We represent clients in complex and high-value disputes across multiple sectors. Our services cover litigation before all levels of Ghana’s courts, arbitration proceedings, mediation, and other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. We combine in-depth knowledge of procedural law with commercial pragmatism, ensuring that disputes are resolved efficiently and in a manner that protects both immediate interests and long-term business relationships. Our team has experience handling contract disputes, debt recovery claims, labour disputes, land and property litigation, and public law claims for and against state institutions. We work not only to win cases but also to position clients advantageously for future dealings.
We provide regulatory, transactional and compliance advice to clients operating across the mining value chain. Ghana’s mining industry is central to the national economy, and our firm has extensive knowledge in its regulatory and commercial framework. We advise multinational mining companies, local operators, and investors on all aspects of mining law, from the acquisition of mineral rights and due diligence on concessions to compliance with environmental, health and safety standards. We also draft and negotiate mining agreements, joint ventures, and service contracts, while guiding clients through local content and corporate social responsibility requirements. Whether dealing with regulatory authorities, community stakeholders or transaction partners, we ensure that our clients’ mining operations are structured to meet both legal obligations and business objectives.
Our energy practice spans the full value chain of Ghana’s energy sector, including petroleum, power generation and renewable energy. We advise on regulatory compliance, project structuring, licensing, power purchase agreements and sector reform initiatives. We advise upstream, midstream and downstream oil and gas companies on licensing, exploration and production agreements, joint ventures, farm-ins and divestments, and regulatory compliance. In the power sector, we guide independent power producers, investors and other industry players on project structuring, power purchase agreements, grid access, and tariff negotiations among others. We also work with clients developing renewable energy projects, to ensure compliance with emerging regulatory frameworks while positioning projects for long-term sustainability. With Ghana’s energy sector rapidly evolving, our firm provides the foresight and expertise required to manage both risks and opportunities.
Property rights in Ghana are shaped by an interplay of customary law, statutory frameworks and practical realities. At S&A Law and Consultancy, we provide comprehensive legal support across the full spectrum of property matters. We guide clients through the purchase, sale and leasing of property, conducting thorough due diligence, drafting and reviewing agreements, and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. We assist in registering property interests, resolving defects in title, and securing land certificates or other formal documentation to safeguard ownership rights. Our expertise extends to large-scale commercial projects such as real estate developments, infrastructure works, and mining concessions, where clear and enforceable land rights are critical to project success. Our team also has experience representing clients in land litigation.
Our corporate and commercial practice supports businesses throughout every stage of the corporate lifecycle — from formation and structuring to governance, compliance, financing and expansion. We ensure that companies remain compliant with the Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992) and other industry specific laws while ensuring that business operations are effective and sustainable. Our work covers the full range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder arrangements and reorganizations among others. We guide clients through the legal and regulatory aspects of raising capital, securing investment and structuring financing, paying close attention to the commercial realities that shape each deal. We also advise on the day-to-day operational needs of businesses, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements that are practical, enforceable and aligned with client objectives. These include supply and service contracts, partnership agreements, and other arrangements that underpin long-term business relationships. Beyond transactions, we provide ongoing support to boards and management teams on compliance, governance and risk management, to help businesses anticipate challenges and position themselves for growth in a competitive and regulated market.
We assist individuals and families in structuring their affairs to safeguard wealth and ensure its smooth transfer across generations. Our services include preparing wills and codicils, establishing trusts, and advising on succession planning strategies designed to minimize disputes and preserve family harmony. We advise clients on the laws applicable, to ensure that our clients’ intentions are clearly documented and legally enforceable. Our team also provides comprehensive support in estate administration. We guide executors and administrators through the process of applying for probate or letters of administration, collecting and securing estate assets, settling debts and taxes, and distributing property in accordance with the law. Where disagreements arise, we represent clients in contested probate proceedings, inheritance disputes, and family settlement negotiations. By combining foresight with sensitivity, we help clients protect their legacies while easing the administrative burden on families. Our approach ensures that each estate is managed with precision, dignity and respect for the wishes of the deceased.
We advise and represent both employers and employees in all areas of labour and employment law in Ghana. For employers, we provide preventive and compliance-focused advisory services designed to reduce potential liabilities, minimise disputes and safeguard workplace harmony. Our services include drafting and reviewing employment contracts, developing workplace policies and employee handbooks, advising on redundancy and restructuring processes, negotiating with trade unions, and ensuring adherence to the Labour Act, collective agreements, and other regulatory frameworks. We also guide employers through internal disciplinary procedures, ensuring fairness and legal compliance. For employees, we act as advocates in disputes involving wrongful termination, constructive dismissal, breaches of employment rights, discrimination, workplace harassment, and unfair labour practices. We ensure that our clients’ grievances are properly articulated and pursued before the courts and labour tribunals.
Our approach is both proactive and responsive, aimed at creating clarity for employers, protection for employees, and balance within the labour market.
Our family law practice is dedicated to supporting clients through some of life’s most sensitive and challenging circumstances. We provide legal representation in divorce proceedings, child custody and access arrangements, spousal and child maintenance claims, and the division of matrimonial property. Beyond matrimonial disputes, we also advise on and assist with adoption and guardianship processes under our law. Recognising the sensitive and often emotional nature of family disputes, we adopt a client-centred approach that balances compassion with strategic advocacy. We actively encourage amicable settlements and mediation where possible, as these often preserve relationships, protect children, and reduce unnecessary financial and emotional strain. However, when settlement is not achievable, we represent our clients with firmness and precision in court, ensuring that their rights and interests are fully protected. Our goal is to help clients navigate family disputes with dignity, clarity, and a practical focus on securing fair and workable outcomes.