Franklyn & Partners

The Land, Property, and Real Estate industry in Ghana has witnessed remarkable growth, driven by the booming real estate market and rapid urbanization. This expansion has led to increasingly complex transactions that demand thorough legal analysis and meticulous due diligence.

At FRANKLYN & PARTNERS, we recognize the importance of the pre-contract phase in any transaction. Our experienced lawyers deliver exceptional value during this critical period, utilizing their expertise to minimize transaction costs while maintaining the highest standards of service.

Our Services

We offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to the Land, Property, and Real Estate industry:

• Land Acquisition and Property Purchase: We guide clients through the acquisition process, ensuring a smooth and legally sound transaction.
• Property Registration and Land Title Perfection: We assist in registering properties and perfecting land titles to establish clear ownership.
• Legal Due Diligence: Our team conducts thorough title searches at the Lands Commission, Land Title Registry, Collateral Registry, and Registrar General’s Department to confirm clients' interests in both immovable and movable property, and to uncover any conflicting claims.
• Security Instruments and Charges: We create and manage legal documents to secure interests in property transactions.
• Joint Ventures and Property Conveyancing: We facilitate joint ventures and handle the legalities of property transfer.
• Property Development and Acquisition Advisory: We offer strategic advice on property development and acquisitions.
• Real Estate Transactions: Our services encompass the acquisition of land, residential, and commercial properties, as well as the drafting and review of deeds of assignment, leases, tenancy agreements, and eviction processes.
• Litigation: We represent clients in property-related disputes, ensuring their interests are protected.

Specialized Services

Our practice area also includes specialized services such as:

• Use of Letters of Administration and Probate: We assist in managing estates and transferring property through probate and administration processes.
• Property Transfer: We facilitate the transfer of property, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

Our Clients

Our clients in the Land, Property, and Real Estate sector include real estate developers and individuals seeking to purchase or develop land. Whether you're a developer or an individual, our team is dedicated to providing you with expert legal support and guidance throughout your real estate journey.

We are committed to excellence in the Land, Property, and Real Estate industry, delivering comprehensive legal solutions that meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

Navigating Ghanaian legal and regulatory requirements for expatriate employees and managing employee relations can be complex. At FRANKLYN & PARTNERS, our immigration and labor lawyers provide practical solutions tailored to your company's needs. We serve clients across various industries, including banking, oil and gas, construction, telecommunications, manufacturing, FMCG, and non-profits, offering expert advice on labor law, dispute resolution, tax, and immigration matters.

Our Services

Our comprehensive services in Employment & Labor law include:

• Labor Law Advice: We offer guidance on Ghanaian labor laws, helping employers understand and comply with regulations that protect employee rights. This includes advice on high-level management and workforce terminations, contract negotiation and review, employee share schemes, secondment arrangements, wages, outsourcing, pensions, tax liabilities, independent contractors, and health and safety compliance.
• Dispute Resolution: Our team is skilled in resolving labor disputes, including cases of unfair labor practices, termination, constructive dismissal, and other violations. We provide strategic advice to navigate these challenges successfully.
• Employment Agreements: We draft comprehensive agreements that safeguard the interests of both employers and employees, ensuring clear terms and conditions in employment relationships.
• Immigration Services: Our immigration lawyers assist with all aspects of expatriate employment, including work permits, residency permits, and compliance with immigration laws.
• Tax Advice: We provide specialized tax advice for foreign workers in Ghana, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and optimizing tax liabilities.

Industry Expertise

Our clients come from diverse industries, such as:

• Banking
• Oil and Gas
• Construction
• Telecommunications
• Manufacturing
• Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
• Non-profits

Each industry faces unique challenges, and our experienced lawyers offer tailored solutions to address specific needs and ensure compliance with Ghanaian laws.

Our Approach

Employment and labor relations in Ghana are governed by a legal framework that grants significant rights to employees. Employers may face lawsuits for various issues, including unfair labor practices and wrongful termination. At FRANKLYN & PARTNERS, we provide dependable and practical advice that helps clients navigate these legal complexities. Our goal is to protect your interests while fostering positive employment relationships.

Why Choose Us?

