Othniel Falana, LL.B, B.L is the Lead Partner at Hanniel's Noble Legal Practitioners. He leads a full-service practice with a strategic presence across the six geo-political zones of Nigeria. With a background defined by academic excellence and active practice, he has established himself as an astute negotiator and a seasoned advocate.
He is widely recognized for his expertise in Corporate and Commercial Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property, and Agricultural Law. Othniel distinguishes himself through a track record of handling complex regulatory compliance matters and debt recovery litigation. Prior to establishing Hanniel's Noble LP, he had the uncommon privilege of training under three different Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs)—Chief O.E.B Offiong, Chief Rickey Tarfa, and Chief Adeniyi Akintola—as well as practicing at Tunde & Adisa Legal Practitioners, where he honed his mastery of corporate commercial law.
“He has demonstrated patience, wit, wisdom, skills, and most important to me, passion.”Maat Chandra Barber, CEO Black Elite Trucking Services.
“I appreciate… his outshining wisdom and emotional intelligence which is evident in how he has coordinated his team.”Temi Oseni, MD/CEO Sanguine Capital Limited.
“A trustworthy lawyer that is taking my case serious and has a plan that leaves me feeling confident.”Client Testimonial.
Successfully represented parties in a complicated, precedent-setting surrogacy case in 2021 which moved the Court into legalising surrogacy in Nigeria. This landmark decision has significantly influenced the development of Family Law and reproductive rights in the country.
Regularly advises and represents corporate clients in high-stakes Intellectual Property disputes and Corporate Compliance matters, ensuring regulatory alignment in a fast-paced commercial environment.
Actively represents private companies and organizations in Debt Recovery and General Litigation, utilizing alternative dispute resolution mechanisms where necessary to secure client assets.
Advises on Agricultural Law and advisory services, providing legal frameworks for agricultural investments and land transactions.
Led legal advocacy in various fora for the protection of women's and children's rights, acting as a firm advocate for vulnerable demographics within the Nigerian legal system.
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