MAY & Co.

MAY and Company is a dynamic and innovative Zambian law firm offering a full spectrum of corporate legal services. The firm is committed to delivering exceptional client service, drawing upon a fresh perspective and deep sector expertise to navigate the complexities of the Zambian legal landscape. Its clients, ranging from local businesses to international corporations, benefit from tailored solutions that consistently achieve their desired commercial outcomes.

MAY and Company excels in the following core practice areas:

• Arbitration
• Banking and Finance
• Corporate and Commercial Law
• Litigation
• Energy and Mining
• Real Property
• Corporate Governance
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Technology, Media, Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
• Forensics
• Regulatory Compliance and Government Relations
• Risk Management and Due Diligence
• Competition and Consumer Protection
• Environmental, Social and Governance
• Insolvency
• Employment and Labour Law

The firm's recent work underscores its capabilities in complex transactions and high-stakes litigation:

• Sibanye Stillwater Limited: Advised on a £600m to £800m acquisition of shares in Mopani Copper Mines, a key player in Zambia's copper industry.
• Cardinal Distributors Limited: Successful representation in a £1m High Court dispute concerning the sale of property by a financial institution.
• Ng'andu Consulting Limited: Advising on a High Court judicial review challenging a £13m settlement agreement with the Ministry of Transport and Logistics.

MAY and Company is proud to represent a diverse and distinguished clientele, including:

• Multichoice Zambia Limited
• Vivo Energy Zambia Limited
• BL & D Plant Hire and Sales Limited
• Africa Opportunity Fund
• The Nature Conservancy
• Inchcape Kenya Limited
• Fraser Alexander Zambia Limited
• Appasamy Associates
• Freddy Hirsch Group Limited
• BDO Zambia Limited
• White Orchid Investment Limited
• Bolabet Sports Betting
• Zambia Kafue Fisheries Limited
• Pick N Pay Zambia Limited
• Makuku Farms Limited
• Engineering Institute of Zambia
• Cardinal Distributors Limited
• Continental Investment Limited Trading as Corporate IT Solutions

MAY and Company's success is driven by the exceptional talents of its four partners:

• Mulopa Ndalameta(Managing Partner): A highly skilled commercial dispute resolution lawyer with over 10 years of litigation experience and particular expertise in arbitration, construction law, and the mining, FMCG, and agricultural sectors.

• Chanda Musonda: A leading corporate law expert with over 13 years of experience. Known for her expertise in banking & finance, capital markets, competition law, TMT, data protection, and regulatory compliance. Chanda's insights simplify complex transactions for clients.

• Harriet A. Mdala: A mergers and acquisitions specialist with over 11 years of corporate and commercial law experience. Harriet deftly guides clients through complex multijurisdictional deals with a focus on energy, infrastructure, real property, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.

• Yosa G. Yosa: An accomplished litigator in both private and public law disputes. Yosa brings expertise in commercial, construction, public law, competition, forensic, insolvency, and employment matters. He is a leading figure in insolvency practice, specializing in business rescue and restructuring.

Partners: 4

Associates: 4

Trainees: 6

Consultants: 2

759 Independence Avenue, Glass House, Woodlands Roundabout, Lusaka, Zambia. Tel: +260 211 250 580.

MAY and Company is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions designed to empower its clients. The firm understands the intricacies of the Zambian business environment and strives to be a trusted partner in achieving its clients' goals. Its unwavering focus on client service, innovative strategies, and deep legal expertise underpin its continued success.