Theophilus Williams Nwoke is a multifaceted lawyer at Hans Offia & Associates, whose expertise spans Taxation, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property & Real Estate, and Corporate & Commercial Law. A seasoned transactional attorney, Theophilus regularly advises the firm’s corporate clients on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and complex transaction structures, lending his insight to high-value deal negotiations and business partnerships.
In addition to his corporate and litigation focus, Theophilus brings significant experience in Banking & Finance, where he provides tailored legal counsel to financial institutions, private equity firms, and corporate borrowers on an array of finance transactions. His work includes advising on loan syndications, structured financing, asset-backed transactions, and project finance, particularly for infrastructure and real estate developments. His grasp of both Nigerian banking regulations and international finance frameworks enables him to deliver strategic solutions that meet clients’ needs for financial security, regulatory adherence, and efficient capital structuring.
Theophilus is known for his analytical depth and proactive approach to emerging legal challenges in Nigeria’s dynamic financial and regulatory landscape. He meticulously supports clients through the intricacies of regulatory compliance and legal risk mitigation, ensuring their operational and strategic goals align with evolving regulatory standards. This focus on compliance extends to his litigation practice, where he represents clients in complex commercial disputes, leveraging his knowledge of both finance and regulatory law to achieve favorable outcomes.
He is also engaged in election petition matters, contributing to the protection of electoral integrity and fair representation through his legal work. By combining his hands-on litigation experience with continuous research into Nigeria’s legal and financial sectors, Theophilus delivers high-caliber representation and informed counsel that empower clients to navigate the full scope of legal, commercial, and financial challenges.
Professional Affiliations
- Nigeria Bar Association
- Nigerian Association of Law Teachers (NALT)
Education
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University (Ph.D)
- University of Ibadan (LL.M)
- Nigerian Law School (B.L)
- Ebonyi State University (LL.B)