• Expertise: Our team has extensive experience in labor law, dispute resolution, tax, and immigration matters.
• Tailored Solutions: We understand the specific needs of different industries and provide customized advice and solutions.
• Comprehensive Services: From drafting employment agreements to resolving disputes and providing tax and immigration advice, we offer a full spectrum of services.

We are dedicated to supporting your company in managing its workforce effectively and in compliance with Ghanaian laws. Our expert legal team is here to provide the guidance and solutions you need for successful employment and labor relations.

At FRANKLYN & PARTNERS, we specialize in helping clients establish and protect their intellectual property (IP) rights in Ghana and across Africa. Led by Kwame Nyampong Esq., our experienced team offers a comprehensive suite of services to address a wide range of IP matters, ensuring our clients' innovations and creations are safeguarded in the global marketplace.

Our Services

Our Intellectual Property practice encompasses a variety of services, including:

• Trademark and Copyright Protection: We assist clients in securing and enforcing their trademarks and copyrights, providing comprehensive support from filing applications to managing disputes.
• Patent Applications: Our team handles the intricacies of patent applications, helping clients protect their inventions and innovations.
• Licensing and Technology Agreements: We draft, review, and negotiate licensing and technology agreements to facilitate the commercialization and transfer of IP assets.
• Opposition Proceedings: We represent clients in opposition proceedings, defending their IP rights against challenges.
• Legal Document Drafting and Review: We prepare and review legal documents related to IP rights, ensuring clarity and compliance with applicable laws.
• Trademark Searches and Investigations: We conduct thorough searches to verify trademark availability and investigate ownership of IP rights.
• Trade and Software Secrets Protection: We help clients protect their trade secrets and software, maintaining the confidentiality and competitive edge of their proprietary information.
• Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Our team represents clients in IP litigation and dispute resolution, defending their rights in court and through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Specialized Services

In addition to our core services, we offer specialized support in:

• Domain Name Registration: We assist clients in securing domain names that align with their brand identity.
• IP Asset Management: We help clients manage their IP portfolios, including registration, licensing, franchising, and transferring technology agreements.

Our Approach

At FRANKLYN & PARTNERS, our goal is to provide unparalleled expertise and comprehensive services to ensure that our clients' intellectual property rights are protected. We work closely with clients to develop strategies that maximize the value of their IP assets and support their success in the global marketplace.

Why Choose Us?

• Expert Leadership: Led by Kwame Nyampong Esq., our team possesses deep knowledge and experience in IP law.
• Comprehensive Services: From trademark applications to IP litigation, we offer a full spectrum of services to meet all your intellectual property needs.
• Global Perspective: We understand the importance of protecting IP rights not just locally but also on a global scale, ensuring our clients' innovations are safeguarded worldwide.

We are dedicated to helping you develop, process, and protect your intellectual property, providing the expertise and support you need to thrive in today's competitive market.

Our M&A lawyers offer comprehensive representation, advice, and support throughout the entire mergers and acquisitions process. From initial transaction structuring to execution and completion, we provide end-to-end services to ensure successful outcomes. With extensive experience in equity and asset purchases, mergers, business combinations, divestments, corporate and external restructurings, schemes of arrangement, tender offers, and mandatory takeover bids, our top-tier M&A practice is highly regarded both in Ghana and internationally.

Our Services

Our M&A practice covers a wide range of services, including:

• Transaction Structuring: We assist clients in structuring transactions to meet their strategic objectives and comply with legal requirements.
• Equity and Asset Purchases: We handle the acquisition of equity interests and assets, ensuring thorough due diligence and seamless execution.
• Mergers and Business Combinations: Our team facilitates mergers and business combinations, managing the legal complexities and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Divestments: We support clients in divesting business units or assets, maximizing value and ensuring smooth transitions.
• Corporate and External Restructurings: We guide clients through restructuring processes, optimizing organizational efficiency and compliance.
• Schemes of Arrangement: We design and implement schemes of arrangement to reorganize company structures and ownership.
• Tender Offers and Mandatory Takeover Bids: We manage tender offers and mandatory takeover bids, navigating regulatory approvals and stakeholder negotiations.

