Legal Notice

Nigerian Lawyers in Scotland (NLIS) is a registered Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO). Scottish Charity Number: SC054678.

This website is operated by NLIS for community engagement, charitable activities, networking, educational initiatives, events, mentoring and related purposes.

Nigerian Lawyers in Scotland (NLIS) is committed to equality of opportunity and does not discriminate against any person on the grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender reassignment, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, or any other protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010 or applicable Scottish law.

This commitment applies to all aspects of our work, including membership, mentoring, events, programmes, volunteering, and the delivery of our charitable activities. We welcome applications and participation from all who meet our eligibility criteria, regardless of background.

NLIS is an inclusive organisation. We actively work to ensure that our community reflects the diversity of the legal profession and wider society in Scotland. Any concerns about discriminatory conduct or barriers to participation may be raised with the Board of Trustees at info@nlis.scot.

The information provided on this website is for general information and community purposes only. Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, regulated immigration advice, financial advice or professional advice of any kind.

Users should seek independent professional advice appropriate to their circumstances before relying on any information provided on this website.

Participation in NLIS activities, events, discussions, mentoring or networking does not create a solicitor-client, adviser-client or any professional relationship.

NLIS is a community-led organisation that supports networking, mentorship, advocacy, wellbeing, inclusion and professional development. While some members may be qualified professionals, views expressed by individual members, speakers, volunteers or contributors are their own unless expressly stated otherwise.

We make reasonable efforts to ensure information on this website is accurate and up to date. However, NLIS makes no warranties or representations regarding the completeness, reliability or accuracy of website content.

NLIS reserves the right to modify, update or remove website content at any time without notice.

This website may contain links to third-party websites, organisations or platforms. NLIS is not responsible for the content, availability, accuracy or privacy practices of external websites.

Participation in NLIS events, programmes and activities is voluntary. NLIS accepts no liability for any loss, damage or inconvenience arising from attendance at or participation in events, except where required by law.

Unless otherwise stated, content on this website — including text, branding, logos, graphics and materials — belongs to NLIS or is used with permission. Content may not be reproduced, copied or distributed without prior written consent.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, NLIS excludes liability for any direct, indirect or consequential loss arising from the use of this website or reliance on information contained within it.

Nothing in this notice excludes liability that cannot legally be excluded under applicable law.

This Legal Notice may be updated from time to time. Continued use of the website after any update indicates acceptance of the revised notice.