Emmanuel Ughanze

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Emmanuel Ughanze

EmmanuelUghanze@strenandblan.com

Emmanuel Ughanze is an Intellectual Property Attorney at Stren & Blan Partners, where he plays a key role in the firm’s acclaimed IP practice. He advises multinational corporations and global brands on the protection, management, and enforcement of IP rights across diverse industries, including technology, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, fashion, and entertainment. Emmanuel has extensive experience in litigation, opposition, and enforcement, leading major anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy operations in Nigeria. In recognition of his work, he was nominated in the Rising Star category of the Nigerian ESQ Awards 2025 and included in the 2025 IAM Strategy 300 Longlist of the World’s Leading IP Strategists. Emmanuel has facilitated several free trainings and workshops on intellectual property protection for young creatives.

Education

University of Nigeria Nsukka (LL.B)
Nigeria Law School (B.L.)

Professional Memberships

Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
International Trade Mark Association (INTA)
Anti-Counterfeiting Collaboration (ACC)
Intellectual Property Lawyers Association Nigeria (IPLAN)

Sectors / Practice Areas

Intellectual Property
Health and Pharmaceutical Sector
Dispute Resolution

News & Insights

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MARKET ENTRY STRATEGIES: LEVERAGING STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AND LICENSING FRAMEWORKS BETWEEN FOREIGN INVESTORS AND LOCAL PLAYERS

Insight, Maritime and Admiralty Practice

DOES ARBITRATION OUST ADMIRALTY JURISDICTION? RE-EXAMINING SECTION 20 OF THE ADMIRALTY JURISDICTION ACT 1991

Energy, Insight

THE IRAN–U.S. CONFLICT AND NIGERIA’S ENERGY OUTLOOK: IMPLICATIONS, STRATEGIC OPPORTUNITIES AND INVESTMENT SIGNALS IN A VOLATILE GLOBAL MARKET

Banking and Finance, Insight

STRUCTURING CROSS-BORDER ACQUISITIONS IN THE AFRICAN FINANCIAL SECTOR: KEY LEGAL AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS

Energy, Insight

STRUCTURING CROSS-BORDER ACQUISITIONS IN THE AFRICAN FINANCIAL SECTOR: KEY LEGAL AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS

Insight, Labour and Employment

CORPORATE RISK MANAGEMENT CONSIDERATIONS FOR LABOUR-RELATED RISKS IN MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS

Debt and Asset Recovery Investigations, Insight

FROM DISCOVERY TO ENFORCEMENT: RECOVERING DIGITAL FRAUD PROCEEDS THROUGH NIGERIA’S LEGAL SYSTEM

Insight, Tax

STREN & BLAN PARTNERS TAX ALERT COMMENCEMENT AND APPLICATION OF NIGERIA’S NEW TAX LAWS

Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Insight

FMCG SECTOR STAKEHOLDERS’ REPORT

Chiamaka Emeka-Emman

chiamakaemeka-emman@strenandblan.com

Chiamaka Emeka-Emman is a highly driven lawyer with a strong background in Corporate & Commercial law, Maritime Law and Dispute Resolution. She has gained practical experience at leading firms and organisations working on corporate transactions, contract drafting and due diligence matters. Her legal training has equipped her with strong competencies in related fields. Her academic excellence and professional promise are reflected in several academic awards and achievements. She is also a member of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators, reflecting her growing interest in dispute resolution and arbitration.

Beyond her passion for law, Chiamaka enjoys learning, exploring new places, graphic design, and volunteering.

Education

University of Nigeria, Nsukka (LL.B)
Nigerian Law School (BL. In view)

Professional Memberships

Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators

Stren & Blan Partners is a full-service commercial Law Firm that provides legal services to diverse local and multinational corporations. We have developed a clear vision for anticipating our Client's business needs and surpassing their expectations, and we do this with an uncompromising commitment to Client service and legal excellence.