The 'extremely detail-oriented' team at Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah stands out for its 'commercial and practical approach'. