General Business Law

The team at Dentons Eric Silwamba, Jalasi & Linyama garners particular recognition in the market for its dispute resolution work, including on tax appeals. The firm regularly assists banks, and clients benefit from Dentons' extensive international and multi-jurisdictional presence. Its lawyers have the additional capacity to advise on corporate and commercial transactions, representing clients active in the energy and mining sectors.

"The team is very sound and clear and they have a very practical approach."

"The firm provides tailor-made legal updates to clients regarding new laws and amendments. The team is well versed in complex commercial matters, as well as litigation."

"I have the highest respect for the team. They are able to work efficiently while keeping us fully updated along the way."

Eric Silwamba SC is a very prominent and experienced dispute resolution practitioner in Lusaka whose practice includes competition law litigation. Resource companies and banks number among his broad clientele. "Eric Silwamba is outstanding and he readily makes himself available to guide us whenever matters appear complicated."

Lusaka-based Joseph Jalasi is a notable dispute resolution practitioner in Zambia. His experience includes advising on environmental litigation, competition and tax disputes, as well as M&A matters. "Joseph Jalasi's demeanour is great. He is available, well established and skilled. He understands the commercial and legal processes." "He stands out for his availability. He is also very knowledgeable and practical. Above all, his experience means he deals with everything in a very practical manner."

Lubinda Linyama is well established in the dispute resolution space in Zambia. Working out of Lusaka, he is a strong commercial litigator who has notable mining sector experience. "He is reliable, smart and good at advising on different cases."