Department profile
Engling, Stritter & Partners

General Business Law

Global Guide 2026 : Namibia


Engling, Stritter & Partners

Rankings

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General Business Law - Namibia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Engling, Stritter & Partners is a well-rounded Namibian law firm with expertise in banking, M&A, mining and competition law. It also assists with project development, with experience across the energy, mining and infrastructure sectors. The firm's clients include banks and other international financial institutions, as well as mining and power companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Engling, Stritter & Partners advised First National Bank of Namibia on a project financing for GreeNam Electricity.

Strengths

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  • Engling, Stritter & Partners' commitment, knowledge of the law and ability to find the blind spots within agreements are exemplary.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • The firm stands out for its expertise and pragmatic solutions, which are excellent.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleHans-Bruno Gerdes
    Senior StatespeopleHans-Bruno Gerdes

    Hans-Bruno Gerdes

    Hans-Bruno Gerdes is an esteemed lawyer in Windhoek who possesses a wealth of experience in major corporate transactions and contract negotiations. He is also noted for his understanding of regulatory and competition law processes, from merger reviews to cartel investigations.

    • Hans-Bruno Gerdes is very experienced and knowledgeable. He has a good understanding of business and commerce in general.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • Band 1Axel Stritter
    Band 1Axel Stritter

    Axel Stritter

    Axel Stritter is recognised for his multidisciplinary practice, covering corporate transactions, project finance and competition investigations from the firm's Windhoek office. He is well placed to advise major financial services groups and international investors.
    • Axel Stritter is the most knowledgeable transactions lawyer in Namibia. His ability to find solutions to particular legal challenges is unmatched. Axel's advice is as good as it gets.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
    • His dedication and insights are remarkable.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Mark Kutzner
    Band 2Mark Kutzner

    Mark Kutzner

    Working out of Windhoek, Mark Kutzner serves as the firm's managing partner, in addition to operating a respected disputes practice. He is an experienced litigator who is noted for his expertise in commercial and employment disputes.
  • Up and ComingNawala Kamati-Unger
    Up and ComingNawala Kamati-Unger

    Nawala Kamati-Unger

    Nawala Kamati-Unger stands out for her advice in commercial and transactional matters, as well as financing. She is well placed to advise clients from the energy sector.

    • Nawala Kamati-Unger is a true professional.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
    • Nawala Kamati-Unger has good communication skills and knowledge of the subject.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal

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