Industry Expertise

• Banking
• Energy and Natural Resources
• Insurance
• Telecommunications
• Aviation
• Oil and Gas
• Power
• Mining
• Pharmaceuticals
• Technology
• Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
• Agriculture

We represent both buyers and sellers, providing valuable insights into regulatory and corporate governance aspects of M&A transactions. Our expertise allows us to negotiate complex deal points and deliver successful outcomes in high-pressure situations.

Notable Achievements

Our transaction portfolio includes innovative and award-winning deals, demonstrating our unparalleled expertise in M&A law and competition/antitrust law. Clients choose us for our client-focused approach, the high quality of our work, and our in-depth understanding of Ghanaian law.

Why Choose Us?

• Comprehensive Representation: We provide end-to-end support throughout the M&A process, from structuring to completion.
• Industry Expertise: Our experience spans a wide range of industries, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions.
• Regulatory Insight: We offer valuable insights into regulatory and corporate governance aspects, crucial for board directors and executive management teams.
• Domestic and Cross-Border Transactions: We handle both domestic and international M&A transactions with ease, ensuring compliance and successful outcomes.

We are committed to delivering exceptional service and expertise in M&A transactions. Our client-focused approach and in-depth legal knowledge ensure that our clients achieve their strategic objectives and navigate the complexities of the M&A landscape with confidence.

We pride ourselves on our team of exceptional dispute resolution lawyers who are dedicated to providing tailored and strategic approaches to litigation. We understand that each client and case is unique, and we take the time to understand our clients’ needs and goals to deliver the best possible outcomes.

Our Services

Our dispute resolution practice offers a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Litigation: We represent clients in Ghanaian courts, handling high-value and complex litigation involving commercial transactions, corporate affairs, oil and gas, banking, finance, intellectual property, construction, labor, trade, insolvency, shipping, real estate, and various other areas of Ghanaian law.
• Arbitration: Our experienced arbitrators are skilled in resolving disputes through arbitration, providing an efficient and binding resolution process.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): We offer ADR services, including mediation and negotiation, to help clients reach amicable agreements while protecting their best interests.
• Problem-Solving and Risk Management: Our expertise lies in identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring that our clients are well-positioned to handle potential legal challenges.

Our Approach

We take a client-focused approach to dispute resolution, emphasizing:

• Understanding Client Needs: We take the time to understand the specific needs and goals of each client, allowing us to develop tailored strategies that address their unique circumstances.
• Strategic Litigation: Our litigators are known for their strategic thinking and ability to navigate the complexities of the Ghanaian legal system.
• Landmark Rulings: Our elite litigation team has secured numerous landmark rulings in Ghanaian courts, demonstrating our capability to achieve significant legal victories.
• Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness: We are committed to providing effective and efficient dispute resolution services, focusing on minimizing risks and costs for our clients.

Areas of Expertise

Our typical caseload includes disputes in various sectors, such as:

• Commercial Transactions
• Corporate Affairs
• Oil and Gas
• Banking and Finance
• Intellectual Property
• Construction
• Labor
• Trade
• Insolvency
• Shipping
• Real Estate

Our deep understanding of Ghanaian law and our extensive experience across these sectors enables us to handle the most multifaceted and challenging disputes.

Why Choose Us?

• Tailored Strategies: We develop customized approaches to each case, ensuring that our clients’ specific needs and goals are met.
• Experienced Litigators: Our team comprises skilled litigators with a proven track record of success in Ghanaian courts and arbitration.
• Client-Centered Focus: We prioritize our clients’ best interests, striving to achieve the best possible outcomes while maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Proven Results: Our history of landmark rulings and successful dispute resolutions speaks to our expertise and commitment to excellence.

At FRANKLYN & PARTNERS, we are dedicated to providing exceptional dispute resolution services. Our strategic, client-focused approach ensures that our clients receive the best possible representation and achieve their desired outcomes in any legal dispute.

Our legal team possesses extensive experience in credit management, recognizing that effective management is just as crucial as obtaining credit. We understand that credits are valuable assets as long as they are recoverable, and our goal is to assist our clients in recovering their credits and managing their debt effectively.

