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Comprehensive legal services across every area of Zambian law — delivered with precision, integrity, and a genuine commitment to your outcome.
Serving individuals, businesses, institutions, and international clients throughout Zambia
Practice Areas
Mesdames Jane Jere Legal Practitioners provides legal services across virtually every area of Zambian law. Whatever your legal need — personal, commercial, or regulatory — our practitioners have the expertise to assist. Browse our full range of practice areas below, or contact us directly if you are unsure which service applies to your situation.
Administrative Law
Government bodies and public authorities in Zambia must exercise their powers lawfully, reasonably, and fairly. We advise individuals, businesses, and organisations affected by administrative decisions, and represent clients in judicial review proceedings before the High Court where a public authority has acted unlawfully, irrationally, or in breach of proper procedure.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Not every dispute needs to be resolved in a courtroom. We advise clients on the full range of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms available under Zambian law — including arbitration, mediation, conciliation, and negotiated settlement — helping you choose the pathway that achieves resolution most efficiently, cost-effectively, and with the least disruption to your relationships or operations.
Arbitration
Arbitration offers a private, binding, and often faster alternative to litigation, particularly for commercial and international disputes. We represent clients in domestic and international arbitration proceedings under the Zambian Arbitration Act, draft and review arbitration clauses in commercial contracts, and act in the enforcement of arbitral awards before the Zambian courts.
Banking & Finance
The financial sector in Zambia operates within a complex and evolving regulatory framework. Our banking and finance team advises financial institutions, lenders, borrowers, and investors on loan facility structuring, security arrangements, trade finance, Bank of Zambia licensing, syndicated lending, and loan restructuring and workouts.
Civil Litigation
When disputes arise — between individuals, businesses, or institutions — resolving them efficiently and effectively is paramount. Our litigation team represents clients at every level of the Zambian court system, from the Magistrates Court to the Supreme Court, in contract disputes, debt recovery, professional negligence claims, property disputes, and tortious claims.
Company Secretarial Services
Every company in Zambia carries ongoing statutory and governance obligations. We provide company secretarial services including maintenance of statutory registers, preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, filing of annual returns with PACRA, and management of share allotments and transfers — keeping your company fully compliant year-round.
Competition Law
Businesses engaged in mergers, acquisitions, or commercial conduct that may raise competition concerns must comply with the Competition and Consumer Protection Act. We advise on merger notifications to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, competition compliance programmes, and representation in CCPC investigations.
Constitutional Law
The Constitution of Zambia is the supreme law of the land, guaranteeing fundamental rights enforceable before the Constitutional Court. We advise individuals, organisations, and businesses on constitutional rights disputes, challenges to legislation or regulatory instruments, and representation in constitutional litigation.
Construction Law
Construction projects involve complex contractual relationships between employers, contractors, subcontractors, and consultants. We advise on drafting and negotiating construction and engineering contracts, payment and variation disputes, defects and delay claims, and resolution of construction disputes through negotiation, adjudication, arbitration, or litigation.
Contract Law
A well-drafted contract is your first line of legal protection in any transaction or relationship. We draft, review, and negotiate commercial and personal contracts of every kind, advise on contractual rights and obligations, and represent clients in breach of contract disputes.
Corporate & Commercial Law
Our corporate and commercial law practice serves businesses at every stage of their lifecycle — from incorporation through to complex transactions and strategic restructuring. We assist with company registration with PACRA, corporate governance, shareholder agreements, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial contracts.
Criminal Law
Every person accused of a criminal offence deserves skilled, fearless, and principled legal representation. Our criminal defence practitioners appear at all levels of the Zambian criminal justice system, advising clients on their rights from the moment of arrest through to trial, sentencing, and appeal.
Debt Recovery
Unpaid debts represent a significant commercial risk to any business. We assist creditors with formal demand letters, court proceedings for debt recovery, judgment enforcement and garnishee proceedings, and attachment and sale of assets — pursuing recovery efficiently while preserving commercial relationships wherever possible.
Employment & Labour Law
We advise both employers and employees across Zambia on the full spectrum of employment law — drafting compliant employment contracts and HR policies, managing retrenchment processes under the Employment Code Act, and representing clients in unfair dismissal claims before the Industrial Relations Court.
