Pavestones is a boutique law firm with its offices located in Lagos, Nigeria.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has specialised focus on advising on banking transactions including financial services regulatory for clients in the banking and financial services sectors.
Key clients
The firm’s key clients include Agricorp International Development, Betterlending, Pick ‘N’ Pay, Hudson, Bolt Nigeria, Casava Insurance, Kay Africa, Prembly, PandaCash, PFI, FSE Services, Nairagram and Renmoney.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
During the research period the firm was particularly active in banking practice, where the firm advised clients mostly in the agriculture sector on financing deals.
Client Feedback: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
Banking
“Professional.”
“Very responsive, Prompt, Professional and Quick resolution of issues.”
Financial services regulatory
“Pavestones as a law firm is extremely helpful in providing bespoke commercial advisory. They cut through the legalese to proffer commercially beneficial legal solutions, howbeit within the context of the law. They are quick and go the extra mile for their clients.”
“Collaboration, Passion, Confidence, Reliability, Grit, Communication, Experience, Problem-solving skills, Decision-making skills, and Dedication.”
“The law firm’s data audit service is overall and high-level. Not only asking us to answer the questionnaire, but the law firm also provide data compliance training for our IT staff, legal officers, and DPO.”
“The team is very responsive and accessible. They are attentive to the client's needs and provide practical legal advice in consideration of realities within the financial services sector. Aderonke also has demonstrated astute knowledge of the financial services industry in Nigeria. She is extremely resourceful.”
“Qualitative advisory services.”
“(a) Excellent Opinions and advisory - Pavestones provides very prompt, clear and detailed legal opinions and advice on all areas of the transaction; (b) Proactiveness - Pavestones has been proactive in identifying possible challenges and providing advice to avoid some delays; (c) Quality of Work - The quality of work provided by Pavestones has been impressive.”
M&A
“Very High Legal expertise, Adequate negotiation capabilities and Fantastic customer service.”
Project development
“Extremely knowledgeable about the sector and provide tremendous advice when structuring the commercial terms and conditions for each of our client engagements to ensure our risks are mitigated.”
“Expertise and Knowledge: Pavestones Legal has a wealth of expertise and knowledge in the area of Public-Private Partnerships and PPP contracts. They have a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks governing PPP projects in Nigeria, and are able to provide valuable advice and guidance to their clients.
Attention to Detail: Pavestones Legal pays great attention to detail in all aspects of their work, from contract drafting to negotiations. They are meticulous in their approach, ensuring that all legal documents and agreements are accurate, clear and concise.
Responsiveness: Pavestones Legal is highly responsive to their clients' needs and concerns, and are always available to provide advice and support. They are proactive in identifying and addressing potential issues before they become major problems, and are always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that their clients are satisfied.
Strategic Thinking: Pavestones Legal takes a strategic approach to their work, looking beyond the immediate legal issues to consider the broader business objectives and goals of their clients. They are able to provide valuable strategic advice and insights that go beyond the legal aspects of a project.
Professionalism: Pavestones Legal maintains a high level of professionalism in all aspects of their work, from their communication with clients to their conduct during negotiations. They are respectful, courteous, and always act in the best interests of their clients.
Overall, Pavestones Legal is a highly skilled and professional legal team with a deep understanding of PPP contracts and project management. They are reliable, responsive, and committed to delivering excellent results for their clients.”
Feyijuwa Akinyanmi
“Extremely knowledgeable and able to assist us in navigating legal framework within our sector as well as negotiating a fair middle ground with the counterparty's legal counsel.”
“Listens and proffers solutions. Total commitment to clients.”
Aderonke Alex-Adedipe
“Aderonke is honest, dependable and Trustworthy and she puts in a lot of effort in terms of strategizing.”
“Aderonke is quite knowledgeable in her field. She has a firm grasp of the law and goes the extra mile to meeting the business and commercial needs of her clients.”
“Professional”
“Extremely responsive, Analytical, Practical and innovative Thinking, a d Always available to help.”
“She listens, understands and has unbelievable ability to proffer solutions.”
Adedolapo Arisoyin
“Provides overall, accurate and prompt response regarding the data audit, interest rate limitation, CBN open banking compliance, and other related matters.”
Eustace Aroh
“Very professional and responsive.”
Seun Timi-Koleolu
“Very professional and responsive”
