Certified Immigration Specialist Lawyer | Business & Leadership Consultant | Author | Thought Leader
Johnson Babalola (JB) is a globally respected Certified Immigration Specialist Lawyer, leadership consultant, and thought leader, with over three decades of legal practice experience across Nigeria and Canada. For more than 20 years, he has delivered exceptional counsel on Canadian immigration law, workplace transformation, and business strategy—earning a reputation for excellence and impact across sectors.
In addition to immigration and workplace law, JB brings deep expertise in business law, including advisory services on business formation, regulatory compliance, contract structuring, corporate governance, and commercial dispute resolution. He has worked with startups, SMEs, and established corporations to ensure sound legal foundations for growth, continuity, and succession planning. His insight into business sustainability enables entrepreneurs and organizations to develop resilient structures that withstand market and operational disruptions.
JB also provides strategic counsel on leadership development, change management, and organizational resilience, offering tailored solutions for leaders navigating complex environments. As a director of 360° Consulting, a leadership and business advisory firm in Nigeria, he works with executive teams and public institutions to foster sustainable leadership, cultural intelligence, and high-performance management.
A published author and storyteller, JB’s acclaimed book “Rejected” and his blog “JB & Things” reflect his passion for narrative and social insight. Through writing and public speaking, he explores themes of identity, belonging, resilience, and justice—drawing from his lived experience and professional journey across two continents.
He is also the founder of JB Law & Life Compass, a mentorship and career development platform for young lawyers, students, and professionals, particularly those of African descent. His training and consulting engagements have reached a wide audience, including public sector bodies like the Nigeria Police and Canadian institutions such as the Immigration and Refugee Board.
JB’s areas of focus include:
* Strategic & Sustainable Leadership
* Business Start-Up, Growth & Continuity
* Succession & Legacy Planning
* Immigration & Global Mobility Advisory
* Workplace Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
* Corporate Governance & Risk Management
A firm believer in values-based leadership and inclusive progress, Johnson Babalola also contributes to non-profit and business organizations championing women’s empowerment, immigrant integration, and systemic equity.
Whether advising business leaders, mentoring professionals, or guiding policy conversations, JB brings clarity, compassion, and strategic depth to every space he enters.
