Ashgrove LP · Lagos, Nigeria

Your Trusted Partners for Growth, Protection, and Peace of Mind.

Plain-spoken, high-impact legal counsel for businesses, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, and individuals across Nigeria and beyond.

Clear advice. Direct partner attention. Practical solutions.

The Firm

Legal help that feels clear, not complicated

Founded by partners called to the Nigerian Bar in 2017, each of our partners brings hands-on experience across leading law firms, technology businesses, corporate secretarial consultancies and financial institutions.

We bridge the gap between complex legal rules and real-world business decisions. Whether you are running a growing company, closing a major property deal, or needing trusted personal legal guidance, we deliver clear, practical advice that protects your interests and helps you move forward with confidence.

More about Ashgrove

Approachable, experienced lawyers who understand your business, explain things clearly, and give your matter direct attention.

Why Work With Us

Three commitments we make to every client

Straight Talk, No Jargon

We explain the law in plain, everyday language so you always know where you stand and what your options are.

Direct Partner Attention

You work directly with our senior partners on every matter, receiving personal care and quick turnarounds.

Commercial & Practical

We don't just point out problems — we focus on sensible solutions that save you time, money, and stress.

What We Do

Ten practice areas, one standard of care

Every area of the practice is handled with the same plain-spoken advice and direct partner attention.

  1. Commercial Contracts & Business Advisory Plain-English contracts, business structures and day-to-day advisory that keep your company moving. Explore Commercial Contracts & Business Advisory
  2. Company Secretarial & Corporate Governance CAC filings, board support and governance frameworks that keep your records — and your reputation — in order. Explore Company Secretarial & Corporate Governance
  3. Banking, Fintech & Financial Services Loan documentation, regulatory support for fintechs, and structured debt recovery for lenders and borrowers. Explore Banking, Fintech & Financial Services
  4. Technology & Data Privacy Technology transactions, platform terms and cross-border privacy advisory for digital businesses. Explore Technology & Data Privacy
  5. Government Relations, Regulatory Support & Online Gaming Licensing, regulator engagement and legislative monitoring across fast-changing regulated industries. Explore Government Relations, Regulatory Support & Online Gaming
  6. Intellectual Property, Brand Protection & Digital Media Trademark registration, content protection and licensing that let you safely monetise what you create. Explore Intellectual Property, Brand Protection & Digital Media
  7. Energy, Oil & Gas (Upstream & Renewables) Upstream transactions, petroleum contracts and renewables support across the Nigerian energy sector. Explore Energy, Oil & Gas (Upstream & Renewables)
  8. Real Estate, Aviation, Hospitality & Creative Industries Title verification, property transactions and specialised deals across hospitality, aviation and creative work. Explore Real Estate, Aviation, Hospitality & Creative Industries
  9. Technology & Data Privacy Compliance Operational privacy programmes, data processing agreements and platform compliance built to last. Explore Technology & Data Privacy Compliance
  10. Dispute Avoidance & Pre-Litigation Advisory Early resolution strategy that ends disputes quickly — and firm representation when proceedings are necessary. Explore Dispute Avoidance & Pre-Litigation Advisory

Find the Right Support

What do you need help with?

Choose the closest match and we will point you to the right part of the practice. Not sure? Pick “Something else” and send us a general enquiry.

Meet Our Partners

Direct partner attention, by design

You work directly with our senior partners on every matter — personal care and quick turnarounds, not hand-offs.

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Kelechi Kalu

Kelechi Kalu co-founded Ashgrove LP to give clients what they need most: honest advice, quick turnarounds, and clear legal guidance without the confusion.

Business Advisory · Data Privacy & Tech · Commercial Contracts

Read Kelechi Kalu’s profile

How We Work

A working approach, not a promised timeline

01

We Listen First

We take the time to understand your specific situation, concerns, and goals before recommending a solution.

02

We Keep It Simple

We cut through legal jargon to give you clear advice you can actually use.

03

We Act Swiftly

Business and life move fast, and so do we — ensuring your contracts, agreements, transactions, and issues are handled promptly.

04

We Respect Your Trust

Discretion, confidentiality, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do.

Transparent & Flexible Fees

Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden surprises

Flexible fee options designed to fit your budget and business size.

Monthly or Annual Retainer

A fixed fee for ongoing legal support, contract reviews, phone calls, and day-to-day legal advice.

Best for: Growing companies and small businesses that want ongoing legal help without unpredictable costs.

Fixed Project Fee

A clear, upfront price agreed upon for a specific task, deal, property purchase, or license application.

Best for: One-off transactions, property deals, business setup, and specific filings.

Hybrid or Success Fee

A lower baseline fee combined with a performance fee when we successfully complete your goal or recover funds.

Best for: Debt recovery, major deals, and outcome-focused matters.

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Ready to move forward with confidence?

Tell us briefly what you need — a partner will review your enquiry and come back to you.

21 Udi Street, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria