Nigerian Diaspora Divorce Lawyer
Remote Legal Services for Nigerians in the USA, UK, and Canada.
Welcome to Ebelechukwu Law Firm, a Nigerian law firm providing remote legal services to Nigerians living abroad who need to resolve divorce matters, protect property interests, or manage inheritance issues in Nigeria.
Managing Legal Matters in Nigeria While Living Abroad
Living outside Nigeria often complicates legal processes at home. Questions of jurisdiction, service of court documents, access to records, and physical absence can create fear of costly mistakes with lasting consequences.
This service is structured specifically for Nigerians in the diaspora who require Nigerian legal representation that operates remotely, transparently, and strictly within the law.
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Professional Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance
Ebelechukwu Law Firm is led by Ebelechukwu Aroh-Nwoka, Esq., a legal practitioner licensed to practice before all Nigerian Courts.
We provide legal services grounded in candour, realism, and due process.
Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Registered
A law firm duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria
NBA (Nigerian Bar Association) Verified
The firm is led by a legal practitioner who is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and entitled to practise law in Nigeria.
RPC 2023 Compliant Practice
Legal services delivered with professional candour, realistic assessment, and ethical restraint in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct for Legal Practitioners 2023.
Our Diaspora Legal Services
At Ebelechukwu Law Firm, we help families resolve disputes with dignity and wisdom. Whether you are dealing with divorce, inheritance, child custody, land litigation or maintenance issues, our goal is to protect your peace, your children, and your future.
Remote Divorce and Family Law Representation
Where permitted by the applicable High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, diaspora clients may participate in proceedings through virtual hearings. Applications for testimony via Zoom or Skype are made subject to judicial approval.
Enforcement of Foreign Support and Custody Orders
If you have already obtained a divorce, child support, or custody order in a foreign court (UK, USA, Canada, etc.), but your spouse has relocated to Nigeria with assets or the children, we provide the specialized legal ‘teeth’ needed to make that order stick. We specialize in the Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments across Nigerian High Courts, ensuring that ‘running to Nigeria’ does not mean running away from legal obligations.
Diaspora Property Defence and Land Law
Property owned in Nigeria is especially vulnerable when the owner resides abroad. We represent diaspora clients in land and property matters where physical monitoring is not possible.
- Protection against unauthorised family sales
- Defence against loss of land through long-term encroachment
- Property searches and title verification
- Compliance with the Anambra Property and Land Use Charge (APLUC)
Inheritance and Estate Planning (Succession Law)
Diaspora Nigerians with assets in Nigeria must plan carefully to avoid unintended outcomes under statutory or customary succession rules.
- Drafting of Wills for diaspora Nigerians
- Guidance on intestate succession and estate administration
- Practical implications of Nigerian succession laws
A Registered Nigerian Law Firm With a Physical Office
Our practice operates from a physical office in Nigeria, ensuring accountability, proper documentation, and secure handling of client matters while serving diaspora clients remotely.
• Physical office in Anambra State
• Secure handling of client documents
• Remote consultations for diaspora clients
• Google Business Profile: 5.0-star rating
Frequently Asked Questions
I live abroad, but my wife lives in Nigeria. Can I file for divorce in Nigeria?
Yes. Nigerian courts have jurisdiction where at least one party is domiciled in Nigeria. If your wife resides in Nigeria and you retain your Nigerian domicile of origin, you may validly file for divorce in a Nigerian High Court even though you live abroad.
Both my spouse and I live abroad. Can we still divorce in Nigeria?
Yes, in appropriate circumstances. Nigerian courts may assume jurisdiction if either party remains domiciled in Nigeria. Living abroad for work, study, or residence does not automatically change domicile unless there is clear evidence of permanent abandonment of Nigeria with no intention to return.
Can I file for divorce in Nigeria while living in the USA, UK, or Canada?
Yes. Living abroad does not, by itself, extinguish the right to file for divorce in Nigeria. Nigerian courts retain jurisdiction where domicile requirements are satisfied.
Do I need to return to Nigeria for the court hearing?
Not necessarily. Where permitted by the applicable High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, an application may be made for you to give testimony via video link. Approval is subject to the discretion of the court.
How long does a diaspora divorce take in Nigeria?
An undefended divorce typically takes between six and nine months, all things being equal. This period includes the statutory 30-day window for the Respondent to file an Answer and the mandatory three-month interval before the Decree Absolute is issued.
Will a Nigerian divorce be recognised by foreign immigration authorities?
Yes. Once the Decree Absolute is issued and properly certified, it is recognised by immigration authorities in the USA, UK, and Canada for purposes such as updating marital status or remarriage.
Do I need a consultation before starting a diaspora divorce case?
Yes. A preliminary legal assessment is required to confirm jurisdiction, review documentation, and determine whether the case can properly be handled by a Nigerian court.
I have a child support order from a UK court. Can I enforce it against my husband’s property in Nigeria?
Yes. Under the Reciprocal Enforcement of Judgments Act, we can apply to the High Court in Nigeria to register your foreign order. Once registered, it has the same power as a Nigerian judgment, allowing us to garnish bank accounts or attach landed property in states like Anambra, Enugu, Delta State etc to satisfy the debt.
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A preliminary legal assessment is required before any formal engagement to determine jurisdictional eligibility and case merit.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not create a lawyer-client relationship until a formal retainer is signed.