Comparative Legal Analysis
Research comparing how different legal systems deal with the same question.
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Legal services for matters in Somalia and the wider region.
Our commercial practice serves businesses and individuals. Our international development work serves public institutions, NGOs, UN agencies and development partners.
Explore servicesInternational Development
Legal work for public institutions, UN agencies, NGOs and development partners involved in reform in Somalia and the Horn of Africa.
Constitutional and Legislative Drafting
Research and drafting for constitutions, legislation, regulations and amendments.
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Human Rights Law
Advice on human-rights questions in cases, legislation, policy and development programmes.
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Judiciary Training and Capacity Building
Training and working materials for courts, lawyers and other justice-sector professionals.
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Law Enforcement
Review of the laws, policies and accountability arrangements governing law-enforcement institutions.
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Rule of Law
Legal research and advice for justice, governance and access-to-justice programmes.
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Legal advice for businesses, investors, organisations and individuals working or investing in Somalia and the Horn of Africa.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Advice on resolving commercial, contractual and property disputes through negotiation, mediation or arbitration.
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Commercial and Corporate Law
Company and commercial advice for organisations establishing or carrying on business in Somalia.
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Contract Drafting, Review and Negotiation
Drafting and review of contracts for businesses, institutions and individuals.
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Criminal, Civil and Administrative Litigation
Advice and representation in civil, criminal and administrative proceedings in Somalia.
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Environmental, Land Use and Property Law
Advice on land documents, property transactions, development projects and disputes in Somalia.
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Finance, Insurance and Copyright Law
Legal review of finance and insurance arrangements, together with advice on copyright ownership and licensing.
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Government and Regulatory Affairs
Advice for organisations dealing with licensing, regulation and public authorities in Somalia.
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Immigration Law
Immigration advice for individuals, families, employers and organisations connected with Somalia.
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Labour Law
Employment advice for employers and individuals, from contracts and policies to workplace disputes.
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Tax Law
Legal advice on tax questions arising from business operations, employment and transactions in Somalia.
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- Advice written in plain language
- Knowledge of Somali law and institutions
- Direct communication about progress and next steps
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