Busola is an experienced and seasoned legal professional with over 10 years’ experience under her belt in the legal industry. Currently, she is a Senior Associate in the Intellectual Property Practice of the Olaniwun Ajayi LP. She provides general legal support and advice in all aspects of this practice area, including Trademarks, Patent, Industrial Designs and Copyright matters. She lays emphasis on IP prosecution and enforcement in various African countries and effectively handles the IP portfolio of local and international corporations.

Prior to joining Olaniwun Ajayi LP, she was a Senior Associate/Deputy Sector Head (Intellectual Property, Technology, Media & Entertainment) at Jackson, Etti & Edu.

She attends and participates actively in many international leadership/IP-themed conferences, organized by the major IP organizations worldwide, such as International Trademark Association (INTA), China Trademark Association (CTA), World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

She was the past Co-Chair of the Africa & Middle East Subcommittee Region of the Public and Media Relations Committee of the International Trademarks Association (INTA).

Busola Bakinson graduated from University of Lagos with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and was admitted into the Nigerian Bar in 2010.