Who We Are

…a heritage beyond results

About us

A specialised commercial law firm

Sobowale, Medidem & Bello is a specialised commercial law firm with a credible track record across many areas of law.

Our areas of practice include dispute resolution (litigation and arbitration), corporate and commercial law, intellectual property, maritime, real estate, insolvency and general business advisory, taxation, media and entertainment, and emerging markets. See our practice areas for detail.

We place a premium on client satisfaction, tailoring legal services to each client’s specific business needs. We advise private individuals and corporations in accordance with the finest ethics of the profession.

The firm operates a 24/7 clients-response design, so that current and prospective clients have direct access to us. We remain ready to attend promptly to clients’ instructions within and outside jurisdiction, at all times, through our network of professionals and affiliates, who bring the specific industry expertise needed to meet clients’ diverse needs.

We are proud to have built enduring relationships with public officials and government regulatory agencies and parastatals, providing legal services in almost every discipline. This blend of experience lets our lawyers take on legal assignments and referrals in virtually every area of legal practice.

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Our story

Three friends, one enduring legacy

The SMB story is one of three friends coming together to build an enduring legacy of legal service in a dynamic way, to suit the unique needs of the modern world. Having had the benefit of traditional law practice, we apply creative and innovative minds to that experience and offer our clients a hybrid of distinct legal service.

Our logo brings together our initials, ‘SMB’, in a handshake, signifying the value we place on friendship, which we always extend to our clients. The logo is also a shield and shows how we value and guard our clients’ interests. As a knight trusts his shield, so our clients can trust us to protect their business and personal interests.

Our values

At SMB, we are…

Pragmatic and result-oriented

We focus on practical advice and the outcome that matters to the client.

Innovative

We understand our clients’ businesses and bring creative thinking to their legal needs.

Simple and agile

We keep advice clear and respond quickly as circumstances change.

Prudent and cost-effective

We give careful advice that respects our clients’ budgets.

Our mission objective

To consistently deliver excellent, innovative and cost-effective legal solutions in a dynamic and timely manner.

What our colours stand for

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Talk to us about your business

Tell us what you need and we will respond promptly. Our clients’ response line operates 24/7.