About Us

Top-tier Litigation
Lawyers in Nigeria

R. O. ATABO, SAN & CO. is a firm made up of about twenty (20) lawyers with post- call experiences ranging from 3 years to 33 years. The support staff are well experienced in their various areas of specialisation.

The firm is engaged in all aspects of legal practice including but not limited to legal representation in courts, Civil and Criminal litigation, Constitutional law, Land law, Commercial law, Election matters, Oil and Gas, Telecommunication, Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR), formation and incorporation of companies, registration of incorporated trustees, registration of patents, legal drafting, solicitors’ work registration and stamping of deeds in land registries, corporate governance, bankruptcy, employer and employee labour dispute, merger and acquisition, leasing and management of properties inclusive of sale of properties, rendering of management consultancy services to clients, etc.

History of the Principal Partner.

(DR.) Reuben Okpanachi Atabo, SAN is an experienced legal practitioner who is enthusiastic, self- motivated, reliable, honest, responsible and hardworking. He was born on 11^th September, 1964 at Okpotala- Ife Village in Omala LGA of Kogi State. He attended Qua-iboe Mission Primary School and obtained his First School Leaving Certificate in 1976. Thereafter, He attended St. Charles College Ankpa from 1977 to 1982. After my secondary education, He attended school of Basic Studies Makurdi, Benue State between 1982 and 1984 before proceeding to the University of Jos where He obtained an LL.B degree in 1988. He was posted to Kaduna for the mandatory National Youth Service scheme and to the Law Firm of Mohammed Mohammed & Co. for my primary assignment.

He was called to the bar on the 14^th day of December 1989 and remained in active legal practice since then. He commenced his legal practiced in Kaduna where He founded the firm of R. O. Atabo & Co. and practice in Kaduna for several years before relocating to Abuja and He still maintains a branch office in Kaduna. He became a Notary Public of Nigeria in 2010 and has obtained several academic, honorary and professional certificates including a Doctor of Laws (LL.D) Honoris Causa from University of Belize, Belize City, Central America in 2013 and he is holder of Certificate in Risk and Security Management for Executives from Abbey College London.

Dr. Reuben Okpanachi Atabo also holds a Doctorate in Public Administration and Management from LVIV University of Business and Law Ukraine.

He has been engaged in many facets of legal practice from litigation in Land Matters, Commercial Law, Labour Disputes, Election Petitions, Criminal Matters, Oil and Gas from High Court to the Supreme Court. He has handled several high-profile cases

Sulgrave Holdings Inc. & 19 Ors vs. Federal Government of Nigeria & 3 Ors (2012) 17 NWLR (Pt.1329); (2012) LPELR 15520 (SC); Durbar Hotel Plc vs. Abella Ityough & 4 Ors. 2NWLR (Pt.1549) SC; (2010) LPELR -4064; Abba Mohammed Sani vs. President, Federal Republic of Nigeria & 1 Or. (2020) 15 NWLR (Pt. 1746); Alh. Ali Abacha vs. Attorney General of the Federation (2021) 10 NWLR (Pt. 1783); Durbar Hotel Plc vs. Kasaba United Ltd & 20 Ors NWLR (PT. 1564); (2015) LPELR-25739 (CA); Spectrum Wireless Communications Ltd vs. E.M.T.S & 16 Ors CA/L/07/2021 -; Durbar Hotel Plc vs. Governor of Kaduna State & 3 Ors – Suit No. KDH/KAD/51/2020 on the demolition of Durbar Hotel building Kaduna by the Government of Kaduna State. I am involved in the Malabu Oil and Gas Limited case at various Courts in Nigeria.

He is a member of several professional bodies including the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), International Bar Association (IBA), Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA) and the African Bar Association (ABA). He is a fellow of the institute of Management Consultant and a Certified Management Consultant. He is a legal adviser, secretary and consultant to several companies.

“AWARDS

Christians and muslims students peace foundation- educational award of excellence to Dr. Reuben Okpanachi Atabo as hope for the Nigerian masses in recognition of his contribution to Nigeria Judicial System, peace and unity, education and progress for the benefit of Nigerians 2019.

Nigerian youth advocate for anti corruption –crusaders award of excellence to Dr. R. O. Atabo due to his undying passion in fighting corruption, youth empowerment, nation building, women empowerment and selfless service to humanity -2019.

Law Students Association of Nigeria (LAWSAN)- Certificate of Patronship to Dr. R. O. Atabo as a life patron due to his contribution to the Nigeria judicial system, educational development, social development, humanitarian service, nation building and selfless service to humanity -2019.

Kaduna State youth parliament – award of excellence to dr. R.o. Atabo due to his undying passion for educational development, community development, nation building and selfless service to humanity -2019.

Award to Barrister Reuben. O. Atabo for outstanding accomplishment in community development by Omala traditional council- Onu ife dated the 27th day of February, 2021.

UN Economic and Social Council- Certificate of Appointment as Nigeria director, legal and human right services dated the 16th day of April 2021. Etc.

Dr. Reuben Atabo

1989

He was called to the bar on the 14^th day of December 1989 and remained in active legal practice since then.

2010

He became a Notary Public of Nigeria in 2010 and have obtained several academic, honorary and professional certificate including a Doctor of Laws (LL.D) Honoris Causa from University of Belize, Belize City,