Written comments
An explanation of the points that need attention, the decisions for you to make and questions to put to the other party. Confirm the reporting format and the documents covered before work begins.
LEGAL SUPPORT
FOR WHAT’S NEXT.
CONTRACTS. CLARITY. CONFIDENCE.
Contract Review Lawyers in Nigeria
Need a contract reviewed before signing? Laude helps businesses, founders and creatives understand risks, request changes and agree the next steps.
Lagos, NigeriaWorking with local and international clients.
Explore Check My Contract, our automated review tool ↗WHAT WE HELP WITH
Contract review services for real business needs.
We review, draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts across industries and deal types.
Business contracts
Supplier, customer and service agreements.
Shareholder agreements
Protect ownership and governance.
Partnership agreements
Set clear rights and responsibilities.
Employment & contractor agreements
Employment, consulting and freelance arrangements.
NDAs
Put confidentiality obligations into clear terms.
Licensing agreements
Use and protect intellectual property.
Artist and management agreements
For talent, creatives and the entertainment industry.
Investment agreements
Support funding, joint ventures and strategic partnerships.
WHEN YOU NEED A LAWYER
Common situations we support.
Before signing
Get a legal review so you know what you’re agreeing to.
When terms are unclear
Understand what the terms mean and where the risks sit.
When negotiating
Get help negotiating clearer terms that reflect your interests.
When there is a dispute risk
Identify red flags and discuss the best way forward.
MAKE AN INFORMED NEXT STEP
What a contract review can include
A review starts with the complete agreement, your role in the deal and what you want to achieve. Agree whether you need an explanation of the terms, proposed edits or support discussing changes with the other party.
A marked-up draft
Proposed wording changes shown against the agreement. A redline helps both parties see what is being requested; it does not mean the other party has accepted those changes.
Negotiation support
Help preparing a response or discussing disputed terms where that work is included in the engagement. Agree who communicates with the other party and how commercial instructions will be confirmed.
Scope and limits
A legal review is different from checking financial forecasts, technical performance or the other party’s ability to pay. Foreign governing law, tax questions and specialist issues may require separate advice.
Questions behind a payment clause
Illustrative checklist — not contract wording or a client matter.
| Point to consider | Questions to discuss |
|---|---|
| “Payment follows acceptance” | Who decides whether the work is accepted, what criteria apply and how is the decision recorded? |
| “Additional work is included” | What work was priced, who can request changes and when must a new fee or delivery date be agreed? |
| “Either party may terminate” | What happens to completed work, unpaid invoices, deposits and obligations that should continue after termination? |
Bring these details to the first discussion
- The complete draft, schedules and referenced documents
- Your role, commercial priorities and proposed signing date
- Earlier offers, agreed changes and relevant correspondence
- Any existing agreement that could conflict with the new commitment
Need an agreement drafted?
Drafting starts with the deal you intend to make. Reviewing starts with an existing document. Choose drafting and negotiation support when the terms still need to be put into a contract.
Reviewing an artist engagement?
Performance, appearance and image-use terms need the context of the intended creative work.
A CLEAR AND COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
How the process works.
A straightforward process designed to give you clarity, practical advice and a considered next step.
- 1
Tell us what you need
Share a brief outline of the contract and your goals.
- 2
We review the documents
Once scope and fees are agreed, we analyse the terms and identify key issues.
- 3
We explain your options
Get clear, practical advice in plain language.
- 4
We advise, draft or negotiate
We help you move forward within the agreed engagement.
OUR PEOPLE
Lawyers who understand
the commercial context.
Good advice starts with understanding your objectives and the decisions ahead. The firm will identify the appropriate support once it has assessed your enquiry.
Meet our teamContract Drafting & Negotiation
Turn a commercial understanding into an agreement that explains responsibilities, payment and what happens when plans change.
Explore our approach →Shareholder Agreements
Agree how ownership, decisions, investment and exits will work before a disagreement puts the business under pressure.
Explore our expertise →Different
perspectives.
A stronger you.
About our firm →FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions,
answered.
How much does contract review cost?
Fees depend on the length and complexity of the agreement, the issues involved and the scope of work. We discuss and agree fees before starting. Send a brief enquiry so we can understand what you need.
How long does it take to review a contract?
Timing depends on the documents and the work required. Tell us about your signing deadline when you enquire. We will confirm a proposed timeline before you engage the firm.
Can you negotiate the contract for me?
We can discuss proposed changes and, where agreed as part of the engagement, help negotiate with the other party. The approach will depend on your priorities and the agreement.
Can I send the document online?
Yes. Start with a short enquiry, then wait for the team to confirm an appropriate channel for documents. Please avoid sending highly confidential information before engagement is confirmed.
Can you review international contracts?
Tell us which countries and governing law are involved. We will assess whether we can assist and explain if advice from counsel in another jurisdiction is needed.
Have a contract you need reviewed?
Speak with our team about your legal needs.