Chinomso Iliya-Ndule

Chi has carved a niche for herself in the realm of corporate and commercial law, with a sharp focus on orchestrating mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and navigating the complexities of energy and environmental regulations. Her legal prowess shines through in both local and international M&A endeavors, guiding the purchase and sale of companies, forging joint ventures, and steering corporate reorganizations towards success.

Her adeptness isn't confined to high-stakes transactions; Chi is equally versed in counseling clients on the day-to-day nuances of corporate and commercial operations, alongside ensuring adherence to energy and environmental laws. Her expertise extends to representing clients in regulatory hearings before prestigious bodies such as the Alberta Utilities Commission.

Before her tenure at Blakes, Chi honed her legal skills on a global stage at a renowned international law firm located in Calgary and showcased her legal acumen in Nigeria, working with one of the nation's most established law practices before making her move to Canada in 2013.

Among the notable cases under Chi's belt is her strategic advisory role to the financial architects behind the billion-dollar funding for a major pipeline construction project. She's also played a pivotal part in the monumental acquisition of a Canadian natural gas business by a leading global infrastructure entity, not to mention facilitating a clean energy firm's significant purchase of an oil and gas company, and aiding a Canadian energy powerhouse in acquiring a natural gas supplier.

Chi's commitment to the legal profession and her community is evident in her active participation on the boards of the Alberta University of Arts and Antyx Community Arts. These roles underscore her dedication to fostering youth engagement and empowerment through artistic endeavors. Furthermore, as a co-founder and vice-president of the Calgary Black Chambers, Chi champions mentorship, scholarship, and advocacy, ensuring that Black students and professionals receive the support and opportunities they deserve.

Her philanthropic spirit extends to providing pro bono legal services via Pro Bono Law Alberta and mentoring internationally trained lawyers, showcasing her unwavering commitment to giving back to the community and nurturing the next generation of legal professionals.

Chi's legal journey is a testament to her formidable expertise and her profound impact on the corporate and commercial law landscape, marked by her admission to the Alberta Bar in 2017, her masterful understanding of law from the University of Calgary, and her foundational legal education in Nigeria.