Philipa Igwe

Experience

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  D. D. Dodo & Co.

  Jul 2014 - Oct 2014

  Legal Intern
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  O.A. Sokoya & co (barristers and solicitors)

  Nov 2016 - Dec 2017

  Trainee Solicitor
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  BA LAW LLP

  Oct 2018 - Mar 2021

  • Associate, Dispute Resolution

    Nov 2019 - Mar 2021

  • Trainee Solicitor

    Oct 2018 - Oct 2019
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  Dream VC

  Jun 2021 - Oct 2021

  Venture Fellow

  Conducted in-depth research and authored a detailed report on the startup ecosystem in Tunisia, analyzing regulatory frameworks, funding structures, government incentives, and sector-specific trends.Provided actionable insights on the challenges and opportunities for early-stage startups and investors operating in Tunisia’s innovation landscape.Applied legal and tax expertise to assess how local policies and fiscal regulations impact startup growth and foreign investment.Collaborated with a pan-African cohort to support Dream VC’s mission of strengthening venture capital access and entrepreneurial ecosystems across Africa.Acquired basic skills in Start-up valuation using the Discounted Cash Flow ModelConducted Due Diligence on startups and prepared investment Memos on startups in Africa and the Middle East Show less

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  Ukiri Lijadu

  Jan 2023 - Sept 2024

  Associate, Commercial Team

  Supported regulatory policy development for a national trade facilitation initiative, working with legal teams across sectors to streamline compliance frameworks.Provided strategic legal advisory on corporate restructuring, estate planning, and regulatory filings for high-value clients.Acted as company secretary for multiple corporate entities, overseeing governance processes and coordinating filings with relevant authorities.Contributed to a major equity transaction in the financial sector, advising on share acquisition structures and corporate governance considerations. Show less