On 19 March, at a cross-practice seminar in London attended by over 150 delegates from a range of industries and sectors, Herbert Smith Freehills launched its groundbreaking guide to dispute resolution in all 54 of Africa's diverse jurisdictions. In producing this guide, we have drawn on the combined knowledge and experience of lawyers from our leading Africa practice in both our London and Paris offices, as well as qualified and experienced local counsel in each of the jurisdictions covered.
Whether you want to know the basics of the legal system, details on litigation and arbitration procedures, if Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is embraced in a particular country, or what the applicable limitation periods or privilege rules are, this publication will help you. It is a first port of call, not just for those facing international disputes, but anyone who is considering investing in unfamiliar territory who would like a better understanding of the legal system of that country.
The guide has been published ahead of the planned launch of our office in Conakry, Guinea, which will be the firm's first on-the-ground presence on the continent. To access an extract of the guide please click here. If you would like to request a copy please email africadisputes@hsf.com.
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