Energy Law
Zambia's energy sector is undergoing significant development, attracting both public and private investment. We advise on power purchase agreements and offtake arrangements, renewable energy project structuring, energy regulatory compliance, and grid connection and transmission agreements.
Environmental Law
Environmental compliance is an increasingly important consideration for businesses operating in Zambia, particularly in the extractive, energy, construction, and manufacturing sectors. We advise on environmental impact assessments, compliance with environmental legislation, and representation in environmental disputes.
Estate Planning
Planning for the future is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family and your legacy. We advise on the preparation of legally valid wills, the structuring of estate plans that genuinely reflect your wishes, and strategies for the orderly transfer of assets to the next generation.
Family Law
Matters of family law are among the most personal and emotionally charged legal issues anyone can face. We advise and represent clients in divorce and legal separation, child custody and maintenance, division of matrimonial property, adoption proceedings, and paternity matters — always with sensitivity and legal precision.
Human Rights
Zambia's Constitution guarantees a comprehensive set of fundamental rights and freedoms. We advise and represent individuals and organisations in human rights matters, including violations of constitutional rights, discrimination claims, and representation before the Constitutional Court and other appropriate forums.
Immigration Law
Navigating Zambia's immigration framework requires precise legal knowledge and careful attention to regulatory deadlines. We advise individuals, families, and corporate clients on work permits, investor permits, residence permits, citizenship applications, and immigration compliance for employers.
Insolvency & Restructuring
Financial distress requires prompt, strategic legal advice. We advise directors, creditors, and businesses on insolvency options including voluntary arrangements, directors' duties during insolvency, winding-up proceedings, and corporate restructurings designed to preserve value and protect stakeholders.
Insurance Law
The insurance sector presents distinct legal challenges for insurers, brokers, and policyholders alike. We advise on policy interpretation and coverage disputes, insurance claims handling, subrogation, insurance regulatory compliance, and professional indemnity disputes.
Intellectual Property
Your intellectual property — your brand, your innovations, and your creative work — is among your most valuable commercial assets. We advise on trademark, patent, industrial design, and copyright registration and protection, IP licensing agreements, and infringement disputes and enforcement.
International Business Transactions
Cross-border transactions require legal advisers who understand both local law and international commercial practice. We advise international and domestic clients on cross-border contracts, international trade arrangements, foreign investment structuring, and the Zambian legal dimensions of multi-jurisdictional transactions.
Investment Advisory
Foreign and domestic investors require clear, commercially grounded legal guidance to navigate Zambia's investment landscape. We advise on investment licensing through the Zambia Development Agency, sector-specific regulatory requirements, and investment structuring.
Mediation
Mediation offers a confidential, voluntary, and often faster route to resolving disputes than litigation, with outcomes shaped by the parties rather than imposed by a court. We represent clients in mediation proceedings and provide skilled mediation advocacy designed to achieve practical, durable settlements.
Mining Law
Zambia's mining sector is a cornerstone of the national economy, governed by a detailed regulatory framework. We advise on mining licence and permit applications under the Mines and Minerals Development Act, mining development agreements and joint ventures, and mining-related environmental compliance.
Negotiation
Many legal matters are resolved most effectively through skilled negotiation rather than formal proceedings. Our practitioners represent clients in commercial negotiations, settlement discussions, and contractual negotiations of every kind — pursuing outcomes that protect your interests while preserving relationships.
NGO & Non-Profit Advisory
Non-governmental and non-profit organisations operate within a distinct legal and regulatory environment. We advise on registration and licensing under the NGO Act, governance structures, employment matters, regulatory compliance, and contract management.
Probate & Administration of Estates
Following the death of a loved one, the formal administration of their estate involves strict procedural and documentation requirements. We assist executors and administrators with applications for grant of probate or letters of administration before the High Court, and provide full estate administration services through to final distribution.
Property & Conveyancing
Property transactions in Zambia involve significant legal processes that require the involvement of a qualified legal practitioner. We advise buyers, sellers, developers, landlords, and tenants on property acquisition, sale agreements, transfer of title, and lease negotiations.
Public Procurement
Businesses tendering for government contracts must comply with the procedural requirements of the Public Procurement Act. We advise on tender compliance, review of procurement contract terms, and representation in procurement disputes, including challenges where procurement processes have been conducted unlawfully.
