THE TEAM
Kingsley N. Ogbaegbe, Ph.D.
Principal and Founder
Who He Is
Kingsley Nnamdi Ogbaegbe is Professor of law, seasoned legal practitioner, and adviser with over three decades of consistent legal service in multi-dimensional sectors that go beyond national boundaries. His experience spans litigation, legal education, law reform, and corporate governance. He is known for his client oriented and reflective approach to legal problem-solving, careful analysis of complex legal issues, and mentoring younger legal professionals. He maintains a strong commitment to both the tradition and evolution of legal practice.
Credentials
His formal training and qualifications in law are globally recognized, bridging both Canadian and Nigerian legal systems. An active member of the Law Society of Alberta and Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
Education Attainments
He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) in Corporate governance Law, a Master of Laws (LL. M.) in International Arbitration and Civil Litigation, a Bachelor of Laws (LL. B.), a Certificate of Qualification (C.Q) and a Barrister at Law degree. His academic background reflects a lifelong commitment to the scholarly and practical dimensions of law.
Experience
Over a span of more than three decades, he is Founder and Managing Solicitor of ICONIC LAW and his Nigerian law firm. Legal Consultant to corporate organizations, and articled in a law firm of over 50 years standing in Canada. His professional life includes active litigation, appellate practice, corporate governance, real estate, immigration law, estate law and policy reform through legal advisory and public sector engagement.
Expertise Areas
His key areas of legal expertise include criminal defence, civil litigation, immigration law, family law, corporate and commercial law, contract reviews, regulatory compliance, legislative drafting and navigating complex legal situations. He has also exhibited expertise and provided legal advisory services in oil and gas, corporate governance, and institutional development.
Philosophy
Believes that law is a profession of service grounded in responsibility, integrity, core values and philosophical client humane-based reasoning. His philosophy is shaped by the view that legal practice must always reflect fairness, honesty, and the pursuit of justice for individuals and institutions alike. He approaches every legal challenge with iconic prowess, thoroughness and sagacity tailored towards protection of the oppressed using legal instrumentality for a secured result and measured judgment.
Professional Membership
He is a member of the Law Society of Alberta, Calgary Bar Association, Canadian Bar Association and the Nigerian Bar Association. His engagement with professional bodies reflects his dedication to continuous learning and the development of legal standards.
Mentorship
Throughout his career, Dr. Ogbaegbe has mentored over 50 law graduate, articling students, and junior lawyers. He has a consistent record of teaching, advising, and guiding future lawyers toward competence, ethics, and critical thinking. His mentorship philosophy is rooted in the idea that knowledge shared in trust builds institutions and strengthens justice.
Core Values
His work and relationships are anchored on five enduring values: • Expertise: Drawing from decades of practice and academic work to guide thoughtful legal solutions.
- Integrity: Upholding honesty, responsibility, and fairness in all legal dealings. • Excellence: Striving for accuracy, in-depth, and diligence in every matter. • Humane Nature: Relating to clients and colleagues with compassion and understanding.
- Client-Oriented Focus: Committing to each client’s needs with personal attention and clear legal direction.
Client-Centered Approach
Clients who work with Dr. Ogbaegbe benefit from a lawyer who listens carefully, prepares thoroughly, and responds to legal challenges with clarity and experience. Whether handling complex litigation or offering advisory services, he seeks to guide clients with candid straight-forward advice and long-term perspective. He understands the pressures that clients face and responds with practical solutions grounded in law and tailored to each circumstance.
Client-Based Philosophy
Clients who work with Dr. Ogbaegbe benefit from a lawyer who listens carefully, prepares thoroughly, and responds to legal challenges with clarity and experience. Whether handling complex litigation or offering advisory services, he seeks to guide clients with candid straight-forward advice and long-term perspective. He understands the pressures that clients face and responds with practical solutions grounded in law and tailored to each circumstance.