Polaris Solicitors

Banking & Finance Law

Banking & Finance Lawyers in Abuja

We help you structure, negotiate, and secure financial transactions in Nigeria while staying compliant with ever-changing regulations

Finance Law That Protects Your Business

Banking and financial transactions are more than just paperwork and signatures. They shape the growth, risk, and stability of your business. A poorly drafted agreement, non-compliant loan, or misunderstood regulation can create costly problems down the line. 

Whether you are borrowing, lending, investing, or restructuring, you need a legal partner who understands both the law and the commercial realities of finance in Nigeria.

At Polaris Solicitors, we bring that clarity and experience to every deal. We guide you through complex transactions, protect your interests, and ensure you meet all regulatory requirements so your financing objectives are achieved with confidence.

Areas of Banking & Finance Practice

Loan & Credit Agreements

We draft and review facility agreements, security documentation, and related contracts to protect lenders and borrowers.

Project & Structured Finance

We advise on structuring large-scale financing for infrastructure, energy, and other capital-intensive projects.

Debt Recovery & Enforcement

We help banks and creditors recover debts efficiently and lawfully while preserving business relationships where possible.

Regulatory Compliance

We ensure financial institutions and businesses comply with Central Bank of Nigeria regulations and other statutory requirements.

How We Can Help

Banking and finance transactions require precision and foresight. We combine in-depth knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations with practical insight from years of handling complex deals.

We do more than draft contracts, we identify risks, negotiate favourable terms, and ensure your agreements will stand up under scrutiny. Our focus is to help you secure financing, manage risk, and stay compliant without unnecessary delays or surprises.

Working with us means you have a legal team that understands the language of finance and the expectations of regulators, giving you a clear path to achieving your objectives.

Frequently Asked Questions

We analyse the loan documentation, identify enforceable securities, and take strategic steps, from negotiation to litigation, to recover debts efficiently while minimising reputational damage.

We handle a broad range including corporate loans, project finance, syndicated loans, asset-based financing, and debt restructuring. Each transaction is tailored to the client’s goals and risk profile.

Financial transactions are heavily regulated in Nigeria. Non-compliance can lead to penalties, licence issues, or even criminal liability. We monitor regulatory changes and ensure your operations stay fully compliant.

Yes. We advise on international lending, foreign exchange approvals, and cross-border security to ensure your transaction complies with Nigerian and applicable foreign laws.

Secure Financing Without the Stress

Your financing is too important to leave to chance. Let’s protect your financial deals today.