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Stewarts

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : Africa-wide

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Stewarts

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Dispute Resolution - Africa-wide

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Stewarts is a London-based specialist law firm focusing on dispute resolution. It is active on a high volume of Africa-related cases, representing a varied client list of governments, high net worth individuals and well-known corporations. It is well versed in oil and gas arbitrations, as well as matters occurring in such industries as financial services and aviation. It is also very capable of advising on cases arising from allegations of corruption, including those involving freezing orders or asset tracing proceedings.

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Work Highlights

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  • Stewarts represented PwC, as joint liquidators of Kijani Resources and Ratio Limited, in asset recovery proceedings involving multiple African jurisdictions.

Strengths

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  • They can cover a range of disputes across francophone and anglophone Africa and have experience in a range of areas, including dealing with states and state-owned entities.

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  • We are particularly impressed with Stewarts' ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to understand the implications and make informed decisions.

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  • The team at Stewarts is meticulous, knowledgeable and hands-on.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Daniel Wilmot
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    Daniel Wilmot

    Daniel Wilmot coordinates the Africa group within Stewarts and has a wealth of experience representing clients active in the mining and petrochemicals sectors. He handles an array of ICC and LCIA arbitrations, with a particularly large caseload of matters relating to Nigeria. He also has significant experience concerning enforcement and asset recovery proceedings.

    • Daniel is resourceful and analytical. He is never daunted and is able to work through complex matters and situations seamlessly. Above all, he has excellent interpersonal and relationship skills.

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    • He handles interactions and workflow with firmness and efficiency, demonstrating a high level of emotional intelligence in managing team dynamics effectively.

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    • Daniel Wilmot is definitely one of the leading arbitration practitioners for Africa-related cases. He brings a wealth of knowledge regarding both the procedure and the merits of the dispute.

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    • Daniel Wilmot has proved to be an invaluable adviser who can deftly navigate the intricacies of the legal and geopolitical landscape.

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