Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES, headquartered at 81/71 Avenue Pumbu in Kinshasa's Gombe commune, has been a prominent legal institution in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for over a decade. The firm boasts a dynamic team of dedicated attorneys and mining agents committed to delivering comprehensive legal services across various domains. Their expertise encompasses business law, corporate and commercial law under the OHADA framework, mining law, and tax law, providing clients with tailored solutions to navigate the complex Congolese economic landscape.

In the realm of business law, the firm assists clients in establishing and expanding their operations within the DRC's intricate economic environment, offering representation across all judicial instances. Their proficiency in corporate and commercial law ensures clients receive strategic advice on selecting appropriate corporate structures aligned with their economic activities, in compliance with OHADA regulations. The firm's mining law specialists guide clients through the acquisition of mining rights, operational setup, exploration, exploitation, and financing avenues, including leveraging international financial markets. Additionally, their tax law services focus on timely compliance with tax obligations, safeguarding clients' reputations with public authorities.

Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES has earned the trust of a diverse clientele, including international corporations from the United States, Australia, Canada, and Switzerland, as well as Congolese companies with Chinese ownership. Notable clients include PANEX RESOURCES INC., BUREY GOLD Ltd, KILO GOLD MINES Ltd, and KEMPINSKI SA. The firm's active involvement in facilitating financing mechanisms with Chinese enterprises underscores its commitment to fostering economic development and modern infrastructure in the DRC. This dedication to professionalism and prompt service has solidified the firm's reputation as a reliable partner in the legal sector.

About Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2024


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Intellectual Property
Employment & Labor
Real Estate

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES offers comprehensive legal services in corporate and commercial law, assisting clients with business formation, contract negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Their expertise encompasses drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, advising on corporate governance, and facilitating complex transactions to support clients' business objectives.
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

Banking & Finance

Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES offers comprehensive legal services in the Banking & Finance sector, assisting clients with a range of financial transactions, including traditional bank lending, debt capital markets, acquisition finance, structured finance, and Islamic financing. The firm provides strategic advice on secured lending transactions, ensuring appropriate legal structures for collateralizing assets and delivering enforceable opinions on various lending scenarios. With a strong track record in project finance, the team advises sponsors, lenders, and borrowers on high-value projects across sectors such as energy, infrastructure, construction, and telecommunications. Their expertise extends to innovative solutions in Islamic finance, including sukuk issuances and Sharia-compliant lending structures like Mudarabah, Murabaha, and Ijara. Additionally, the firm offers guidance on debt restructuring and refinancing, as well as leveraged finance and syndicated loans, ensuring compliance with local regulations and effective risk management.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Intellectual Property

Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES provides comprehensive intellectual property services, assisting clients with the registration of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and related rights. The firm offers guidance on licensing agreements and represents clients in negotiations and disputes to protect their intellectual assets.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Employment & Labor

Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES offers comprehensive services in employment and labor law, assisting employers with administrative formalities related to recruitment, including establishment declarations and worker movement notifications to the Labor Inspectorate, as well as affiliation and registration with the National Social Security Fund (CNSS). The firm specializes in drafting and negotiating collective agreements, employment and apprenticeship contracts, internal company regulations, procedures for employing foreign workers, and handling dismissal processes and employer substitutions or transfers. Additionally, they represent clients in individual or collective labor disputes during conciliation phases before labor inspectors and labor courts.
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

Real Estate

Cabinet GLM & ASSOCIATES offers comprehensive legal services in real estate law, assisting clients with property transactions, lease agreements, and land use planning. Their attorneys provide guidance on regulatory compliance and dispute resolution, ensuring clients' real estate interests are protected and advanced.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Natural Resources
Conveyancing

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