Lawyers and advisers in Cameroon
The Corporate INTL directory lists 8 experts in Cameroon from 6 firms.
The most represented practice areas in Cameroon are Corporate, Commercial & M&A, Intellectual Property and Dispute Resolution & Litigation. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Ashunchong Paul Tanyi Ako
Ashunchong Paul Tanyi Ako is the managing partner of Ashunchong and Partners Law Firm. He obtained an LLB (Hons) degree in 2005, a post graduate diploma in 2006 and a BL in 2010 from the council of legal education at Sierra Leone Law…
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Gaston Kenfack Douajni
Gaston Kenfack Douajni is a Cameroonian Magistrate; currently the Director of Legislation at the Ministry of Justice in Cameroon. He has obtained a Doctorate of International Economic Law at the University of Paris I (Pantheon Sorbonne) in…
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John Halle
Education • University of Kent - LLB in English and French Law • University of Sussex - Masters in European and International Commercial Law • Golden Gate Bridge University - Masters in US Legal Studies • University of Paris X Nanterre -…
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Nico Halle
Bar Admissions • Cameroon Industry Associations • Cameroon Bar Association | Member • International Trademark Association | Member • Association of Licensed Attorneys at OAPI (AMOAPI) | Member Credentials • Former President of the Cameroon…
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Paul T. Jing, Esq
Paul is the founder of the firm and heads the English Commercial and Corporate Practice of the firm. He also oversees corporate finance, capital markets, foreign investment and the Intellectual Property Practice of the firm. Paul is a…
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Vanessa Halle
Background & Experience - LLB from the University of Essex - PgDip in Bar Professional studies at the University of Law (UK) - Called to the Bar of England & Wales in 2011 - Called to the Cameroon Bar in 2013 - IP Attorney at the African…
View profile →David Etah-Nan
He is the Managing Partner of the Firm. He obtained an LL.B (Hons) degree in 1979, a Post graduate diploma in Comparative Law (English and French) in 1980. He started legal practice in January 1981. He opened a Law Office in 1984, which…
View profile →Carlton Fon Akkum
Carlton Fon Akkum, Managing Partner of full-service law firm Akkum, Akkum & Associates LLP in Cameroon, is named Corporate Law Expert of the Year in Cameroon at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in Cameroon?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Cameroon, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in Cameroon?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in Cameroon if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Cameroon, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in Cameroon, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking lawyer or adviser in Cameroon?
Many lawyers and advisers who work with international clients advise in English, but it is worth checking. Ask about working languages when you first get in touch, and whether documents can be provided in English as well as the local language.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in Cameroon through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.