Managing workforce legalities and global mobility programs
Building a productive corporate workforce requires robust labor contract security, while bringing in international talent demands absolute alignment with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) regulations. Medina Law Associates & Co. provides elite representation to manage both local employment disputes and international mobility quotas.
We help employers draft compliant employment agreements, design employee handbooks, manage redundancy claims, and handle defense representations before the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN). Our immigration practice assists corporations in securing expatriate quotas, CERPAC registration cards, and business visas.
Global Mobility & Quotas
We process expatriate quota approvals, handle monthly returns filing, and coordinate CERPAC card residence permits for multi-national personnel in Nigeria.
Labor Disputes & Contracts
We represent companies in trade disputes, wrongful dismissal claims, union negotiations, and safety litigations before the National Industrial Court.
Our Core Capabilities
- Expatriate quota application, renewal, and management.
- Processing CERPAC cards and business entry visas.
- Drafting employment agreements, NDAs, and non-compete clauses.
- Labor audits and executive compensation schemes.
- Representation in wrongful dismissal and union disputes before the NICN.
Frequently Asked Questions
An Expatriate Quota is an official approval granted by the Ministry of Interior allowing a Nigerian registered company to employ foreign nationals. It requires proof of capital importation, CAC incorporation documents, and evidence that the position cannot be immediately filled by a qualified Nigerian.
CERPAC (Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Aliens Card) is a mandatory residence and work permit card required by all foreign nationals residing and working in Nigeria for more than 56 days. It is tied to a company\'s approved expatriate quota slot.
Employers should have detailed, written employment contracts, establish clear employee handbooks defining disciplinary steps, perform regular performance reviews, and strictly follow termination notification terms defined in the contract or collective bargaining agreements.
The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) has exclusive jurisdiction over all civil cases and matters relating to labor, employment, trade unions, industrial relations, and workplace safety.
