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The Legal 500 Private Practice Arbitration Powerlist for Africa

Congratulations to our Dispute Resolution Lawyers that have been included in the Legal 500 Private Practice Arbitration Powerlist for Africa.

15 Feb 2023 1 min read Article

At a glance

  • Dispute Resolution Lawyers have been recognized in the Legal 500 Private Practice Arbitration Powerlist for Africa.
  • The Arbitration Powerlist showcases leading arbitration practitioners in Africa, reflecting the increasing use of international arbitration in the region.
  • The list was compiled based on extensive research, input from industry experts, and recognition of practitioners deemed as the gold standard by businesses.

 The Arbitration Powerlist: Africa 2023 showcases the leading arbitration practitioners working across Africa. This region has recently witnessed a significant increase in the use of international arbitration as a form of alternative dispute resolution and as a result of this, this edition looks to showcase the ever-growing strength of Africa’s community of arbitration counsel.

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