Corporate, Commercial & M&A lawyers and advisers in Botswana
The Corporate INTL directory lists 3 Corporate, Commercial & M&A experts in Botswana from 3 firms.
Experts
Rizwan Desai
Rizwan Desai – LL.B (Hons.) (Edin.), DIP.LP (Edin.), LL.M (Harvard) – is the Founding Partner of Desai Law Group and Head of Corporate. He is qualified as an Attorney in Botswana. He also qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales and…
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Shakila Khan
Shakila Khan is the Founding and Managing Partner of Khan Corporate Law and has more than 17 years’ experience practising law in Botswana. She holds an LLB (Hons) (University of Westminster), an LLM (University of London) and a BVC /…
View profile →Kwadwo Osei-Ofei
Kwadwo qualified from the University of Botswana in 1999. He commenced his practice with one of the leading corporate commercial practices in Botswana, where he remained for six years before joining Osei-Ofei Swabi & Co. as senior partner.…
View profile →Frequently asked questions
What does a corporate lawyer in Botswana do?
A corporate lawyer advises businesses on company formation and structure, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder matters and corporate governance. You are likely to need one when you set up or restructure a company, buy or sell a business, raise investment or negotiate significant commercial contracts.
How do I find a good corporate lawyer in Botswana?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Botswana, 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 corporate lawyer 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 corporate lawyer in Botswana cost?
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 corporate lawyer in Botswana if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Botswana, 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 corporate lawyer in Botswana, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking corporate lawyer in Botswana?
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.
How do I contact a corporate lawyer in Botswana 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.