Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the website and services provided by A.O.S. Hodonu & Co., a law firm registered and practicing in Lagos, Nigeria. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Attorney-Client Relationship
No Attorney-Client Relationship Created: Visiting our website, reading our content, or sending us an email does not create an attorney-client relationship. An attorney-client relationship is established only when we have agreed in writing to represent you and you have paid our retainer fee.
Confidentiality: Until an attorney-client relationship is established, communications with us are not protected by attorney-client privilege and may not be confidential.
Legal Services
Our legal services are provided in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct of the Nigerian Bar Association and the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We provide legal representation only where we are properly licensed and authorized to practice.
Scope of Representation:
- Civil and commercial litigation
- Corporate and business law
- Real estate and property law
- Family and matrimonial matters
- Criminal defense representation
- Employment and labor law
Fees and Payment Terms
- Legal fees are agreed upon in writing before representation begins
- Retainer fees are required for most matters
- Hourly rates and contingency arrangements vary by case type
- Clients are responsible for court costs and other expenses
- Payment is due within 30 days of invoice date
- Interest may be charged on overdue accounts
Limitation of Liability
Our liability to clients is limited by our professional indemnity insurance and Nigerian law. We cannot guarantee specific outcomes in legal matters, as results depend on many factors including court decisions, opposing parties, and changes in law.
We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or punitive damages arising from our representation or website use.
Website Use and Content
The content on our website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Nigerian law is complex and constantly changing. You should not act on information from our website without consulting with an attorney.
Prohibited Uses:
- Transmitting unlawful, threatening, or harassing content
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Using automated systems to access our website
- Reproducing our content without permission
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Nigerian courts, specifically the Lagos State High Court.
Contact Information
Questions about these Terms should be directed to:
A.O.S. Hodonu & Co.
3rd Avenue, V Cl, Festac Town
Lagos 102102, Lagos State, Nigeria
Email: info@aoshodonou.com
Phone: +234 803 456 7890