John

Sunday

Avocat Liste II

John Sunday is a dual-qualified lawyer, admitted to practise in England & Wales and Nigeria. Over the years, he has built strong experience in finance law and is known for advising on complex, high-value transactions.

His work spans banking and finance, project finance, mergers and acquisitions, securitisation, funds, and Islamic finance. John has worked with both international and local clients, supporting transactions across Africa, Europe, and other markets.

What Defines Me

The strength of a lawyer is not just in knowing the law – it is in understanding the deal, anticipating the risk, and closing with precision.

Deal-Maker Across Borders

from Lagos to Frankfurt and now Luxembourg, John has structured and closed high-value transactions across multiple jurisdictions, asset classes, and legal systems – making cross-border complexity his natural environment.

Pioneer in Innovative Finance

John has led landmark transactions in Islamic finance and green capital markets, including Nigeria’s first green Sukuk-demonstrating a forward-thinking approach to financing structures.

Mentor and Community Engagement

Alongside his professional work, John is committed to mentoring law students and young professionals, and actively contributes to the wider legal community.

 

Areas of Practice

  • Investment funds
  • Private Equity
  • Debt Finance
  • Venture Capital
  • Structured Finance
  • Health Tech
  • Med Tech
  • Web3 - Digital Assets
  • AI
  • Climate/Green Tech
  • Space
  • Quantum
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