We are pleased to announce that The Legal 500 UK Guide 2025 features Olaniwun Ajayi (UK) LLP. The Legal 500 is an independent and highly reputable rankings organisation for leading law firms around the world. Overall, this Legal 500 UK ranking marks a milestone for the firm.
A first for an African law firm
Notably, Olaniwun Ajayi (UK) LLP is the first firm with its headquarters in Africa to appear in The Legal 500 UK rankings.
Legal 500 UK ranking in Emerging Markets
The Legal 500 lists thirty-three global and UK law firms in the Practice Area: Emerging Markets, and we are one of them. To reach these rankings, its team carried out a comprehensive assessment of firms in this practice area. Moreover, that assessment draws on rigorous research, including client feedback, peer assessment and independent analysis.
What clients say
For example, the Legal 500 Research Team collected this testimonial independently: “I have had the pleasure of working with Olaniwun Ajayi (UK) LLP on recent complex transactions and a unique feature of the firm is that it is currently the only international law firm capable of providing an integrated offering for cross-border financings across the UK, Nigeria and OHADA region.”
Finally, this ranking follows our earlier recognition in the Legal 500 EMEA guide. Read more in our post on our Legal 500 EMEA 2025 rankings.