Hall Of Fame

Dispute resolution in Ghana

Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah

The 'extremely detail-oriented' team at Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah stands out for its 'commercial and practical approach'. Under the collective leadership of Ace Anan Ankomah, Daad Akwesi, Gloria Cofie, Golda Denyo and Nania Owusu-Ankomah, the group covers the full spectrum of contentious matters. The practice has extensive experience in handling corporate and commercial litigation, construction disputes, debt recovery issues and contentious matters in the employment and family law arenas. Elsewhere, the department is well regarded for its alternative dispute resolution expertise, with a solid track record in handling domestic and international arbitration proceedings.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ace Anan Ankomah; Daad Akwesi; Gloria Cofie; Golda Denyo; Nania Owusu-Ankomah


Autres avocats clés:

Shirley Otu


Les références

‘Daad Akwesi and Shirley Otu have been consistently reliable, providing timely feedback and clear, easy-to-understand updates on court proceedings.’

‘Their work is exceptional and well researched, enabling success in many litigation matters that they handle.’

‘The individual partners pay a lot of attention to detail, are responsive to individual client needs and are prepared to engage their clients to explore alternatives to options proposed by them. Of particular mention are Ace Anan Ankomah, Daad Akwesi and Nania Owusu Ankomah.’

Principaux clients

Telecel Ghana (Ghana Telecommunication Company Ltd)


Ghana Amalgamated Trust


Kumark Company Limited


Tetra Pak Global


Stena Drilling Limited


Moringa SCA SICAR/Moringa Mauritius Africa


Bank of Ghana


Tullow Ghana Limited (Rig Share Deed)


Game Discount World Ltd


ATC Tower


Securities and Exchange Commission


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Stena Drilling on the enforcement of an arbitration award, which was granted in favour of the client.
  • Representing ATC Tower (Ghana) Ltd (‘ATC’) in a Master Tower Space Use Agreement dispute.
  • Representing Moringa SCA SICAR/ Moringa Mauritius Africa in a shareholder’s dispute.

ENSafrica

At ENSafrica, the excellent team has a strong track record in handling commercial and corporate litigation, contentious construction cases, and tax disputes. The group often acts for clients before all court levels in Ghana, and is equally strong in advising on international commercial arbitration proceedings, as well as the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. Practice head David A. Asiedu is well known for his expertise in commercial dispute resolution and employment disputes. Joseph Kwadwo Konadu is very experienced in advising on labour and industrial relations disputes. Intellectual property litigation is a core area of strength for David Adu-Tutu.

Responsables de la pratique:

David A. Asiedu


Autres avocats clés:

Joseph Kwadwo Konadu; David Adu-Tutu


Les références

‘The ENS Ghana team are very sophisticated, quick and strategic. ’

‘David Asiedu is a great strategic thinker with a fantastic manner with clients. Joseph Konadu is a star of the future – extremely confident, articulate and clever. ’

Principaux clients

Vitol Upstream Ghana Ltd.


The Receiver (uniBank Ghana Ltd.)


Barak Fund SPC Limited


Monica Gezina Cowin and Madelein Kuilder (Joint-Liquidators of Group Five Power (PTY) Limited)


Cassius Mining Limited


Ghana Airports Company Limited


Vitol SA


Tex Styles Ghana Limited


Star Assurance Limited


Hubtel Ghana Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Vitol Upstream Ghana Ltd in a dispute concerning an oil field.
  • Representing Cassius Mining Ltd in a dispute.

DLA Piper Africa, Ghana (Reindorf Chambers)

DLA Piper Africa, Ghana (Reindorf Chambers)' 'impressive' team has an excellent reputation for advising domestic and multi-national companies on a wide range of contentious matters before all court levels in Ghana. Under the leadership of Doe Tsikata, the group continues to represent large mining companies, telecoms entities, insurance companies and banks in disputes. Arbitration proceedings are a key area of strength for the practice, which is well known for appearing before the National Labour Commission, the National Insurance Commission, and the Trademarks Registry. Matilda Idun-Donkor is a key practitioner.

Responsables de la pratique:

Doe Tsikata


Autres avocats clés:

Matilda Idun-Donkor


Les références

‘Quick to respond to our needs, on-time feedback.’

‘The Dispute Resolution team has excellent skills and are available to assist with all questions and concerns.’

‘The individuals are helpful and reliable.’

Principaux clients

Newmont Ghana Gold Limited


Newmont Golden Ridge Limited


Gold Fields Ghana Limited


Abosso Goldfields Ghana Limited


Hollard Insurance Ghana Limited


Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (Ghana) Limited


Puma Energy Distribution Ghana Limited


Ecobank Ghana PLC


Vulcan Natural Resources Limited


ATC (Tower) Ghana Limited


Agility Distribution Parks Ghana Limited


Resolute Amansie Limited


Kpone Marine Services Limited


Blue Ocean Investments Limited


SOS-Hermann Gmeiner International College


Investec Bank Limited


Synlab Ghana Limited


Sanlam General Insurance Ghana Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing an operator of petroleum mooring, pipeline and storage facilities in litigation arising from the seizure of its facilities.

