Member, Section of Business Law (SBL) Nigerian Bar Association
Omodolapo Balogun is a legal practitioner with focus on data protection, regulatory compliance and business advisory. She works as an Associate at Pearl and Pearson LP, an African commercial law firm providing legal and regulatory advisory to founders, and corporate investors operating in Nigeria and Africa at large. She works with startups, organizations, and growing businesses to ensure they operate within the law while building efficient and sustainable structures.She also work with diaspora investors building or investing in Nigeria, providing practical legal support tailored to their needs Omodolapo also has a growing specialization in data protection and privacy, helping organizations align with the Nigerian Data Protection Act (NDPA) by developing policies, supporting compliance processes, and promoting responsible data practices.
Some relevant experience
Advised clients on compliance with the Nigerian Data Protection Act (NDPA), including the development and review of privacy policies and internal data governance frameworks.
Supported organizations in implementing data protection practices by conducting compliance reviews and recommending risk-mitigation strategies aligned with regulatory requirements.
Drafted and reviewed a wide range of commercial agreements, including service contracts, founder agreements, and advisory instruments, ensuring clarity, enforceability, and alignment with clients’ business objectives.
Conducted legal due diligence on real property transactions, identifying potential risks and advising clients on title verification and secure acquisition processes.
Provided ongoing legal advisory support to businesses on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, and operational risk management.
Advised clients on investment and transaction structures, including matters relating to foreign and diaspora investment into Nigerian businesses.
Professional Association & Academic Record
Member, Nigerian Bar Association
Practice summary
Omodolapo’s practice focuses on corporate and commercial law, property law, and data privacy and protection.