Lawyers near Guinea-Bissau (2026)
Find law firms near Guinea-Bissau: offices, websites and direct contacts.
No individual lawyer profile is listed in Guinea-Bissau yet, but 6 law firms in Guinea-Bissau are, including Equitas – Advocacia & Consultoria Jurídica and Amie Bensouda & Co LP. 6 firms list a phone number (see contact numbers). Each firm profile gives the office address, website and practice areas.
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Lawyers near Guinea-Bissau
Yves Constant AMANI | Legal Strategist, Business Advisor, and Expert in International & Investment Law
Capabilities/Areas:Practice: Foreign Direct Investment Law
Address: Matoto Municipality, P.O. Box: 4047 Conakry - Republic of Guinea
Address: Matoto Municipality, P.O. Box: 4047 Conakry - Republic of Guinea
State: Conakry
Country: Guinea
Lead Partner, Esher & Makarios
Capabilities/Areas:Practice: General Practice
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos, Nigeria
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos
State: Lagos
Country: Nigeria
Partner, Esher & Makarios
Capabilities/Areas:Practice: General Practice
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos, Nigeria
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos
State: Lagos
Country: Nigeria
Managing Partner, Esher & Makarios
Capabilities/Areas:Practice: General Practice
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos, Nigeria
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos.
State: Lagos
Country: Nigeria
Partner, Esher & Makarios
Capabilities/Areas:Practice: General Practice
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos, Nigeria
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos.
State: Lagos
Country: Nigeria
Partner, Esher & Makarios
Capabilities/Areas:Practice: General Practice
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos, Nigeria
Address: 7B, Iweanya Ugbogoh Crescent, Lekki 1, Lagos
State: Lagos
Country: Nigeria
Which other law firms are near Guinea-Bissau?
- Equitas – Advocacia & Consultoria JurídicaBissau, Guinea-Bissau39 km
- Amie Bensouda & Co LPThe Gambia186 km
- Torodo ChambersThe Gambia186 km
- Semega ChambersBanjul, The Gambia233 km
- Amie Bensouda & CoBanjul, The Gambia233 km
- Caju Cabinet de Conseil JuridiqueKaolack Region, Senegal291 km
- Nuit du Droit et de la Justice en AfriqueConakry Region, Guinea305 km
- Cabinet Sydram & Saliou Bah Avocats AssociésConakry Region, Guinea305 km
Contact numbers for lawyers near Guinea-Bissau
- Dr. Oladapo Olanipekun SANLekki, Nigeria02013428150
- Cidi AliyuLekki, Nigeria02013428150
- Winnifred Oyindamola OlanipekunLekki, Nigeria02013428150
- Dr. Ihuoma IlobinsoLekki, Nigeria02013428150
- Temitope Olanipekun-AdesinaLekki, Nigeria02013428150
- Equitas – Advocacia & Consultoria JurídicaBissau, Guinea-Bissau+245 966183974
As listed on each profile. Profiles compiled from public sources are unverified until the firm claims them; call to confirm before you rely on a number.
How do I choose a lawyer for a matter in Guinea-Bissau?
- Look for a firm that handles your kind of matter and works in the courts or offices that will deal with it, usually in Guinea-Bissau.
- Ask whether the lawyer will travel to Guinea-Bissau or work remotely, and how that changes the fee.
- Confirm the lawyer is admitted and in good standing with the bar or law society in Guinea-Bissau, and ask for a written fee estimate.
Questions about lawyers near Guinea-Bissau
What are the contact numbers of lawyers near Guinea-Bissau?
The firms nearest to Guinea-Bissau that list a phone number on their profile: Dr. Oladapo Olanipekun SAN (02013428150), Cidi Aliyu (02013428150), Winnifred Oyindamola Olanipekun (02013428150) and Dr. Ihuoma Ilobinso (02013428150).
Can a lawyer outside Guinea-Bissau take my matter?
Usually, yes. Many matters are handled by a firm in the nearest town or the regional capital. Ask whether the lawyer is licensed for the courts that will hear your case.
Hiring a lawyer in Guinea-Bissau
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Find Trusted Lawyers in Guinea-Bissau | Legal Services Across Africa
Finding qualified lawyers in Guinea-Bissau is important for navigating this small West African nation's legal system, based on Portuguese civil law. As an OHADA member state and one of the world's leading cashew-producing countries, Guinea-Bissau presents specific legal considerations. Law firms in Guinea-Bissau provide necessary legal guidance, and Global Law Lists helps you connect with verified legal services in Guinea-Bissau, part of our Africa legal directory.
Understanding Guinea-Bissau's Legal System
Guinea-Bissau's legal system is based on Portuguese civil law. The Constitution of 1984 (amended in 1991, 1993, and 1996) is the supreme law. Guinea-Bissau joined OHADA, adopting the harmonized commercial law framework. Customary law influences personal status and land disputes, particularly in rural areas.
Court Hierarchy and Judicial Structure
The judiciary includes: sector courts; regional courts; and the Supremo Tribunal de Justiça (Supreme Court of Justice). The OHADA CCJA handles final commercial appeals.
Bar Association and Regulatory Framework
The Ordem dos Advogados da Guiné-Bissau regulates the profession. Guinea-Bissau has a very small bar of approximately 50-100 registered lawyers, mostly in Bissau.
Fee Structures and Legal Costs
Among the region's lowest. Fees are negotiable given the small market. Written fee agreements recommended.
Can Foreign Lawyers Practice in Guinea-Bissau?
No. Must work with locally admitted counsel. Portuguese lawyers may find the process more accessible.
Key Practice Areas in Demand
OHADA commercial law; fisheries and maritime law; real estate and land law; agricultural law (cashew production); family law; criminal defense; tax law; labor law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lawyers in Guinea-Bissau
What types of lawyers are available?
OHADA commercial, fisheries, maritime, real estate, agricultural, family law, criminal defense, and tax.
Can foreign lawyers practice?
No. Portuguese lawyers may have easier access.
How do I verify credentials?
Contact the Ordem dos Advogados da Guiné-Bissau.
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