N. Dowuona & Company

The 'extremely thorough and analytical' team at N. Dowuona & Company advises on a wide range of contentious matters, with particular expertise in handling commercial and contractual disputes. The group has been kept busy assisting with shareholder disputes and labour litigation, however the practice is also very experienced in arbitration and mediation. The client base includes technology, transport, financial, hospitality, mining. engineering and construction sector entities. Gwendy Bannerman heads the department.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gwendy Bannerman


Autres avocats clés:

Naa Kwaamah Owusu-Baafi


Les références

‘What distinguishes N. Dowuona and Co is their holistic understanding of the complexities surrounding legal issues, combined with a client-centric focus that prioritizes the needs and goals of their clients.’

‘Their team consists of highly skilled professionals who bring diverse backgrounds and expertise, allowing them to approach problems from multiple angles.’

‘Gwendy Bannerman – Her commitment to transparency and client communication is unparalleled, fostering a relationship built on trust and collaboration. Gwendy champions a collaborative environment, and embeds herself in our teams and organization to help us navigate strategic issues.’

Principaux clients

Volkswagen


Tega Industries


Rabobank Foundation


Bolt Operations OU


INOX India PvT Limited


Sovereign Bank [In Receivership]


MiLife Insurance Company Limited


Unibank [In Receivership]


Complete Farmer


Ntrakwah & Co

The team of 'highly skilled litigators' at Ntrakwah & Co is highly regarded for handling labour and employment disputes, contentious real estate matters and debt recovery issues. Nana Yaw Ntrakwah has an excellent reputation for assisting with land disputes and commercial litigation, and often appears in cases before the Supreme Court and High Court. Constitutional matters have been prominent in the group's recent workload. Nana co-heads the department with Kwadwo Ntrakwah, who brings expertise in commercial arbitration proceedings.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nana Yaw Ntrakwah; Kwadwo Ntrakwah


Autres avocats clés:

Paulina Akosua Danso


Les références

‘What sets the firm apart is its strategic approach to litigation, combining a deep understanding of Ghanaian law with an ability to navigate complex legal issues.’

‘The team’s meticulous preparation, attention to detail, and client-focused solutions have earned it a reputation for reliability and success.’

‘The lawyers at Ntrakwah & Co are highly skilled litigators, each bringing a unique set of skills and experience to the table. Senior lawyers at the firm are well-regarded for their courtroom presence and deep expertise in litigation, arbitration, and constitutional matters.’

Principaux clients

Petro SA


AV Ventures LLC


GCB Bank PLC


NDK Financial Services


Solidariad West Africa


Lomas Tay


Principaux dossiers


  • Acting for Petro SA Ghana in a complex tax dispute with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
  • Assisting AV Ventures with a debt recovery issue.
  • Assisting GCB Bank PLC with a debt recovery matter.

AB & David Africa

Under the leadership of Anna Fordjuor, Benjamin Kpakpo Sackar and Naa Amorkor Amarteifio, the team at AB & David Africa is well-placed to advise on disputes in the construction, mining, employment and energy sectors, often acting for clients before all court levels in Ghana. Arbitration and mediation proceedings are a developing area of strength for the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anna Fordjuor; Benjamin Kpakpo Sackar; Naa Amorkor Amarteifio


Principaux clients

CCC Machinery GmbH


Parmigiani Fleurier SA


Minerals Commission of Ghana


Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited


Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited


Acticon Engineering


Gudrun Amma Asafo-Agyei


The Company For Habitat and Housing in Africa (Shelter- Afrique)


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited on a debt recovery matter.
  • Represented Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited in a debt recovery claim.

Africa Legal Associates

Africa Legal Associates' team is adept at advising on a broad range of contentious matters. Commercial litigation and debt recovery issues are prominent in the group's workload, and the department is well known for handling disputes in the labour, real estate, intellectual property and family law spheres. Alternative dispute resolution strategies, such as mediation and arbitration, are another key area of strength for the team. Gabby Otchere-Darko, Nana Adjoa Hackman and Ernest Kusi co-head the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gabby Otchere-Darko; Nana Adjoa Hackman; Ernest Kusi


Les références

‘Good team. Thorough. Professional.’

‘Gabby Otchere-Darko and Nana Adjoa Hackman are very professional. Their output is well researched and comprehensive. ’

Principaux clients

Wonda World Properties Limited


HDF SAS


West Blue Ghana Limited


Boris B’s Farms and Veterinary Supplies Ghana Ltd


Gold Coast Refinery Ltd


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Wonda World Properties Limited in a land dispute.
  • Advised HDF SAS on a debt recovery issue.
  • Advising West Blue Ghana Ltd on a debt recovery matter.

