Global Guide 2026 : Republic of the Congo
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Cabinet Gomes
Cabinet Gomes is one of the oldest and most respected law firms in the country. It is a leading multidisciplinary firm, which offers assistance and legal solutions adapted to the needs of the main domestic and international companies operating in the Republic of Congo and the continent.
The firm, by virtue of its long-lasting presence, is deeply rooted in the business world in Congo, which gives its clients a competitive advantage as understanding local cultures is crucial for doing business in Africa and elsewhere in the world.
The team is made up of highly qualified lawyers, graduates of the best African, European and American law schools.
Established in Pointe-Noire and Brazzaville, Cabinet Gomes ensures a permanent presence in these two main cities of the country, and more generally in the whole of the Republic of Congo and in the CEMAC and OHADA zone.
The firm advises its clients in various practice areas such as:
• Arbitration and Litigation
• Competition law
• Corporate law
• Criminal Corporate law
• Hydrocarbons law
• Intellectual Property and Copyright
• Maritime law
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Mining law
• OHADA business law
• PPP and Project Finance
• Real estate Law
• Regulatory
• Tax Law
Provided by Chambers
Cabinet Gomes is a pre-eminent law firm for commercial transactions in Congo-Brazzaville. It is often involved in major oil and gas and energy matters, with a strong track record in corporate, employment and civil law. The team frequently represents clients before national courts in employment and commercial disputes. The firm is a part of the Miranda Alliance, with offices in both Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire.
Provided by Chambers
Cabinet Gomes assisted Société Générale with the sale of its Congolese subsidiary to the Congolese government.
Provided by Chambers
As an English-speaking client operating in a francophone country, Cabinet Gomes has bilingual staff that makes communication a lot simpler and easier to manage.
Cabinet Gomes is always available, responsive and fast.
Cabinet Gomes is a leading firm in Congo Brazzaville with an almost unequalled track record of results.
I appreciate Cabinet Gomes' availability, diligence, attention to detail and its professional and attentive team.
We particularly appreciate Cabinet Gomes' ability to manage complex cases by providing pragmatic solutions adapted to our needs.
Provided by Chambers
Louis-Raymond Gomes enters the rankings this year and is noted for his expertise in M&A, private equity and regulatory issues. He is qualified in the US, England and Republic of Congo.
He is a world-class legal expert.
Louis-Raymond is great to work with, and has a very good understanding of English and common law. He gives clear, practical advice.
He is available and has a strong ability to propose solutions.
General Business Law
General Business Law
Provided by Cabinet Gomes
Louis-Raymond Gomes
Head of Department
Alvarez Missakila
Simon-Yves Tchicamboud
Prince Kyssama
Exaucet Koud
Alexis Vincent Gomes
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