Business & Corporate Law in Nigeria

Build, Grow, and Protect Your Business the Legal Way

Business & Company Registration Lawyers in Nigeria

At Ren Attorneys, we’re more than just legal advisors – we’re your strategic partners. Whether you’re a startup, a growing enterprise, or an established corporation, our mission is to protect your interests, solve your challenges, and pave the way for your success.

With expertise in corporate law, contracts, mergers & acquisitions, intellectual property, compliance, and dispute resolution, we deliver tailored solutions that drive results. Our team combines legal precision with business acumen to guide you through complex challenges and seize opportunities with confidence.

  • Client-Centered Approach: Your goals are our goals. We take the time to understand your business and industry.

  • Proven Expertise: Our attorneys bring years of experience and a proven track record in handling high-stakes transactions and cases.

  • Innovative Solutions: We think beyond the legal framework to offer practical, forward-thinking strategies.

  • Global Reach: Whether local or international, our network ensures seamless support wherever you operate.

Business Formation

Business Name: For sole proprietorships and partnerships.

Private Limited Company (Ltd): Most common structure for SMEs.

Public Limited Company (PLC): For large businesses looking to trade shares publicly.

Incorporated Trustees: For non-profit organizations, religious bodies, or NGOs.

Trademark & Patents

Copyright:
This covers literary, musical, and artistic works, cinematographic films, sound, and broadcasts.

Trademarks:
. Protects brand names, logos, and other distinctive marks used in trade.

Patents:
It protects new inventions, involves an inventive step, and is industrially applicable.

Business Compliance

Documents needed for company compliance in Nigeria

Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC)

PenCom Compliance Certificate:

Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Certificate:

NSITF Compliance Certificate:

Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) Registration:

Raising Capital for Real Estate (JV)

Access to Capital: Combines financial resources from multiple parties.

Risk Mitigation: Shared financial and operational risks.

Leveraged Expertise: Combining complementary skills like development expertise and market access.

Scalability: Enables larger or more complex projects than individual parties could handle alone.

Import & Export Trade

Importation laws in Nigeria govern the processes and regulations surrounding bringing goods into the country from abroad.

Export License

Nigerian Customs Service (NCS)

Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON)

National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC)

Product Registration

Full registration of products in both categories, as currently set out by NAFDAC: drugs and food.

​ Drugs include medical devices, vaccines, chemicals and pesticides, veterinary products, nutraceuticals and supplements, herbal preparations, and cosmetics. NAFDAC also regulates drug clinical trials.

Food products include processed and semi-processed food, bottled or sachet water, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, etc.

We don’t just file paperwork — we provide legal clarity that helps your business thrive. With deep knowledge of Nigerian corporate law, we help you stay compliant, reduce risks, and scale confidently.

Why Business Owners Work With Us:

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We assist with business registration, company structuring, compliance, contracts, partnerships, dispute resolution, advisory, and more.

  • It gives you legal recognition, boosts your credibility, helps you secure funding, and protects your personal assets from business liabilities.

  • A business name is simpler and cheaper but offers no legal separation. An LLC provides better credibility, investor trust, and limited liability protection.

  • Typically 7–10 working days. We manage the entire process, so you can focus on building your business.

  • Yes — we draft and review contracts to ensure your business relationships are legally sound and protected from future disputes.

  • Make sure it’s unique, easy to remember, aligns with your business goals, and doesn't violate trademarks. We guide you through that process too.

  • We offer legal strategies to resolve the issue — through negotiation, mediation, or litigation if necessary. You don’t have to face it alone.

  • Yes. Banks and investors take registered businesses more seriously, especially if you’re operating as a limited liability company.

  • Yes — it's best to register early to avoid legal issues down the line, access more opportunities, and protect yourself from personal liability.

  • Yes, we offer retainers and on-demand consultations to help businesses stay compliant and make sound legal decisions as they grow.