Our Services

Our Bankruptcy & Debt practice offers a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Credit Recovery: We assist clients in recovering their credits by communicating with defaulters and taking appropriate measures to ensure repayment.
• Legal Action: If defaults persist, we initiate legal action against defaulters through lawsuits, striving to recover our clients’ assets.
• Debt Management: We provide strategic advice on managing credit and debt, helping clients maintain financial stability.
• Bankruptcy Proceedings: We represent clients in bankruptcy proceedings, offering guidance through the complex legal processes involved in insolvency and liquidation.
• Restructuring and Reorganization: Our team assists clients in restructuring and reorganizing their debt, creating viable plans to manage financial challenges and achieve stability.

Our Approach

We take a client-focused approach to credit and debt management, emphasizing:

• Effective Communication: We prioritize open and effective communication with defaulters to recover credits without escalating to legal action whenever possible.
• Strategic Legal Action: When necessary, we pursue strategic legal action to recover assets, leveraging our extensive experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
• Customized Solutions: We develop tailored strategies to address each client’s unique financial situation, ensuring effective debt management and recovery.
• Risk Mitigation: Our expertise in credit management helps clients mitigate risks associated with defaults and insolvency, protecting their financial interests.

Areas of Expertise

Our expertise in Bankruptcy & Debt spans various sectors, including:

• Corporate Debt Recovery
• Personal Debt Management
• Financial Restructuring
• Insolvency and Liquidation
• Credit Risk Management

Why Choose Us?

• Extensive Experience: Our team has extensive experience in credit management and debt recovery, ensuring effective solutions for our clients.
• Client-Centered Focus: We prioritize our client’s financial well-being, offering customized strategies to manage credit and debt.
• Proven Results: Our track record of successful credit recovery and effective debt management speaks to our commitment to excellence.
• Comprehensive Services: From credit recovery to bankruptcy proceedings, we provide a full spectrum of services to meet all your debt management needs.

We are dedicated to helping our clients recover their assets and manage their credit effectively. Our strategic, client-focused approach ensures that our clients receive the best possible representation and achieve financial stability in the face of credit and debt challenges.

We are dedicated to pursuing what’s right, not just what’s conventional. We understand that our clients share this sentiment, especially when it comes to navigating Ghana’s complex immigration system. Our goal is to provide legal services that facilitate legal immigration despite the challenges.

Our Services

Our Immigration practice offers a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Business Visas: We assist multinational corporations in obtaining temporary business visas and multiple entry visas for their expatriate employees.
• Residence Permits: Our team handles residence permit applications, ensuring compliance with local requirements and smooth processing.
• Permanent Residence: We guide clients through the process of obtaining permanent residence in Ghana, providing expert advice and support.
• Work Permits: We manage work permit applications for expatriate employees, ensuring all necessary documentation and approvals are in place.
• GIPC Compliance: We provide advice on immigration quotas established by the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) and assist with GIPC registration.
• Emergency Entry Visas: We offer support for obtaining emergency entry visas, ensuring timely entry for urgent business needs.
• Dual Citizenship and Naturalization: We assist clients with dual citizenship applications, naturalization, and registration for citizenship in Ghana.

Our Approach

We take a client-focused approach to immigration, emphasizing:

• Navigating Complex Systems: We understand the intricacies of Ghana’s immigration system and provide strategic advice to help clients navigate these complexities effectively.
• Tailored Solutions: We develop customized immigration strategies that address the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance and successful outcomes.
• Local Compliance: Our team ensures that clients meet all local compliance requirements, minimizing risks and avoiding potential legal issues.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced immigration lawyers provide expert guidance throughout the immigration process, from initial application to final approval.

Why Choose Us?

• Commitment to Excellence: We are committed to pursuing what’s right, and providing high-quality legal services that go beyond conventional solutions.
• Extensive Experience: Our team has extensive experience in immigration law, ensuring effective support for multinational corporations and their expatriate employees.
• Client-Centered Focus: We prioritize our clients’ needs and goals, offering tailored solutions and expert advice.
• Comprehensive Services: From business visas to permanent residence applications, we provide a full spectrum of immigration services to meet all your needs.

We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their immigration goals. Our strategic, client-focused approach ensures that our clients receive the best possible representation and support throughout the immigration process.