Egality Law

The practice at Egality Law has a solid track record in assisting with contentious insurance matters and the enforcement of intellectual property rights, and is equally strong in handling commercial litigation. Land disputes and domestic and international arbitration proceedings are other key areas of instruction for the team. Korieh Duodu and Victoria Derban are practitioners to note.

Autres avocats clés:

Korieh Duodu; Victoria Derban


Principaux clients

Blue Sky Products Ghana Limited


Association for Free Zone Enterprises


Media Foundation for West Africa


Trashy Bags


KEPCO Engineering & Construction Co. Inc


Principaux dossiers


  • Successfully acted for Blue Skies and the Association of Free Zone enterprises in a case concerning proposed restrictions on transfers of foreign exchange.
  • Instructed by an international law firm to advise an international bank on the enforceability of high value corporate and personal guarantees in courts in Ghana, provided as part of a loan facility agreement with a UK company.
  • Co-ordinated a team of lawyers across multiple jurisdictions concerning a multi-million dollar insurance claim brought on behalf of Korean electric power and engineering company KEPCO in the Ghanaian courts.

Kimathi & Partners, Corporate Attorneys

The dispute resolution team at Kimathi & Partners, Corporate Attorneys is active across a wide range of contentious matters. Key areas of instruction include enforcement matters, insurance litigation and contentious maritime issues. Kimathi Kuenyehia and Kwasi Danso Amoah co-head the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Kimathi Kuenyehia; Kwasi Danso Amoah


Les références

‘The firm is very proactive, and their work is always well researched. The team is composed of different lawyers with diverse backgrounds and expertise. They always respond to requests swiftly and have rich experience in dispute resolution.’

‘They are very experienced, friendly and accommodating.’

‘Their responsiveness is unparalleled. They have also been very collaborative on strategy and on billing.’

LEGAL INK (LAWYERS & NOTARIES)

Under the leadership of Daniyal Abdul KarimSammani M. Zachary, Akua Pokuaa KwartengKamil Mohammed Iddrisu and Amina Ali Issaka, the team at LEGAL INK (LAWYERS & NOTARIES) is well placed to assist with a broad range of contentious work. The group handles commercial litigation, insurance disputes and family law litigation, and also counts contentious maritime matters and real estate disputes as core areas of strength. Alternative dispute resolution forms a key pillar of the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Daniyal Abdul Karim; Sammani M. Zachary; Akua Pokuaa Kwarteng; Kamil Mohammed Iddrisu; Amina Ali Issaka


Les références

‘Excellent relationship with clients.’

‘ Any case brought before them is discussed as a team.’

‘The individual lawyers at Legal Ink draw on their rich experience at all times when handling cases.’

Principaux clients

Intesoll Engineering Solutions And Intesoll Sapura Offshore


Edward Osei Boakye Trust Fund


Swire Pacific Offshore Services & Tidewater Incorporated


Fidelity Bank Ghana


Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB)


Spaans Babcock Holding BV


Micheletti & Co. Ltd


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for Intersoll Engineering Solutions And Intesoll Sapura Offshore in a dispute valued at over $4m.
  • Represented Spaans Babcock Holding BV in a claim for compensation concerning land valued at $2m.

WTS Nobisfields

The 'very professional' team at WTS Nobisfields 'provides top-notch representation throughout the entire litigation process'. The group is well known for advising multinational companies on a wide range of contentious matters, and has a solid track record in appearing before the higher courts in Ghana. The department is also well-placed to handle mediation and arbitration proceedings. Practice head Theophilus Tawiah is 'an exceptional litigator', and Prince Boateng is 'highly professional and very knowledgeable'.

Responsables de la pratique:

Theophilus Tawiah


Autres avocats clés:

Prince Boateng


Les références

‘They are very professional and committed to their work. They exhibit good knowledge and understanding.’

‘WTS Nobisfields provides top-notch representation throughout the entire litigation process.’

‘Theophilus Tawiah possesses deep knowledge and experience.’

Principaux clients

Yango Ghana


Monarch Capital Ltd


G Bequest


Jetstream Technologies


DAF Properties Ltd


Paterson Simons Africa


Nestwise Petroleum


Phoenix Africa Capital


JC Global Properties Limited


Aramex Ghana


Europrima Industries Ltd


Heritors Labs


Brenntag Ghana Limited


Ammital Trading DMCC


IBM Ghana


West Africa Gas Pipeline


Shalina Healthcare


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Ammital Trading DMCC on debt claims concerning money owed to the client by Sentuo Oil Refinery Limited.
  • Representing Nestwise Petroleum in a debt claim.
  • Represented Aramex Ghana in a $2m debt claim.