Akinyemi Ayinoluwa, Partner and Co-founder of HighTower Solicitors and Advocates, has shared insights into his journey from being an entertainer to becoming a prominent music lawyer in Nigeria. Known as **Akinyemilaw**, he was previously the lead singer of the now-disbanded 100 Degrees boy band before transitioning into law to pursue his passion for music and advocacy.
Akinyemi studied law at the University of Lagos and gained significant experience at reputable law firms, such as Wemimo Ogunde & Co and Awokoya & Co. His motivation to switch from entertainment to music law was rooted in his desire to protect artists’ intellectual property rights and support the careers of musicians and producers in the industry.
In a recent interview, Akinyemi explained, “One of the things that pushed me into doing music law is the fact that having once been an entertainer, I felt like I am a part of the music community. So, I wanted to use my knowledge of law to advance the careers of artists and producers in the industry.” He emphasized that this shift allowed him to merge two passions—law and music—and use his legal expertise to contribute positively to the industry and society.
Through his firm, **HighTower Solicitors and Advocates**, Akinyemi offers legal services focused on intellectual property rights, music contracts, estate planning, and commercial transactions. He has worked with top producers and artists like I.D Cabasa, Masterkraft, Rexxie, Blaq Jerzee, and many others, helping them navigate the legal complexities of the music industry.
In addition to his legal work, Akinyemi is highly sought after for speaking engagements and teaching on topics related to music law. His articles and teachings are widely appreciated, and he continues to shape the Nigerian music industry by promoting collaboration between musicians, producers, and record labels to avoid conflicts and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
”I think the music industry is getting better in Nigeria. Yes, there are many sad stories as regarding artists, producers deals and treatments but I believe with knowledge and fantastic representation and wisdom to advise that people like myself gives; it helps to aid musicians monetize their talents and content properly. Trust me, we do our best to guide this people but they have a mind of their own and they might not accept whatever suggestions you make at times,” Akinyemi Ayinoluwa stated.
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