Afiong Ibio, Esq.

Background

Afiong is a qualified legal practitioner with eight years of experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and commercial advisory across Nigerian and international jurisdictions. She is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and holds specialist expertise in cross-border regulatory matters.

Role at Burlington

As Head of Legal for Burlington Consult's Nigerian operations, Afiong ensures regulatory compliance across both U.S. and Nigerian jurisdictions. She reviews engagement agreements, manages the firm's legal obligations, and provides compliance oversight for every engagement originating from Nigeria.

Her work protects both the firm and its clients — ensuring that every engagement is structured correctly, every disclosure is made, and every regulatory requirement is met before a single document is filed.