Merton & Everett LLP
Accra, Ghana
Merton & Everett LLP is a highly specialised boutique law firm providing expert legal solutions in banking and finance, regulatory compliance, corporate and transactional advisory, private equity, public finance, sovereign debt, legislative consulting, family law, dispute resolution, energy law, human rights litigation and policy development. Our practice is built on a deep understanding of the legal services industry in Ghana, offering tailored legal services that support Individuals, NGOs, Government, financial institutions, investors, lenders, and borrowers in achieving their strategic objectives. Our team of 15 lawyers which is supported by an administrative staff of 5 operations, partnerships and digital officers boasts exceptional training from renowned institutions such as Harvard Law School, Georgetown Law School, Cambridge University, and Oxford University, ensuring the highest calibre of legal services. Our lawyers are fluent in French, Russian, English and a host of Ghanaian languages. We also hold active professional practice licences and professional experiences in New York, Gambia, Sierra Leone, and Ghana.
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Practice areas
Our Corporate & Regulatory Compliance team offers comprehensive legal services to businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to multinational corporations while Our Dispute Resolution practice provides expert guidance on compliance with local, state, and federal resolution.
Merton & Everett LLP, a forward-thinking law firm dedicated to advancing social justice, providing pro bono assistance, and engaging in public interest litigation. Our firm was founded on the principles of equity, fairness, and a deep commitment to serving underserved communities. We believe that the law should be a tool for positive societal change, and we use our expertise to champion the rights of the marginalized and advocate for systemic reforms. Our team comprises dynamic and compassionate legal professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to every case we handle. With a diverse range of backgrounds in human rights, environmental law, civil rights, and more, we approach each challenge with creativity, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to justice. At Merton & Everett LLP, we are not just lawyers; we are allies, advocates, and relentless pursuers of a fairer world.
Our team provides insightful guidance on Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Transactional Law, and Policy Development & Legislative Consulting to help clients achieve lasting impact.
At Merton & Everett LLP, we provide a wide array of services designed to enhance legal knowledge and capacity across various sectors. Our Training and Capacity Building services are crafted to empower individuals, legal professionals, and organizations with the skills and understanding necessary to excel in the legal landscape. Explore our offerings to see how we can support your professional development and organizational growth.
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Our Partners and Associates
Oliver is a governance advisor with significant law and policy expertise in various African countries, in the United States and within the United Nation’s System. He has been frequently engaged to interface with private businesses, legislators, governmental ministries, agencies and departments in several countries, and in various capacities including in the law and policymaking process or to obtain regulatory or governmental approvals required for various international transactions. Oliver also has significant consulting experience with various international and multilateral institutions such as the World Bank, UNDP, DFID, OSIWA, ClientEarth etc.
Oliver has worked on complex corporate and commercial transactions (including, secured lending, corporate and project finance, blended finance, and debt and equity financings), particularly in the infrastructure and renewable energy space, (ii) advanced knowledge of insolvency laws and regulations and restructuring options, (iii) advice to clients on structuring, innovation and policy matters and (iv) demonstrated leadership role in non-project assignments and initiatives and legal subject matters.
Michelle Akuffo is an experienced lawyer who has worked as a legal practitioner in Ghana for over 10 years. She has excelled in an array of specialisations including corporate commercial law, human rights litigation
Michelle serves as managing partner at Merton and Everett LLP, responsible for overseeing the firm’s overall operations, strategy, human resources and financial performance, while also maintaining the legal practice. Combining her leadership, business management, and legal expertise, she has ensured the firm’s growth and sustainability.
Francis Ontonyin is a lawyer who is currently Of-Counsel Partner at Merton & Everett LLP. He brings an impressive breadth of legal expertise and academic excellence to the team, making him an invaluable addition to our firm.
He is currently a law lecturer at the University of Ghana School of Law, where he teaches corporate tax, constitutional law, and company law. He also serves as a Legal – Contracts & Compliance Specialist in Canada and an associate at Reindorf Chambers (DLA Piper Africa).