Abi Lufadeju: POWER UP Industry Professionals
Abi Lufadeju is an award-winning Music Lawyer and Legal & Business Affairs Manager.
Abi’s journey in music is unique, from artist to legal expert. Abi graduated with a law degree in 2012, followed by completing the Legal Practice Course and a Master’s degree in 2014, qualifying as a Solicitor in 2016.
Abi’s exceptional talent and dedication were recognised in 2017 when she won the prestigious Lawyer (Rising Star) of the Year (Under 30) Award at the Young Music Boss Awards. Her commitment to education and empowerment in the music industry is evident through her creation of “The Music Law Seminar,” an event that fosters music community networking and knowledge sharing. Abi has collaborated with various charities and organisations, including her role as Project Manager for Cambridge House’s event “There Ain’t No Black In The Union Jack.”
Abi’s professional experience is extensive and varied. She has worked as a Solicitor at Briffa, a leading Intellectual Property law firm, and held Consultant Solicitor roles at award-winning music law firms such as Russells and Van Straten. She has successfully negotiated deals for prominent artists, including Headie One. Additionally, as the youngest Associate Lecturer at Buckinghamshire University, she educated Music Business degree students on Music Industry Contracts and Intellectual Property Law.
Abi has previously worked in-house as a Legal & Business Affairs Manager for independent record labels such as Ninja Tune and Hospital Records, also overseeing their music publishing operations.
Currently, Abi is focused on expanding AJL Legal, her Legal & Business Affairs Consultancy.