Samuel Oyenitun
Managing Senior Associate, SimmonsCooper Partners
Samuel is a Managing Senior Associate at SimmonsCooper Partners. He is known for his expertise in taxation, revenue generation, and dispute resolution. His diverse experience encompasses multiple industries such as FMCG, technology, and energy.
Samuel's expertise in taxation and dispute resolution enables him to offer strategic counsel and innovative solutions, making him a key asset to the firm. His career transition from leading the Criminal Prosecution Unit at LIRS to his current role at SimmonsCooper Partners highlights his commitment to delivering exceptional legal solutions.
Membership of Professional Associations
• Nigerian Bar Association (NBA),
• Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (ACTI).
Background
Samuel earned his Bachelor of Law Degree from the University of Ilorin and was admitted to the Nigerian Bar in 2008. He later obtained an LL.M from the University of Lagos. Samuel joined SimmonsCooper Partners in March 2023, following his role as the head of the Criminal Prosecution Unit at the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS).
Experience & expertise
Selected Matters
Some of Samuel’s key projects include:
• Prosecuted High Net-Worth Individuals and other Individuals for non-filing of Annual Tax Returns and non-payment of Tax due.
• Legal action against companies for failing to file annual returns of their employees and for not paying personal income tax of employees.
• Negotiating and providing legal advice on clients’ tax disputes.
Sectors
Finance
Banking, Finance & Insurance
Energy
Public Sector
Services
Taxation
Public Finance
Special Tribunals
Commercial and Civil Litigation
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Family & Wealth Management
Experience & expertise
Some of Samuel’s key projects include:
• Prosecuted High Net-Worth Individuals and other Individuals for non-filing of Annual Tax Returns and non-payment of Tax due.
• Legal action against companies for failing to file annual returns of their employees and for not paying personal income tax of employees.
• Negotiating and providing legal advice on clients’ tax disputes.
Finance
Banking, Finance & Insurance
Energy
Public Sector
Taxation
Public Finance
Special Tribunals
Commercial and Civil Litigation
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Family & Wealth Management
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