Osei-Ofei Legal

Osei-Ofei Legal (OOL) – Premier Corporate & Commercial Law Firm in Botswana

Managing Partner: Kwadwo Osei-Ofei

Number of Partners: 2

Number of Lawyers: 5

Languages: English, Setswana

Website:www.oolbw.com

Email: [email protected]

Tel: +267 3908293

Firm Overview

Osei-Ofei Legal (OOL) is a premier independent corporate and commercial law firm, widely recognized for its excellence in providing legal services to Botswana’s corporate sector. The firm serves a diverse client base, including financial institutions, private equity fund managers, multinational corporations, and major industry players in retail, wholesale, and oil sectors.

Founded on a legacy of legal excellence dating back to 1998, OOL is built on a foundation of integrity, expertise, and a commitment to delivering sophisticated legal solutions. The firm specializes in corporate and commercial transactions, banking law, competition law, contract law, construction law, insolvency and restructuring, insurance law, property law, employment law, regulatory compliance, and alternative dispute resolution.

Backed by a team of highly skilled litigators and corporate advisors, OOL provides strategic, tailored legal solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients, ensuring their businesses operate seamlessly within Botswana’s regulatory and legal framework.

Core Practice Areas

Corporate & Commercial Law

OOL offers comprehensive corporate and commercial legal advisory services, providing businesses with expert guidance on structuring, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, insolvencies, and complex transactions. The firm specializes in drafting and negotiating key business agreements, including management contracts, franchise agreements, and high-value commercial contracts.

With a deep understanding of Botswana’s legal and regulatory landscape, OOL ensures its clients are well-positioned to navigate the complexities of corporate governance, taxation, receiverships, pension fund matters, and general commercial operations.

Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

OOL is renowned for its formidable litigation practice, offering strategic legal representation across a wide spectrum of disputes. The firm has successfully handled high-stakes commercial litigation, contractual disputes, property enforcement matters, foreclosures, industrial disputes, and construction claims.

Recognizing the growing importance of alternative dispute resolution, OOL’s attorneys are highly skilled in arbitration and mediation, serving both as representatives and arbitrators affiliated with the Botswana Institute of Arbitrators. The firm’s focus is on achieving efficient, cost-effective resolutions tailored to its clients’ objectives.

Employment & Labour Law

OOL provides specialized legal counsel on all aspects of employment law, including employment agreements, collective bargaining, retrenchments, redundancy processes, and severance negotiations. The firm has extensive experience representing clients in employment disputes before Botswana’s Industrial Court, ensuring compliance with labour regulations while protecting corporate interests.

Conveyancing & Notarial Practice

OOL’s dedicated conveyancing and notarial practice ensures seamless execution of land transfers, securitization, and property transactions. The firm’s notaries public are adept at drafting and certifying notarial deeds, hypothecation bonds, trust agreements, and international legal documents in compliance with the Hague Convention.

Trusts, Wills & Estate Administration

OOL provides expert estate planning and trust administration services, assisting clients in structuring both living and testamentary trusts. The firm ensures seamless execution of wills, estate administration, and intestate succession, delivering comprehensive legal solutions that safeguard clients’ legacies.

Why Choose Osei-Ofei Legal?

• Proven Track Record – Recognized for excellence in corporate and commercial law, consistently delivering high-quality legal services.
• Strategic Legal Solutions – Tailored advisory and litigation strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Regulatory Expertise – In-depth knowledge of Botswana’s legal framework, ensuring seamless compliance.
• Client-Centric Approach – Commitment to providing personalized, results-driven legal representation.
• Reputation for Excellence – A distinguished firm with a legacy of success in litigation and corporate advisory.

With a reputation built on trust, professionalism, and legal acumen, Osei-Ofei Legal stands as a leading force in Botswana’s corporate legal landscape, offering unparalleled expertise and client-focused solutions.