Coghlan Welsh & Guest is one of Zimbabwe's oldest and most established law firms, operating under its present name since 1911 and maintaining its headquarters in Harare. The firm serves a broad client base that includes listed companies, financial institutions, banks, energy companies, insurance companies, government and quasi-government organizations, embassies, international businesses and private individuals.
The firm provides full-service legal support across corporate and commercial transactions, banking and financial services, mergers and acquisitions, natural resources, renewable energy, technology, insolvency, intellectual property, conveyancing, employment, dispute resolution, family law and criminal law. Its long-standing market presence, involvement in significant commercial matters and relationships with legal firms in the United States, the United Kingdom and the wider region support its ability to advise on domestic, regional and international legal issues.
Coghlan Welsh & Guest emphasizes confidentiality, professionalism, integrity, diligence and quality service. Its team-based working model combines the experience of partners, associates and support personnel to deliver commercially aware and client-focused advice. The firm seeks to understand each client's business or personal circumstances, identify and manage legal risks, and provide practical solutions aligned with the client's objectives.
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Practice areas
Coghlan Welsh & Guest advises companies, listed businesses, financial institutions, public bodies and international investors on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters. Its work includes general corporate advice, commercial agreements, mergers and acquisitions, corporate structuring, regulatory issues and transaction support, with an emphasis on helping clients manage risk and achieve their commercial objectives in Zimbabwe and across the region.
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
The firm advises commercial, merchant, developmental and central banks, lenders, borrowers and other financial services participants on banking and finance matters. Its services include financial transactions, securities, lending arrangements, regulatory issues and related commercial documentation, supported by experience acting for local, regional and international financial institutions.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management
Investment & Business Structuring
Cryptocurrency & Digital Assets
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Compliance
Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
Natural Resources
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Climate Change Law
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Energy Regulatory Law
Water Law
Mining Law
Advertising and Marketing
Biotechnology
Cyber Law, Data Privacy and Data Protection
Fintech
Information Technology
Media and Entertainment
Outsourcing
Technology Transactions
Telecommunications and Broadcast
Sports Law
E-commerce & Internet Law
Space Law
Data Center & Digital Infrastructure
AI Law & Regulation
Coghlan Welsh & Guest advises employers and employees on employment and labour law issues, including employment agreements, workplace policies, labour relations, disciplinary matters, termination issues and compliance with Zimbabwean employment legislation. The firm also provides guidance on disputes and regulatory developments affecting the employment relationship.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation
Non-Compete & NDA Agreements
Independent Contractor & Misclassification
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