Tax Law
Zambia's tax framework governs income tax, corporate tax, value added tax, withholding tax, and a range of sector-specific levies, administered by the Zambia Revenue Authority. We advise individuals and businesses on tax compliance, represent clients in tax audits and disputes, and advise on tax-efficient structuring of transactions.
Let us help you.
Whatever legal challenge you are facing — personal, commercial, or regulatory — the qualified practitioners at Mesdames Jane Jere Legal Practitioners are ready to listen, advise, and act decisively on your behalf.
We offer a free initial case evaluation so that you can speak with a legal practitioner about your matter before committing to any engagement. There is no obligation. There are no hidden fees. Just clear, honest legal advice from a team that is genuinely invested in your outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand that seeking legal advice can feel uncertain, particularly if you have not engaged a law firm before. The questions below address what prospective clients ask most often before instructing our firm. If your question is not answered here, please contact us directly — we welcome every enquiry.
We Provide the Right Legal Solutions for Every Client
Legal challenges — whether personal, commercial, or regulatory — can be complex, consequential, and stressful. The difference between a good outcome and a poor one often comes down to the quality and commitment of your legal team.
At Mesdames Jane Jere Legal Practitioners, we take a comprehensive and deeply client-focused approach to every matter we handle. We do not apply generic strategies or standard templates. We invest the time to understand your specific circumstances, objectives, and constraints — and we build solutions that are genuinely tailored to your situation.
Our practitioners bring expertise across virtually every practice area in Zambian law, enabling us to address multi-dimensional legal matters without referring clients elsewhere. From the moment you first contact us to the resolution of your matter, you will have direct access to a legal team that is fully invested in your outcome.
One Firm, Every Matter
Most clients face more than one legal issue over time — a property purchase that later involves a family matter, a business dispute that touches on employment law. Because our practitioners cover virtually every area of Zambian law, you never need to be referred elsewhere. One trusted relationship, however your needs evolve.
Transparent From the Start
You will receive a clear fee estimate before any work begins, and regular updates throughout your matter. We believe financial uncertainty has no place in a client relationship built on trust — you will always know where your matter stands and what it is likely to cost.
Strategic, Not Just Technical
Sound legal advice is only useful if it is also practical. Our practitioners combine deep technical expertise with genuine commercial and personal awareness, helping you understand not just what the law says, but what your realistic options are and which path best serves your actual goals.
Responsive When It Matters
Legal matters do not always arrive on a convenient schedule. Whether you are facing a court deadline, a regulatory requirement, or an urgent personal situation, our team is structured to respond promptly and give your matter the attention its urgency demands.
No Matter Who You Are, We Have the Legal Expertise You Need
Our clients are as diverse as the legal matters we handle. From individuals navigating deeply personal challenges to entrepreneurs building businesses and established professional firms seeking specialist legal support — every client receives the same standard of excellence, integrity, and genuine commitment to their outcome.
Private Clients
Whether you are navigating a divorce, purchasing property, planning your estate, pursuing a personal injury claim, or facing a criminal charge, Mesdames Jane Jere Legal Practitioners provides the legal representation you need — explained clearly, delivered professionally, and always in your best interest.
We understand that personal legal matters can be stressful and uncertain. Our practitioners take the time to listen carefully, explain your legal position in plain language, and guide you through every step of the process with both competence and care.
Jane Mbulo Jere, Founder
Enterpreneurs
Building a business in Zambia involves navigating a complex legal landscape — from company registration and commercial contracts to regulatory compliance, employment law, intellectual property protection, and dispute resolution. Mesdames Jane Jere Legal Practitioners is the legal partner that growing businesses need.
We advise entrepreneurs at every stage — from initial incorporation through to commercial scale, funding arrangements, and eventual exit or succession — providing practical legal solutions that support growth without slowing momentum.
Jane Mbulo Jere, Founder
Professional Firms
Law firms, accounting practices, financial institutions, and other professional service organisations operate in a highly regulated environment with distinct legal exposures. We advise professional firms on regulatory compliance, professional indemnity matters, employment law, partnership and shareholder disputes, and the full range of commercial legal issues that arise in professional practice.
Our team understands the reputational sensitivity of professional firm matters and approaches every engagement with the discretion and precision that professional clients expect and deserve.
Jane Mbulo Jere, Founder
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Office
Plot 10, Makeni Road, Near Makeni School of nursing
Makeni, Lusaka
Contact
info@jereadvocates.com
Open Hours
Monday-Friday 8 am - 5pm