last year’s rankings.In addition, 16 lawyers, the highest (combined) in Nigeria, were recommended by the Directory (listed below): - Banking, finance and capital markets: Asue Ighodalo, Ayotunde Owoigbe, Azeezah Muse-Sadiq, Femi Olubanwo, Isa Alade, Seyi Bella - Commercial, corporate and M&A: Asue Ighodalo, Ayotunde Owoigbe, Azeezah Muse-Sadiq, Femi Olubanwo, Isa Alade, Stella Duru, Tomisin Ojuawo - Dispute resolution: Abimbola Akeredolu, Chinedum Umeche - Energy and natural resources: Akindeji Oyebode, Asue Ighodalo, Kehinde Ojuawo, Ken Etim, Stella Duru - Real estate and construction: Olamide Oshikoya, Olumide Osundolire, Stella Duru - Shipping and transport: Ken Etim, Nonso Azih

B&I Lawyers Excellent in 2018 Chambers Global Rankings

Banwo & Ighodalo maintains its top rankings in the Nigerian legal market, according to the Chambers Global 2018 Guide, released on 15 February 2018.The Firm was recognized in Band 1 (the highest tier in the Chambers’ the rankings) in the areas of Banking & Finance, Corporate/Commercial and Energy & Natural Resources, a total of 7 lawyers being similarly recognized. Banwo & Ighodalo also retained its ranking as a leading firm in Intellectual Property and in Dispute Resolution.
In its editorial, Chambers Global cites the Firm's ability to “instill confidence in its clients” and its "technical ability & legal knowledge” as some of the firm’s distinguishing characteristics. The publication also highlights the Firm as being a “standout firm in the market.”
We are truly delighted by the positive feedback and unreserved commendations conveyed by our clients to Chambers Global. With these excellent rankings, we re-affirm our promise to always provide best in-class legal service, delivered excellently, by outstanding people.

Banwo & Ighodalo Retains Tier 1 in all IFLR-1000 2018 Rankings

Banwo & Ighodalo has retained its top position in all seven ranked categories of leading legal directory, International Financial Law Review 1000 2018 (IFLR-1000), for the second consecutive year. Tier 1 is IFLR1000's highest ranking.
The firm earned these Tier 1 rankings from IFLR-1000 in the following practices: Banking, Capital Markets, Energy, Infrastructure, M&A, Oil and Gas, Project Finance. In addition, ten of the firm’s lawyers are also recognised in several practice areas by the directory.
We are truly delighted about this recognition. We see the consistency of our Tier 1 rankings as a testament to our steadfast commitment to deliver excellent legal advice and services to our valued clients around the world.

Banwo & Ighodalo retains its top position within leading legal directory, Chambers Global 2017.

Banwo & Ighodalo has once again received remarkable Tier 1 rankings in the Nigerian legal market, across its Banking & Finance, Corporate/Commercial and Energy & Natural Resources practices in the Chambers Global Guide; with 6 lawyers also recognized. Banwo & Ighodalo also retained its ranking as a leading firm in Intellectual Property and made its debut ranking in Dispute Resolution -- a testament of our evolution into a full service law firm.
We thank our valued clients for the positive recommendations conveyed to Chambers Global; which have earned us these exceptional rankings. We are truly inspired by this recognition to continue providing top notch legal advice.
Chambers Global 2017 directory offers client-based insights into law firms and lawyers practising internationally; and covers over 190 countries across the world including Region-wide and Global-wide sections. Law firms and individual lawyers are ranked in bands from 1-6, with 1 being the best. The qualities on which rankings are assessed include technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.

Banwo & Ighodalo Garners Strong Rankings in the 2016 Legal 500 US Special Edition Scorecard

Demonstrating strengths across transactional practice areas – including Banking and Finance, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Energy & Natural Resources, Shipping and Transport – Banwo & Ighodalo received multiple top-tier rankings in the 2016 Legal 500 US Special Edition Scorecard; which ranks the legal advisors to transactions during the previous year.
The firm received Tier 1 rankings for Banking and Finance, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Energy & Natural resources and Tier 2 in Shipping and Transport for its 2015 activity and consistently places among the leading Nigerian law firms in this annual market review.

IFLR1000's Rankings 2016

Banwo & Ighodalo is ranked amongst the regions best by IFLR1000’s 2016 - a financial law publication which provides tiered rankings of leading global financial and corporate law firms for different regions, markets and practice areas.Rankings are based on three key criteria: transactional evidence from the last 12 months of work, peer and client feedback conducted by means of online feedback surveys and phone/face-to-face interviews with ranked firms.
It is through the feedback and confidence of our clients in the firm, that the ranking for our Infrastructure practice has been upped to Tier 1. Happily, we also maintained Tier 1 rankings in our Banking, Capital Markets, Energy, M&A, Oil & Gas and Project Finance practices. Thus, for 2016, we have been featured in Tier 1 across 7 practice areas, making us one of only two Nigerian law firms to be so ranked.
The Team at B&I is delighted about this recognition. As ever, we are grateful to our esteemed clients, whose custom and support over the years assure the continued success and growth of our firm.

FIRM EXCELS IN 2016 CHAMBERS GLOBAL 2016 RANKINGS

Banwo & Ighodalo has once again received remarkable Tier 1 rankings in the Nigerian legal market, across its Banking & Finance, Corporate/Commercial and Energy & Natural Resources practices in the Chambers Global 2016 Guide. The Firm’s Intellectual Property was also ranked in Tier 2. In addition, B&I earned unequivocal and positive reviews/commentaries in the Guide; revalidating its exceptional team of lawyers and staff, market expertise and unwavering client commitment.
We truly thank our cherished clients for the positive recommendations conveyed to Chambers Global; which have earned us these exceptional rankings.
The Chambers Global is the leading international legal directory established in 1990, now covering over 190 jurisdictions throughout the world. The Guide ranks both lawyers and law firms based on an in-depth unbiased research, including interviews with clients and law practitioners.

Banwo & Ighodalo Confirms its Top Rankings in Chambers Global 2015

The Firm's Banking & Finance, Corporate/Commercial and Energy & Natural Resources practices have been listed in the top bands; thus reconfirming B&I’s market expertise and unwavering commitment to its clients.
The Chambers Global is the leading international legal directory established in 1990, now covering over 190 jurisdictions throughout the world. The Guide ranks both lawyers and law firms based on an in-depth unbiased research, including interviews with clients and law practitioners.

The Legal 500 US Special Edition Hails Banwo & Ighodalo’s Practices Top Tier

In the 2015 US Special Edition of The Legal 500 Guide, Banwo & Ighodalo, “particularly commended for its responsiveness”, achieved a number of Tier 1 and Tier 2 rankings across its practices; thus reconfirming its high positions for several consecutive years.
Banwo & Ighodalo received Tier 1 rankings for Banking & Finance, Corporate and M&A, Energy & Natural resources and Tier 2 in Shipping & Transport. According to the guide, Banwo & Ighodalo is “a top-notch practice that is commended for its experiences, focus and ability to understand issues, as well as proffer practical and workable solutions”.
The Directory also notes that Banwo & Ighodalo’s “practice is truly excellent”. Its “overall level of service is outstanding and the firm has legal experts that are responsive, incisive in their advice and commercially sensitive ".
The Energy & Natural Resources practice is described as "responsive" as the team “exceeds client’ expectations”, and managing partner Ken Etim is recommended as leading lawyer in this field. Further, the Directory also named partners Asue Ighodalo, Ken Etim and Ayotunde Owoigbe as “Leading Lawyer”.

Rankings

An Overview of Our Notable Rankings