Bolu Ikumawoyi

Bolu is a solicitor in the dispute resolution department at TV Edwards LLP having joined in October 2024. He qualified as a solicitor in September 2020 and has been actively practicing law since January 2018.

Bolu advises clients on multiple areas of law where disputes, conflicts or disagreements arise between parties, including real estate and property, commercial and business, privacy and data protection, construction, landlord and tenant and intellectual property.

Using a variety of techniques such as mediation, negotiation, arbitration and litigation, Bolu has resolved numerous disputes of varying nature, complexity and value. He is a determined and strategic litigator with a proven track record of success in multiple cases at County Courts, Tribunals, High Court and the Court of Appeal. His ability to build strong case strategies ensures successful outcomes for his clients. Known for his result-oriented and client-centred approach, Bolu maintains lasting relationships by providing clear communication, timely updates, and practical advice that aligns with his clients’ business and personal legal requirements.

Bolu transitioned into law after a successful career in project management, where he worked with leading companies across the UK. In 2014, his interest in law led him to pursue a legal career at the University of Westminster, where he graduated with a first-class honours degree, followed by a master’s degree. His unique blend of project management and legal expertise has equipped him with a strategic, client focused approach to legal practice, particularly in dispute resolution, corporate and commercial law.

Notable Cases

• Successfully defended a client in a multi-million-pound London property dispute involving eviction, adverse possession, life interest claims, and fraud, ensuring a positive outcome with no adverse costs.
• Managed a breach of contract claim for an IT startup, and securing a favourable settlement for the client.
• Represented a client in a boundary dispute, successfully defending the case at the Land Tribunal and getting a positive outcome at the Court of Appeal.
• Achieved a positive result for a client in repossession proceedings claim where a warrant of restitution was issued. Strategic defence led to the revocation of the warrant of restitution, allowing the client to regain access to their property.
• Represented a corporate client in a complex breach of service-level agreement, securing a favourable judgment and ensuring the client’s business continuity.
• Successfully represented a client in a wrongful dismissal and discrimination claim, negotiating a substantial settlement that avoided lengthy litigation.

Associations

• The Law Society of England and Wales.
• Member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E)
• PRINCE 2 Certified