About Us

At SHQ Legal, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. With decades of combined experience in various areas of law, our team of skilled legal consultants has constantly offered comprehensive legal solutions designed to navigate the complexities of the corporate world. 

Our firm is built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, excellence, and client-focused service. We specialize in a wide range of legal transactions while operating with a collaborative and strategic approach, ensuring that each client receives personalized attention and innovative solutions to achieve their business goals.    

Clients' success is our priority at SHQ Legal. We are available to offer expert legal guidance and support to help you navigate the ever-evolving business landscape with confidence.

Our Philosophy

Our Promise

An SHQ Client is consistently assured of excellent results through the deployment of our creative solutions

Our Mission

To move our clients’ interests forward by designing customised solutions, leveraging experience, talents, and new technologies.

Our Vision

To become Africa’s leading provider of creative business solutions for innovative businesses and individuals.

Our Core Values

On the backbone of Empathy,
Collaboration, Innovation, Equity and Resilience

Our Consultants

GBEMINIYI SHODA

Principal Partner

Mark Imonitie

Head of Legal

Aderonke Kehinde

Legal Consultant

Lynda Ogbuagu

Legal Consultant

Emmanuel Ohonyon

Legal Consultant

Donna Onwukaike

Legal Consultant

Toluwani Akinmola

Legal Consultant

Temitayo Ajisafe

Legal Consultant

Glory Ani

Legal Consultant

Gbeminiyi Shoda

Principal Partner

Gbeminiyi Shoda is a seasoned Legal Practitioner with solid and progressive experience in all facets of Corporate and Commercial Law Practice. She began her career 10 years ago in a law firm in Lagos, and is currently the Managing Director of Structure HQ, a company that provides corporate and commercial solutions for individuals and innovative businesses.

Before becoming the Managing Director of Structure HQ and Principal Partner of SHQ Legal, she joined VFD Group Plc in 2015 providing leadership and directions to the Legal, Compliance and Company secretariat department across VFD’s ecosystem which includes Financial Advisory, Banking, Asset Management, Stockbroking, Remittance, Technology, Real Estate, Hospitality and Media.

Gbeminiyi Shoda is a member of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) and Institute of Directors (IOD)

Mark Imonitie

HEAD OF LEGAL

Mark is an experienced Corporate/Commercial Lawyer with expertise in Capital Markets, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Technology, Taxation, and Dispute Resolution. His professional background in these practice areas has enabled him to deliver strategic and solution-oriented legal advice to domestic and international clients across various sectors. As a transactional lawyer, he has advised on several high-value transactions such as Green Bonds, Commercial Paper Programs, Venture Funding, Infrastructure/Project Finance, Tax Planning, and Transfer Pricing. He has also collaborated with his team in advising on the bespoke and ‘first-ever’ Non-Interest Commercial Paper Program in Nigeria listed on the FMDQ Exchange. He is passionate about the law and eager to add value to all clients he serves.

Aderonke Kehinde

LEGAL CONSULTANT

Aderonke is a knowledgeable and committed legal practitioner offering keen expertise in legal practices, technical literacy in legal advisory, regulatory compliance, corporate finance, and administration. She has excelled in providing legal advice to both local and foreign investors, helping them navigate the regulatory landscape in Nigeria. She is adept at preparing versatile regulations that highlight the fundamental principles and concepts of law while offering appropriate legal theories. She has a knack for managing, analyzing, and articulating the legal dimensions of issues that require a strategic response. She is dependable and continually strives to exceed the highest standards in quality and delivery while maintaining optimized levels of professional excellence.

Lynda Ogbuagu

LEGAL CONSULTANT

Lynda is a seasoned legal practitioner with over 5 years of experience in providing top-notch legal advisory to both local and international clients. Over the years, she has provided quality services ranging from Corporate/ Commercial law to Real Estate, Banking & Finance, and Mergers & Acquisitions. A First-Class graduate from the Nigerian Law School, Lagos, she harnesses her knowledge and skills in proffering legal and strategic solutions in various business transactions. Lynda is an effective and efficient contribution to the development of any organization.

Emmanuel Ohonyon

LEGAL CONSULTANT

Emmanuel is an astute and strategic legal practitioner committed to maximizing performance, delivering results and ensuring clients’ satisfaction. He is competent in developing and implementing strategies for clients’ engagement dispute resolution, negotiations and compliance alloyed with analytical skills to determine progress for the achievement of business objectives. He is an energetic professional with excellent problem assessment and decision-making skills known for being excellent with numbers, developing and maintaining key high-level client relationships reaching over 85% satisfaction index, and harnessing a robust network of business professionals for surpassing set objectives.

Donna Onwukaike

LEGAL CONSULTANT

Donna is a qualified legal practitioner and member of the Nigerian Bar Association. She holds an LL.B. degree from Babcock University in Ogun State, Nigeria, and a B.L from the Nigerian Law School. In addition to her educational qualifications, she is a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, UK (CIArb) and the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN). Donna is a team player dedicated to providing bespoke solutions to clients in diverse areas of legal practice. She has a keen interest in Data privacy, Mergers & Acquisitions and Medical law.

Toluwani Akinmola

LEGAL CONSULTANT

Toluwani is a skilled corporate lawyer with a focus on Commercial Transactions, Data Protection, Technology, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Banking & Finance. With a strong ability to navigate complex legal landscapes, he excels in providing strategic legal counsel that drives business success. Toluwani is a collaborative team player who thrives in multidisciplinary environments, leveraging detail-oriented and analytical skills to deliver innovative solutions. Known for his strong communication abilities, effectively conveys intricate legal concepts to diverse stakeholders, fostering lasting relationships. He is committed to excellence and is dedicated to ensuring compliance and facilitating seamless transactions in an ever-evolving legal framework.

Temitayo Ajisafe

LEGAL CONSULTANT

Temitayo is a focused and determined legal practitioner with interests in Corporate and Commercial Law, Intellectual Property Law, Data Privacy & Protection, Real Estate, amongst other fields. She holds an LL.B. from the University of Lagos and has been admitted to the Nigerian Bar. She is an avid researcher, detail-oriented, with good interpersonal skills. She has gained significant experience in various fields of law, particularly in Corporate/Commercial law, Regulatory Compliance and Data Privacy & Protection including engaging in relevant trainings to develop her knowledge and skills. She is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association; the Nigerian Bar Association – Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL), an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Mediation and Conciliators (ICMC), and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, UK (CIArb). She speaks basic French Language and has interests in traveling and networking.

Glory Ani

LEGAL CONSULTANT

Glory is an exceptionally motivated and results-driven business lawyer with a solid background in corporate law and a proven track record in management. Leveraging a bachelor’s degree, certifications in interest areas touching business law and finance, and 3 (three) years of hands-on experience in legal and management roles, she brings a unique blend of legal expertise and dexterity in business management skills. She is especially renowned for being a high performer, very skilled in fostering collaboration, driving operational efficiency, and delivering impactful solutions in complex and fast paced business environments.

Empower Your Decisons

Subscribe to newsletter today! Join our community of businesses and HNIs receiving expert legal insights and updates.
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Your Legal Intelligence for Business Excellence!

Quick Links

Home
About Structure HQ
Practice Areas
Publications
Contact Us

Legal

Privacy Policy
Terms and Conditions

Stay in Touch

8, Norman Williams Street,
South-West Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria.
+234 9139362545
+234 9168632124
info@shqlegal.com