Goldman & Partners
Our Services
What We Offer
Core Practice Areas
Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Our adept litigation team provides robust representation in all tiers of the Malawian judiciary, including the Supreme Court of Appeal, High Court, and all Subordinate Courts. We are proficient in navigating complex civil and commercial disputes, constitutional matters, and administrative law challenges. Recognizing the benefits of efficient dispute resolution, we also specialize in Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms such as arbitration, mediation, and conciliation, aiming to achieve amicable and cost-effective settlements when appropriate, thereby minimizing protracted litigation and associated costs. Our capabilities extend to advising on international arbitration clauses and enforcement of foreign judgments/awards in Malawi.
Corporate Law
We offer comprehensive legal advisory services on all aspects of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital markets transactions, corporate restructuring, and comprehensive due diligence. Our expertise extends to advising on company formation and registration, drafting and negotiation of shareholder agreements, defining board responsibilities, and ensuring statutory compliance with all relevant corporate legislation and regulations, including advising on cross-border corporate transactions and foreign investment regulations.
Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Our adept litigation team provides robust representation in all tiers of the Malawian judiciary, including the Supreme Court of Appeal, High Court, and all Subordinate Courts. We are proficient in navigating complex civil and commercial disputes, constitutional matters, and administrative law challenges. Recognizing the benefits of efficient dispute resolution, we also specialize in Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms such as arbitration, mediation, and conciliation, aiming to achieve amicable and cost-effective settlements when appropriate, thereby minimizing protracted litigation and associated costs. Our capabilities extend to advising on international arbitration clauses and enforcement of foreign judgments/awards in Malawi.
Corporate Law
We offer comprehensive legal advisory services on all aspects of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital markets transactions, corporate restructuring, and comprehensive due diligence. Our expertise extends to advising on company formation and registration, drafting and negotiation of shareholder agreements, defining board responsibilities, and ensuring statutory compliance with all relevant corporate legislation and regulations, including advising on cross-border corporate transactions and foreign investment regulations.
Commercial Law
Our firm provides astute legal counsel on a wide range of commercial transactions. This includes meticulous contract drafting and negotiation, ensuring enforceability and protection of client interests, drafting and reviewing supply chain agreements, distribution agreements, joint venture agreements, and ensuring general commercial regulatory compliance. We assist businesses in structuring their commercial relationships effectively and securely, with a keen understanding of international trade terms (Incoterms) and applicable international commercial law principles.
Intellectual Property Law
Our firm is dedicated to safeguarding your intangible assets, which are crucial for driving innovation and securing a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving global economy. We provide comprehensive assistance with the registration and prosecution of various forms of intellectual property, including Trademarks, where we advise on brand protection, conduct availability searches, and manage applications with the Malawi Registrar General’s office and regional bodies like ARIPO under the Banjul Protocol. For Patents, we guide clients through the entire process for novel inventions, from drafting specifications to filing applications with the Malawi Registrar General’s office or ARIPO under the Harare Protocol, ensuring adherence to the Patents Act and international treaties like the PCT. Our services for Copyrights include assisting creators with registration and protection for literary, artistic, and musical works, navigating the Copyright Act and the Companies, Registrations, and Intellectual Properties Centre, to secure exclusive rights. We also facilitate the registration of Industrial Designs under the Registered Designs Act, protecting new aesthetic designs. Beyond registration, we offer robust Enforcement and Litigation services, representing clients in IP infringement matters like trademark counterfeiting and copyright piracy, pursuing remedies or defending against allegations in Malawian courts. Lastly, we provide strategic counsel on International IP Protection, leveraging Malawi’s adherence to global treaties such as the Berne Convention and Madrid Protocol to help clients secure and enforce their IP rights across multiple jurisdictions.
Labour Law
We provide comprehensive advisory and litigation services to both employers and employees, meticulously navigating Malawi’s intricate legislative framework. We focus on fostering harmonious industrial relations and ensuring strict compliance with statutes like the Employment Act (Cap. 55:02) and the Labour Relations Act. Our services span the entire employment lifecycle, from drafting and reviewing employment contracts and workplace policies to advising on lawful termination procedures, including redundancy processes and unfair dismissal claims. We represent clients in all labour disputes before the Labour Office, the Industrial Relations Court (IRC), and the High Court, actively engaging in mediation and arbitration for efficient resolutions. Furthermore, we provide crucial guidance on compliance with statutory requirements like working hours, leave entitlements, minimum wage, and occupational safety standards. For international clients, we also offer support with work permits and immigration clearances for expatriate employees.
Taxation Law
We provide specialized advice on all facets of taxation, encompassing corporate tax, income tax, value-added tax (VAT), customs duties, and international tax planning strategies. Our services include comprehensive tax advisory, compliance services, tax dispute resolution, and expert representation before tax authorities and specialized tribunals. We assist clients in optimizing their tax positions while ensuring full compliance with prevailing tax legislation, including advising on double taxation treaties and international tax implications for cross-border transactions.
Criminal Law
Our firm offers vigorous defence and, where appropriate, prosecution services in various criminal matters across all levels of the judiciary. We represent individuals and corporate entities in a wide range of criminal proceedings, providing strategic legal advice and unwavering advocacy from initial investigation through to trial and appeal, protecting our clients’ rights and interests. This includes advising on extradition matters and international criminal cooperation where relevant.
International Trade and Investment Law
Specialized Legal Services
Company Secretarial Services
Ensuring meticulous compliance with all corporate statutory requirements, including the maintenance of statutory registers, timely filing of annual returns, drafting and recording of board resolutions, and effective management of corporate governance frameworks to ensure regulatory adherence, for both local and foreign-registered entities operating in Malawi.
Immigration Law and Consulting Service
Providing comprehensive advisory and representation services on visa applications (including work permits, resident permits, and business permits), citizenship matters, and ensuring compliance with national immigration laws for both individual applicants and corporate entities seeking to establish or transfer personnel to or from Malawi.