Cape Town, 16 August 2024—Today, ITLawCo, a leading global advisory company specialising in IT law, IT and public policy, announced its strategic expansion into the West African market through a partnership with OAKS Legal, a prominent commercial and TMT law firm based in Ghana.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in ITLawCo’s growth strategy. The company is broadening its reach and capabilities to serve clients in this dynamic and rapidly developing region.
About OAKS Legal
OAKS Legal is renowned for its expertise in technology, media, and telecommunications law. The firm brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape in West Africa.
This partnership enables ITLawCo to leverage OAKS Legal’s insights and local presence to deliver comprehensive, tailored legal solutions to businesses operating in the region.
The firm’s track record includes:
- advising Vodacom (South Africa) on Ghana’s regulatory framework for the telecommunications industry.
- QA consulting for Tony Blair’s DigSmart Programme in Ghana.
- Advising the Ghanaian Ministry of Finance on the successful 2019 to 2021 USD 3 billion Government of Ghana (GOG) Sovereign Bond.
Benefits to clients
The partnership offers a range of benefits to clients, including:
- Expanded geographical reach: ITLawCo now offers its world-class legal services to clients in West Africa, helping them navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges.
- Enhanced expertise: The collaboration combines ITLawCo’s global expertise with OAKS Legal’s deep local knowledge, ensuring clients receive the highest quality legal advice.
- Comprehensive solutions: Together, the firms will provide a full range of legal services, including commercial contracts, data protection, intellectual property, and technology transactions.
- Commitment to client success: Both firms share a dedication to providing exceptional client service and achieving successful outcomes.
Leadership commentary
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with OAKS Legal”, said Nathan-Ross Adams, Managing Director at ITLawCo. “This collaboration represents a significant step forward in our commitment to providing world-class legal services to clients in the dynamic West African market. We look forward to working with OAKS Legal to help our clients achieve their business goals in the region.”
Major Selasie Atuwo (Rtd), Managing Partner at OAKS Legal added they are excited to partner with ITLawCo. He believes this collaboration will enable the partners to offer their clients an even wider range of legal services and expertise.
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