Adv. S.S Makando Chambers is a litigation-focused practice based in Windhoek, Namibia. Established in 2017 and led by an advocate admitted to the High and Supreme Courts of Namibia, the firm represents individuals, businesses, and public bodies in matters that require decisive courtroom strategy and precise legal drafting. The team handles cases across lower and superior courts and is equipped to pursue or defend urgent applications, trials, and appeals.

The firm’s work spans criminal defense, corporate and commercial mandates, labour disputes, and family matters, supported by capabilities in arbitration and mediation. Clients rely on the chambers for clear analysis, thorough preparation of pleadings and agreements, and practical risk management that aligns legal outcomes with commercial or personal objectives. The practice is known for disciplined case management and responsiveness throughout each stage of a matter.

Client service is anchored in careful intake, candid advice, and steady communication. Matters are scoped early, strategies are explained in plain language, and timelines are managed to keep clients informed and prepared. Whether negotiating settlements or advancing matters to trial, the firm maintains a results-minded approach while upholding professional ethics and confidentiality.

About Adv. SS Makando Chambers

Founded in 2017

8 people in their team


Practice areas
Criminal Defense
Corporate & Commercial
Lawsuits & Disputes
Employment & Labor
Family

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Criminal Defense

The chambers defends clients facing investigations and prosecutions in Magistrates and High Court matters, from first appearance through trial and, where necessary, appeal. The team evaluates the state’s evidence, files targeted interlocutory applications, negotiates charge reductions where appropriate, and prepares witnesses and experts to present a coherent defense case.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Corporate & Commercial

For companies and entrepreneurs, the firm drafts and reviews commercial agreements, structures transactions, and advises on regulatory compliance. It assists with shareholder issues, director duties, due diligence, and risk allocation in contracts, and represents clients in corporate disputes that call for urgent relief or settlement-driven negotiation.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Lawsuits & Disputes

The practice manages civil and commercial litigation end to end, including demand letters, pre-action strategy, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and enforcement. When speed or confidentiality is critical, the team pursues urgent applications and explores arbitration or mediation to achieve cost-effective outcomes.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Employment & Labor

The firm advises employers and employees on dismissals, disciplinary processes, employment contracts, restraints, workplace harassment, and wage or benefit claims. It prepares compliant workplace policies, represents parties in dispute resolution forums, and litigates unfair labour practice and contract disputes when settlement is not viable.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Family

The chambers assists with divorce, maintenance, custody, and protection orders. It prioritizes workable interim arrangements, drafts settlement agreements, and advocates in court where disputes persist, all while safeguarding children’s interests and the client’s immediate financial security.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

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