Opt-Law Advocates

Leading Corporate & Cross-Border Law Firm in Rwanda - Opt-Law Advocates

At Opt-Law Advocates, we provide forward-thinking legal solutions for a fast-moving world.

As one of the fastest-growing law firms in Rwanda and the East African region, we’re committed to helping local and international clients navigate today’s complex legal and business landscape. From Kigali to across East and Central Africa, our network of professionals delivers strategic, high-quality legal support that empowers businesses to grow confidently across borders.

Whether you’re entering the Rwandan market, expanding your operations across Africa, or dealing with regulatory and transactional challenges, our team is here to help.

We specialize in:

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) - including subsidiary setup, joint ventures, and cross-border structuring

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) - with deep expertise in both friendly and hostile transactions

Corporate & Commercial Law - supporting companies in sectors such as banking, manufacturing, energy, biotechnology, TMT, and more

Regulatory Advisory - helping clients stay compliant with trade, labor, fair competition, and sector-specific regulations

What sets us apart is our ability to tailor legal strategies to your unique business goals-backed by deep local insight and a regional outlook. From private equity deals to corporate governance and dispute resolution, we work as an extension of your team to find smart, practical solutions.

We don’t just understand the law-we understand business.

Founded in 2000

50 people in their team


Offices

Kigali, Rwanda

Practice areas
Intellectual Property
Real Estate
Employment & Labor
Insurance
Lawsuits & Disputes
Business
Media, Technology and Telecoms
Criminal Defense
Languages spoken
Kinyarwanda
French
Swahili
English
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