Dentons LEAD

Already recognised as one of the leading law firms in the Angolan market, LEAD Advogados advises top-tier clients from across the globe. Its in-depth understanding of the Angolan legal landscape—its complexities, specificities, and regulatory challenges — allows the firm to deliver solutions that are efficient, cost-effective, and grounded in responsibility. LEAD Advogados is distinguished by its ability to combine international reach with deep local insight.

The firm’s multidisciplinary team advises clients across a broad range of practice areas, including corporate and M&A, finance, litigation and alternative dispute resolution, employment, natural resources, tax, and public law. Trusted by international corporations, the Angolan government, and state-owned entities, LEAD Advogados maintains strong, long-standing relationships with key players in the national economy — from regulators and industry bodies to labour organisations and market participants.

The firm’s partners and senior lawyers are also actively involved in shaping Angola’s legal framework, contributing to the drafting of landmark legislation and offering thought leadership across their respective fields. Over recent years, LEAD Advogados has consistently achieved top-tier recognition in renowned international legal directories, including Chambers Global and The Legal 500, reinforcing its reputation as a premier law firm in Angola.

Main industry sectors

Financial Institutions, Energy and Natural Resources, Construction, Government, Infrastructure and PPP, Mining, Technology, Manufacturing (Food & Beverage and consumer products), Media, Real Estate and Retail.

Main Areas of Practice

Banking, Finance & Capital Markets

Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Investment

Employment & Social Security

Litigation & Arbitration

Public Law, Competition & Law-Making

Real Estate

Tax

Energy & Natural Resources

Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Investment