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David Okonkwo

Real Estate Partner

David handles acquisitions, leasing, and development risk across real estate and infrastructure. He is known for tight documentation and aligning legal structure with financing and operations.

Portrait of David Okonkwo

Years of Proven Experience

David brings disciplined judgment and clear communication to every matter, with a record shaped by complex disputes, regulatory nuance, and client-first strategy.

Joined Wefaq

Focused real estate partner work across jurisdictions and sectors.

2016

Lead counsel milestones

Represented clients in high-stakes negotiations, hearings, and cross-border coordination.

2019

Recognition & leadership

Contributed to firm knowledge initiatives and mentored junior advocates.

2022

Current practice emphasis

Advising on risk, compliance, and resolution paths tailored to business objectives.

2026

Explore Our Successful Outcomes

Selected highlights from matters David has supported — from strategy through resolution.

Apr 18, 2024

Strategic resolution in a multi-party dispute

Structured a pragmatic path to settlement while protecting the client’s core commercial interests and timeline.

Professional meeting environment

Aug 6, 2024

Compliance program aligned to evolving regulation

Partnered with in-house teams to map obligations, train stakeholders, and embed sustainable controls.

Legal team collaboration

Jan 22, 2025

Cross-border coordination for a unified strategy

Synchronized local counsel and experts so the client received one coherent narrative across forums.

Handshake and business discussion