Law Firm Appoints Bidemi Bello As Managing Partner

Adedeji & Owotomo, LLP, a leading law firm in Nigeria, has announced Bidemi Ademola-Bello’s appointment as its new Managing Partner, effective immediately.

In a statement, the law firm said that Ademola-Bello brings a wealth of experience to the role, with 17 years of practice in both domestic and international legal matters across a broad spectrum of sectors, including banking, insurance, energy, maritime and aviation, intellectual property (IP), technology, corporate investment, international trade, criminal law, family law, constitutional law, administrative law, and government relations.

“We are thrilled to welcome Ademola-Bello as our new Managing Partner,” said Ade Adedeji SAN, Founding Partner at Adedeji & Owotomo. “His proven leadership, unwavering commitment to excellence, and thorough understanding of our client’s needs make him the perfect fit to lead the firm into its next growth phase. He combines an extensive legal background with strong business and management skills, earning our team’s and clients’ confidence.”

Ademola-Bello expressed his enthusiasm for his new role, stating, “I am honoured to take on the responsibility of Managing Partner at Adedeji & Owotomo. I look forward to working closely with our talented team to build on the firm’s legacy of success and continue to provide innovative legal solutions that meet our client’s evolving needs.”

Throughout his career, Ademola-Bello has worked with esteemed law firms such as Kola Awodein & Co., S. B. Joseph & Co., and Olajide Oyewole LLP, all in Lagos. He also visited the International Criminal Court in The Hague as a visiting professional. Before becoming a managing partner, Ademola-Bello held the position of head of chambers and later became a partner at Adedeji & Owotomo LLP.