Opeyemi Longe is an Associate in the Dispute Resolution group in the London office of White & Case, whose practice focusses on international arbitration, with an emphasis on Africa.
Opeyemi is a dual-qualified lawyer, licensed to practice in Nigeria and England and Wales (Solicitor). Opeyemi has substantial experience advising governments, state entities, companies, employers, and contractors on the resolution of large and complex disputes across the energy, construction, and financial services sector. He has been involved in arbitrations conducted under the major arbitration rules, including under the ICC and LCIA rules, as well as in ad hoc arbitrations.
Prior to joining White & Case, Opeyemi was an Associate in the dispute resolution practice of a leading commercial firm in Nigeria, during which he represented multinational corporations and financial institutions in litigations and arbitrations in Nigeria.