About Us

Leading Africa's Legal Profession

Let LEX Africa be your gateway to legal services and leading law firms in Africa. LEX Africa has a track record of over  30 years in assisting and advising our clients on their African business and other activities.

Established in 1993, LEX Africa is an Alliance of leading African law firms managed by South African member Werksmans Attorneys for the purpose of advising local and international clients on their trade, business, investment and other activities in Africa.

We are proud to be the first and largest African legal Alliance with a Pan African legal team of more than 600 lawyers in 32 African countries providing a “one stop shop” for cross-border and local African legal solutions for our clients. Our track record speaks to our experience, expertise and success for over 30 years including being consistently ranked as a Band 1 Leading regional law firm network by Chambers and Partners.

We provide world-class legal services and encourage sustainability, diversity, inclusivity and collaboration between our lawyers. These principles have guided us in building successful and strong professional relationships and friendships between our lawyers and with our clients since our formation in 1993.

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Let LEX Africa be your gateway to specialist legal expertise and leading law firms in Africa.

LEX Africa, established in 1993, is proud to be the first and largest Pan-African legal Alliance. With over 600 lawyers in 32 African countries, we provide both cross-border and local African legal expertise and experience. Consistently ranked as a Band 1 Leading Regional Law Firm Network by Chambers and Partners, our 150+ legal directory rankings highlight our commitment to excellence.

Pan African Legal Alliance
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African Countries
15
Legal Directory Rankings
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Founded In
1950
Lawyers
500 +
Leading Regional Law Firm Network
Band 1
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LEX Africa’s lawyers have deep expertise and experience in local laws, regulations, practices and customs. Their goal is to deliver customised services that align with each client’s unique needs, ensuring efficient, compliant and successful outcomes. Together they form a strong Pan African legal team and resource for our clients.

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