Equipped with strong Research and problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Research and Writing (Mental Health)
Independent / Self Directed
07.2024 - Current
Authored evidence-based content on mental health and wellness for personal website and partner organizations.
Conducted research on mental health policies, legal frameworks, and current trends to inform articles and public engagement.
Collaborated with mental health brands to translate complex research findings into accessible resources.
Developed expertise in synthesizing academic literature and communicating findings to diverse audiences.
Legal Officer/Research Assistant
Career and Educational Services
10.2022 - 07.2024
Contract Management: I draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, partners, vendors, and employees to ensure our interests are protected and that agreements comply with applicable laws.
Regulatory Compliance: I monitor and ensure that the company's operations adhere to education, data privacy (such as GDPR/FERPA), intellectual property, and labor regulations in all regions where we operate.
Risk Management: I identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, advising management on the implications of business decisions.
Intellectual Property Protection: I work to secure and protect our company's intellectual property, including trademarks, copyrights, and licensing agreements.
Policy Development: I create and update internal policies, terms of service, and privacy policies to align with legal requirements and industry best practices.
Research Assistant
Legal Oasis firm
09.2019 - 07.2022
Preparing documents for criminal and civil trials.
Conducting Interviews with clients, witnesses, and other lawyers.
Generates reports detailing data collected
Writing up and producing legal documents, Legal Opinions, and drafts on diverse topics.
Conducting extensive research on criminal matters by reviewing relevant law reports.
Legal Practitioner | Research Assistant
Shola Abidakun & Co.
01.2018 - 08.2019
Represented clients in court.
Delivered legal memoranda on a variety of legal issues reviewed
Legal representation of clients at meetings and adequately produced comprehensive drafts and reports.
Pupil State Counsel
Ministry of Justice
06.2018 - 10.2018
Drafted various legal opinions on diverse topics
Drafted agreements and letters for clients.
Produced lucid reports from research
Conducted extensive research on criminal cases which was reviewed by the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Maintaining Court dockets and diaries.
Represented the State, giving oral arguments as Pupil State Counsel.
Drafted and delivered legal opinions on criminal matters.
English Language: Native Language, Distinguished levels in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
NBA (Nigerian Bar Association)
International Association for Youth Mental Health
YLF (Young Lawyers Forum, Nigeria)
Certification
Member, International Association For Youth Mental Health : 2020-till date
Timeline
Independent Research and Writing (Mental Health)
Independent / Self Directed
07.2024 - Current
Legal Officer/Research Assistant
Career and Educational Services
10.2022 - 07.2024
Research Assistant
Legal Oasis firm
09.2019 - 07.2022
Pupil State Counsel
Ministry of Justice
06.2018 - 10.2018
Legal Practitioner | Research Assistant
Shola Abidakun & Co.
01.2018 - 08.2019
LLM - Graduate Student Research Assistant
University of Ibadan
Bachelor of Law - Undergraduate Researcher
Obafemi Awolowo University
Community Service
Psych-Elixir (Mental Health Awareness Campaign Group), Founder & Mental Health Educator, Ibadan, Nigeria, Led mental health outreach programs, reaching 1000+ high school students with education on stress management and emotional well-being., Designed and delivered culturally relevant, age-appropriate mental health curriculum and resources., Organized rural outreach in Falao Village (Ibadan), engaging 80+ villagers and 55 children, addressing key mental health needs., Developed educational materials, distributed relief items, and connected individuals to appropriate mental health resources., Advocated against mental health stigma, promoted early intervention strategies, and built community capacity through collaboration with local leaders and stakeholders.
Charis International, OAU, Student's Representative, Ile-Ife, 2013, 2016, Represented 100+ students at executive meetings, advocating for student welfare and well-being initiatives., Organized student-focused training programs addressing personal development, stress management, and mental health awareness., Developed correspondence and promotional materials to encourage participation in wellness events., Drafted and delivered presentations on student support, well-being, and mental resilience.
Winners Chapel Fellowship, Nigerian Law School, Director of Finances, Abuja, Nigeria, 2017, Planned and implemented special events and fundraising activities supporting youth empowerment and wellness initiatives., Organized human and self-development programs focused on emotional health and coping strategies for law students., Reported on progress and budgets, ensuring resources were allocated to student well-being programs.
Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative (MANI), Content Researcher, Ilorin, Nigeria, Researched and developed educational content for mental health publications and awareness campaigns., Created articles, motivational stories, and emergency response materials to raise awareness of mental health challenges., Contributed to the development of narrative frameworks for mental health storytelling projects.
Publications
Asaolu Y (2016); The Legal framework regulating The sovereign wealth fund trust of Nigeria.
Presented at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Nigeria
Asaolu Y (2019); The right to health, a legal phenomenon June, presented at the Graduate school, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Asaolu Y (2019); Examining Grave breaches of the Geneva conventions presented at the Graduate school, University of Ibadan.
Asaolu Y(2020); The effects of COVID19 on correctional facilities in Canada, US, and the UK. March 2020. Independently researched
Asaolu Y (2020); The aggravating and mitigating factors in crime commission presented at the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo state
Asaolu Y(2019); Examining police keeping reports in the Nigerian Police force presented at the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Asaolu Y(2022); The legal implication of mental health in the commission of a crime, presented at the University of Ibadan Postgraduate school
RESEARCH INTEREST
Criminology
Medical Law
Examining the concept of torture in healthcare settings
The conditions in prisons, mental health, and crime.