Chineze is a litigation lawyer practicing in estate litigation, guardianship, and family law, with a particular focus on complex, high-conflict matters. She is known for her strategic, results-driven advocacy and has appeared before all levels of court in Newfoundland and Labrador, including the Provincial Court, the Supreme Court (Family and General Divisions), and the Court of Appeal.

 

Since her call to the Newfoundland and Labrador Bar in 2021, Chineze has developed a strong reputation in estate litigation, regularly representing executors, beneficiaries, and dependants in contested matters. She has particular experience in disputes involving the administration of estates, challenges to testamentary instruments, applications for directions, and guardianship proceedings involving capacity concerns.

 

Chineze was counsel in the notable decisions of Franklin Estate (Re), 2026 NLSC 7 and Franklin v. Franklin, 2026 NLSC 19, where she successfully advanced her client’s position in a contested estate matter involving the removal of an executrix and the enforcement of a no-contest clause. She continues to represent her clients in related proceedings before the Court of Appeal. Her work in the Franklin matters reflects her depth of knowledge in estate litigation and her ability to navigate complex factual and legal issues with precision.

 

In addition to her estates practice, Chineze maintains a busy family law practice, advising clients on parenting, support, and property matters, often in cases involving overlapping estate or guardianship issues. She also acts in guardianship applications, with a focus on protecting vulnerable persons and addressing capacity-related disputes.

 

Chineze is a member of the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK). She serves on the Board of Directors of the St. John’s Military Family Resource Centre and the VOCM Cares Foundation, where she contributes to supporting families and community initiatives across the province.

 

Chineze joined the firm in 2020 as an Articling Student and was called to the Newfoundland and Labrador Bar in 2021 and is now a Partner with the firm. She holds an LL.B (Honours) from Madonna University and a Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) from the Nigerian Law School, and obtained her NCA Certificate of Qualification from the Federation of Law Societies of Canada in 2019.

 

Outside of her practice, Chineze enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering, cooking, and travelling. She is fluent in English, Pidgin English, and Igbo.