M and L Partners

M&L Partners is a premier Malawian law firm founded by Lusungu Mtonga and Martin Chagoma, with Alexander Chibayo as a key partner. With a reputation for excellence, integrity, and innovation, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including top corporate entities such as Mota Engil, Britam Insurance, Ethiopian Airlines, and British American Tobacco.

The firm is recognized for handling high-profile legal matters, setting legal precedents in commercial litigation, regulatory disputes, and corporate law. Notable victories include defending LLT in a 5-billion-kwacha tax reassessment by the Malawi Revenue Authority, overturning Malawi’s first sexual harassment ruling against Mota Engil, and securing Mwaiwathu Private Hospital’s business model against regulatory penalties.

M&L Partners has also established critical legal precedents, such as statutory immunity for road contractors and invalidation of compensation claims in railway construction cases. Their expertise extends to complex commercial litigation, competition law, tax disputes, and corporate advisory services.

With a client-focused approach, M&L Partners continues to shape Malawi’s legal landscape, delivering strategic, high-quality