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AB & David is a top-tier law firm well reputed for its solid infrastructure practice in Ghana. The team assists a broad range of local and international clients including corporates and government entities. It is further regarded for its expertise in the natural resources and mining sectors.

Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah (BELA) moves up the rankings this year and displays a well-reputed practice relating to oil and gas, power and mining. Its energy and infrastructure group advises a wide client base, ranging from private companies to banks and other financial institutions, and it is also recognised for counselling the government on high-stakes deals. The lawyers assist with an array of regulatory and compliance issues arising in the natural resources sector.

ENSafrica is a highly regarded law firm that is particularly well versed in energy matters in Ghana. The practice regularly advises on high-value electricity, mining, and oil and gas transactional and regulatory matters. The team is frequently called upon by multinational companies for its broad experience in areas such as power plant construction, electricity concessions and commercial real estate development.

JLD & MB Legal Consultancy maintains a strong reputation in Ghana for its expertise in natural resources. The firm advises both local and international clients on matters pertaining to the mining and oil and gas sectors. It is additionally skilled in corporate matters, assisting banks, insurance companies and the government with structuring, licensing agreements, sale and purchase agreements, and M&A. The team is regularly retained as local counsel alongside international law firms. The lawyers offer further expertise in renewable energy mandates.

"The team has significant capacity to handle complex commercial discussions. They always respond to requests and invitations promptly and are very accommodating. They have in-depth understanding of the market, the policy and institutional dynamics and their implication for the business."

Ashong Benjamin & Associates is regularly engaged by big-name energy players in Ghana for its expertise in oil and gas, mining and power. The law firm handles both regulatory matters and transactions, as well as advising on related litigation work.