Chuba Nwokedi
Call: 2015 / Nigeria: 2015
Civil and commercial mediator officially accredited by ADR Group
Languages:
- English
- French
- Family Law bar Association
- Nigerian bar Association
- British Nigeria Law Forum
- London Court of International Arbitration
- Young International Arbitration Group
- Northern Circuit
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Chuba Nwokedi was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2015 and simultaneously admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. As a dual-qualified lawyer, Chuba possesses extensive experience across multiple areas of law and jurisdictions, making him a versatile advocate in complex legal matters.
Legal Services
Chuba specializes in family law, particularly in public law children matters. He regularly represents children, parents, intervenors, and Local Authorities in cases involving serious allegations such as physical and sexual abuse, as well as non-accidental injuries. He has considerable experience handling multi-day contested hearings, including fact-finding hearings. Chuba is also adept in cases involving Deprivation of Liberty, Secure Accommodation Orders, and Forced Marriage Protection Orders.
Selected Cases
Re T (Fact Finding: Second Appeal) [2023] EWCA Civ 475
In this significant case, Chuba represented the father throughout the proceedings, from the initial issue to the second appeal in the Court of Appeal. The case involved a serious allegation by a 15-year-old girl against her stepmother, who was accused of facilitating sexual abuse over several years.
Chuba is experienced in dealing with complex private children law matters, including cases involving serious physical and sexual abuse allegations, parental alienation, and disputes over Child Arrangements (residence and contact). He also handles cases involving occupation and non-molestation orders and represents children through a 16.4 Guardian.
Chuba frequently appears before professional regulatory tribunals, including the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). He is regularly instructed to appear in multi-day final hearings, bringing his expertise to bear on complex regulatory matters.
Chuba has a strong interest in sports law, bolstered by his participation in Mishcon De Reya’s Sports Law Academy. He is particularly focused on regulatory and disciplinary proceedings initiated by sports governing bodies. A dedicated rugby player and enthusiastic football fan, Chuba also represented Nigeria in the 2022 KUGB World Karate Championship. His background in regulatory, disciplinary, and contractual disputes uniquely positions him to advise and act on sports law matters intersecting with these areas.
Qualified in both the UK and Nigeria, Chuba has developed expertise in commercial disputes, Oil & Gas matters, and arbitration. Before beginning his pupillage in the UK, he worked extensively in Nigeria, appearing before all levels of court, including the Federal High Court, Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court. Chuba continues to advise on and undertake contractual work related to Nigerian law.
Chuba is a partner at Uche Nwokedi & Co., a Nigerian law firm specializing in various areas, including Oil & Gas, arbitration, corporate and commercial law, banking, intellectual property, and media law.
Civil and commercial mediator officially accredited by ADR Group
Languages:
- English
- French
- Family Law bar Association
- Nigerian bar Association
- British Nigeria Law Forum
- London Court of International Arbitration
- Young International Arbitration Group
- Northern Circuit
Instructing Chuba Nwokedi
Would you like to know more?
If you require help or advice please contact our clerking team.
Call +44 (0)20 7353 0711 or email clerks@pumpcourtchambers.com.
