Expert Representation in Ghana-Seated and Africa-Focused Arbitration
Clinton Consultancy provides legal representation and advisory services for international clients, law firms, and investors involved in arbitration seated in Ghana. Whether the case is against the Government of Ghana, a state-owned enterprise, or a private company, our firm acts as trusted local counsel delivering discreet, strategic, and internationally aligned representation.
Why Ghana is a Preferred Seat of Arbitration
Ghana’s stable legal system, experienced judiciary, and modern Alternative Dispute Resolution Act, 2010 (Act 798) make it one of Africa’s most respected arbitration jurisdictions. Accra hosts an active arbitration community, with institutions such as the Ghana Arbitration Centre (GAC), the Ghana Association of Restructuring & Insolvency Advisors (GARIA), and regional arbitration panels recognised for their neutrality and enforcement strength.
As local counsel, we help clients:
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Navigate Ghana’s arbitration laws and procedures
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Coordinate with international lead counsel and tribunal secretariats
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Secure interim relief and enforcement through Ghanaian courts
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Manage communication with government entities and regulators
Our Arbitration Services
Local Counsel Representation
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Acting for foreign law firms, corporations, and investors in Ghana-seated arbitration
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Managing filings, witness coordination, and procedural compliance
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Liaising with arbitral institutions and Ghanaian courts
Government & State Agency Arbitration
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Representing or defending claims involving ministries and state-owned enterprises
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Legal opinions on sovereign immunity, enforcement, and public law limits
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Coordination with the Attorney-General’s Department and key state bodies
Commercial & Investment Arbitration
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Infrastructure, construction, and energy disputes
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Concession and PPP-related arbitration
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Joint venture, shareholder, and financing disputes
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Representation under ICSID, UNCITRAL, ICC, LCIA, or ad hoc rules
Award Enforcement & Setting Aside
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Enforcement of foreign arbitral awards under Ghana’s ADR Act
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Applications to set aside or recognise awards before Ghanaian courts
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Legal opinions on procedural validity and enforcement risks
Why International Clients Choose Clinton Consultancy
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Recognised local counsel for international arbitration seated in Ghana
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Experienced cross-border litigators and negotiators with global exposure
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Discreet, high-level representation in politically sensitive or high-value cases
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Direct senior partner involvement ensuring consistency and strategic clarity
Contact
For local counsel or arbitration representation in Ghana:
amanda@clintonconsultancy.com
