Bespoke Support for Global Families Investing and Operating Across Africa
Clinton Consultancy provides family offices and high-net-worth investors with confidential legal, regulatory, and strategic services for their ventures and investments throughout Africa. Whether managing gold and commodity deals, infrastructure projects, or diversified portfolios, we deliver on-the-ground representation, research, and execution.
Bespoke Legal & Strategic Advisory
Every family office has unique needs. We design and execute bespoke strategies to support operations across Africa, covering both transactional and protective mandates.
Our services include:
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Legal due diligence on potential investments, counterparties, and assets
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Negotiation and drafting of contracts and joint venture agreements
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Licensing and regulatory compliance for commodity and investment activities
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Structuring investments through African and offshore jurisdictions
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Legal opinions for boards, trustees, and advisers
Commodities, Gold & Natural Resources
Africa’s resource markets present opportunity and complexity. We act for family offices involved in gold, oil, agriculture, and other commodities by providing:
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Transaction structuring and contract negotiation
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On-the-ground due diligence and risk analysis
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Liaison with government ministries, regulators, and trading partners
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Litigation and arbitration arising from commodity or export disputes
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Advisory on taxation, export controls, and local participation laws
Investment & Asset Protection
From real estate and private equity to fintech and infrastructure, we help clients build and protect value across African jurisdictions.
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Incorporation of investment vehicles and local subsidiaries
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Compliance with investment laws, licensing, and ownership rules
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Structuring asset protection and succession frameworks
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Monitoring portfolio investments and resolving disputes
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Coordinating with global counsel to ensure compliance with cross-border obligations
Litigation, Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
When disputes arise, we provide discreet and results-oriented representation:
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Commercial litigation in African courts
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Enforcement of judgments and arbitral awards
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Mediation and negotiation of settlements
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Coordination with foreign counsel on multi-jurisdictional disputes
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Representation in government or regulatory investigations
On-the-Ground Research & Representation
Family offices often require local intelligence to make informed decisions. Clinton Consultancy provides:
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Legal and regulatory research on target markets and sectors
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Verification of ownership and compliance documentation
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Market feasibility analysis and competitor mapping
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Site visits and representation in government meetings
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Reporting tailored for boards, principals, and advisers
Why Family Offices Choose Clinton Consultancy
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Trusted by global family offices and private investors for confidential, cross-border representation
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Internationally trained, Ghana-qualified lawyers with deep regional knowledge
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Strong government and regulatory access across African markets
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Discreet, senior-level involvement in all family office matters
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Comprehensive service offering — from compliance and contracts to crisis management and litigation
Contact
For confidential family office representation and on-the-ground support in Africa:
amanda@clintonconsultancy.com
