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MEET DONALD CHIDI AMAMGBO ESQ

Resume: Barr. Chidi Donald Amamgbo, a businessman and Oil Mogul, is also a highly accomplished lawyer and philanthropist with a strong educational background. He holds an LL.B from the University of Maiduguri (UOM), an Advanced Diploma in Business Law from the University of the Pacific (UOP), and a Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) from the Nigerian Law School and the California State Bar and United States District Court, Northern District. 

 Education:

• Federal College of Arts and Science, Sokoto, Nigeria - Associate Degree in Arts (1978-1979)

• University of Maiduguri (UOM), Maiduguri, Nigeria - LL.B (1980-1984)

• Nigerian Law School, Lagos, Nigeria - Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) (1984-1985)

• University of the Pacific (UOP), Sacramento, CA - Advanced Diploma in Business Law (1989-1990)

Bar Memberships:

- Supreme Court of Nigeria (1985)
- California State Bar (June 1993)
- United States District Court (Northern District, 1993)
- United States Court of Appeals (9th Circuit, 1993)


Professional Affiliations:
- Nigeria Bar Association
- International Bar Association
- State Bar of California
- American Trial Lawyers Association
- Charles Houston Bar Association

Honors:
Top 2% of the graduating Class, UOM
- Best graduating Student in Constitutional Law, UOM
- Dean’s Honor Roll, UOM (1980-1984)
- National Merit   Award for Outstanding Academic Performance (1983)
- International Bar Association Merit Award (1989)

Teaching Experience:
- Associate Professor, Vista Community College, Berkeley, CA (2000-2005)
    - Taught International Trade and Business Law, International Finance

 Legal Experience:

- Principal, President, and CEO, Amamgbo & Associates, APC (1998-present)
    - Antitrust, Unfair Competition, Business, Commercial Law, Employment Law
   - Civil Litigation practice, Arbitrations, Mediation, Jury and Court trials.

- Managing Partner, Amamgbo, Emeziem, Ezeife & Ogbu, LLP (1996-1998)

- Principal Partner, Amamgbo & Ezeife (1993-1996)

- Consultant, Camac Development Corporation (1990-1991)

- Senior Associate, Abuka, Ajegbo, Ilogu & Nwogu, LLP (1987-1989)

- Associate, Alao-Aka Bashorun & Associates (1986-1987)

- General Civil practice, Law Offices of Donald Amamgbo (1985-1986)

Activities:

- Four-year Judge and Scorer, Alameda County High School Mock Trial Competition

Philanthropic endeavours: As a key player in the oil and gas sector, Bar. Amamgbo has not only driven commercial success but also sparked a wave of innovation and community development with a steadfast dedication that transcends corporate boundaries, embracing a philanthropic spirit that transforms lives. As a revered mentor, Okosisi Ihiala's enduring legacy is etched in the triumphs of those he empowered and the groundbreaking achievements that have redefined industry standards.

Barrister Chidi Amamgbo built the Ihiala Cathedral Chapel of Revival, the best Anglican Church Cathedral in the South East. Has empowered numerous women, youths and the aged by empowering them with seed money for trading, crafts and education. Built many kilometres of roads in Ihiala, etc.

 Hails From: Ihiala Town 

 Capacity: Beyond his accomplishments (both Legal and Oil and Gas), Barr Amamgbo is a devoted philanthropist, supporting various initiatives, including building roads, constructing a world-class church, and providing aid to widows, women, and artisans in his Ihiala community and beyond. His commitment to justice and community development has earned him the nickname "OKOSISI" (Big Tree), reflecting his significant impact on those around him. 

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