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ECM Advocates · Lusaka, Zambia

Considered counsel for Zambia’s most important decisions.

Ernest C. Mwansa & Advocates pairs deep local knowledge with a clear, commercial approach — guiding individuals, organisations and businesses, including top-tier international clients, through the matters that shape their future.

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2004Practising since
6Practice areas
38+Years lead counsel
100%Client focused

Who we are

A firm built on clarity, diligence and trust.

Our journey began as Mwansa, Phiri & Partners in 2004. The Firm has since evolved into Ernest C. Mwansa & Advocates, expanding our expertise and embracing innovation to meet the changing needs of our clients.

While our roots remain firmly grounded in excellence and integrity, we are forward-thinking and forward-looking, providing personalised, strategic and effective legal services to a diversified clientele from our offices in Northmead, Lusaka.

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What we do

Practice areas

Focused expertise across the areas of law that matter most to people, organisations and businesses in Zambia.

Corporate & Commercial Practice

Wide-ranging corporate and commercial experience, including company secretarial services and advice on corporate formation, regulation, governance and day-to-day business operations.

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Commercial Transactions & IP

Deal structuring, transactions and contracts that keep a business running — drafting and negotiating agreements, business structuring, project finance and general legal risk management.

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Mining, Energy & Environment

Comprehensive support across the mining, energy and environmental sectors — from prospecting, exploration and extraction to infrastructure development, compliance and sustainability.

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Constitutional & Public Law

Strategic advice and representation in matters involving government authorities, regulatory and administrative bodies, the rights of citizens and high-profile constitutional questions.

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Banking & Finance

Trusted by leading Zambian and international development banks — banking law, project and infrastructure finance, cross-border finance, syndicated lending, securitisation and debt advisory.

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Dispute & Alternative Dispute Resolution

Litigation and alternative dispute resolution across commercial transactions, labour, criminal, employment and land law, and other legal disciplines.

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How we work

Our approach to client care

  1. Initial contact

    When you first contact us, we seek a full understanding of your matter and your objectives, and give an early indication of the legal issues involved.

  2. Responsibility for your affairs

    Every client is assigned to a Partner who is primarily responsible for your dealings with the Firm, with additional lawyers assigned as the work requires.

  3. Reporting

    We keep you regularly informed of progress by telephone, email or letter, and share relevant correspondence so you are always involved.

  4. Client satisfaction

    Our Partners are always available to discuss our work and welcome your suggestions. A satisfied clientele is the best recommendation for our firm.

Our people

Meet the team behind ECM

Experienced partners and associates committed to your matter.

Managing & Senior Partner

Ernest Chitumwa Mwansa

Constitutional · Corporate · Litigation

Partner

Major Hanzala Jack Mwaaba (Rtd)

Property · Family · Criminal Law

Partner

Annette Mulimbika Chilongoshi

Banking · Project Finance · Mining

Associate

Kutemwa Zombe

Corporate · Litigation · Conveyancing

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Insights

Notes from our desk

Practical commentary on the legal questions our clients ask most.

Public decisions and your rights
Constitutional

Public decisions and your rights

When government or a regulator acts, citizens and organisations have remedies. A practical look at challenging public decisions in Zambia.

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Perfecting security: a lender's checklist
Banking

Perfecting security: a lender's checklist

How to make sure your loan documentation, charges and guarantees actually hold up when it matters most.

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Compliance in mining and energy projects
Mining

Compliance in mining and energy projects

From prospecting to production — the environmental and regulatory checkpoints every project should plan for.

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Have a matter you would like to discuss?

Tell us what you are facing and we will point you to the right person on our team. Initial enquiries are confidential and without obligation.

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