Our Services

Tailored Legal Services for Startups, Creatives & Visionary Brands

Legal solutions that fit your industry, your stage, and your vision.

Our Core Services

Business Set-Up

Company formation, CAC filings, tax advisory, and founder structuring—everything you need to build on solid legal ground.

Intellectual Property (IP)

Trademark registration, IP audits, brand licensing, and protection for creators, designers, and innovators.

Regulatory Compliance

We offer practical legal guidance to help your business stay compliant while unlocking opportunities.

Tax Advisory

From launch to scale, we help businesses navigate complex tax systems.

Creative Industry

Fashion, beauty, content, and influencer legal support: licensing, collaborations, eCommerce terms, and industry-specific protections.

Funding & Investment

Investor-ready documentation, shareholder agreements, cap table advisory, and compliance strategy.

Data & Privacy

NDPR/GDPR compliance, platform policies, user terms, and data handling legal strategies.

Due Diligence

Corporate, IP, employment, investor, or reputational due diligence for startups, investors, or M&A.

Property & Real Estate Law

Legal searches, C of O processing, land registry verification, lease agreements, and property sale support.

Notary & Corporate Documentation

Witnessing, affidavits, notarisation, power of attorney, and certified legal translations.

Cross-Border Legal Support

We provide end-to-end legal support for cross-border growth, including access to trusted U.S. law firms.

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cross-border growth

Cross-Border Legal Support

Company Incorporation

Startup Legal Package

Business Name Registration

SME Legal Package

Ongoing Support Plans – Cardinal Counsel Legal Subscriptions

Strategic legal support to protect your growth, power your brand, and keep your business investor-ready. All plans come with a dedicated WhatsApp group for real-time access and priority communication.

Cardinal Counsel Launch – ₦124,999/month

Built for solo founders, early-stage startups, and creative entrepreneurs laying their legal foundation.

  • 1 virtual legal session/month (30 minutes)
  • 1 contract reviewed or drafted per month
  • CAC advisory + tax filings support
  • Annual compliance notice + deadline reminders
  • Access to our Founder’s Legal Toolkit (templates + guides)
  • Dedicated WhatsApp group for quick questions & updates
  • 10% discount on additional legal services

Cardinal Counsel Scale – ₦249,999/month

For scaling brands and startups with active operations

  • Up to 3 legal tasks/month (advisory, contract reviews, filings)
  • Bi-monthly virtual legal session per month (30 mins each)
  • 2–3 contract reviews or drafts/month
  • Employment & HR support
  • Dedicated lawyer assigned
  • Dedicated WhatsApp group
  • Document management system setup (G-Drive)
  • Pre-investor audit checklist
  • Annual compliance notice + reminders
  • 15% discount on additional legal services

Cardinal Counsel Lead – ₦350,000/month

For investor-backed, export-ready, or multi-brand ventures

  • Full legal counsel access with dedicated lawyer
  • 5 custom HR/commercial contracts per Month
  • 4 Legal Advisory Sessions per month (30 mins each)
  • Employment & HR support
  • Contract drafting, review, and unlimited amendments
  • Business structuring assistance (you only pay filing fees)
  • Company Secretarial services (Post Incorporation/AGM/Board resolutions filing)
  • Document management system setup (G-Drive)
  • Dedicated WhatsApp support group
  • 20% discount on additional legal services
  • Annual compliance notice preparation and reminders
  • Internal legal training (1 workshop/year)
Testimonials

What They Say About Us

From first-time founders to fast-growing brands, our clients trust us to deliver legal clarity, confidence, and results. Here’s what they had to say.

I highly recommend Cardinal Counsel Law Firm to anyone seeking reliable and effective trademark registration services in Nigeria. Their services are top-notch, and their team is dedicated and knowledgeable.

    Manoj jethwani
    Manoj jethwani

    CEO, Mamaloca (India)

    Registration process for my business was seamless and quick, the services and process was very professional! Rating 100%

      Uju Gift
      Uju Gift

      Creative Director, Structon

      They have top notch service. They have been our legal advisor for some years now and we absolutely recommend them!

        Sheba Ham
        Sheba Ham

        CEO, Seriphics Branding Limited

        Bernice at Cardinal Counsel has been helpful to me and my business. Working with her through Cardinal Counsel has made navigating the business terrain easier.

          Gift Olohije
          Gift Olohije

          Creative Director, Lohije

          I have had the pleasure of working with the Cardinal Counsel team for the past three years, and during this time, they have been an invaluable asset to my business as my legal advisers.

            Akisanya Olanrewaju Samson
            Akisanya Olanrewaju Samson

            CEO, MobileParadigm / Frontendlabs (UK)

            I highly recommend Cardinal Counsel for their exceptional legal support on a deal for my startup. They provided comprehensive guidance from start to finish. Their attention to detail, strategic thinking, and professionalism made a significant impact on the success of the transaction.

              Samuel Ekpemede
              Samuel Ekpemede

              CEO, SnackIT Technology Ltd

              FAQ

              Frequently Asked Questions

              Got questions? We’ve got answers. Here’s everything you need to know about working with Cardinal Counsel — from legal services to how our process works.

              Yes, Cardinal Counsel is a registered law firm operating in Nigeria. Our team consists of qualified legal professionals with experience in corporate advisory, technology law, startup law, intellectual property, fashion and creative industry law and commercial transactions.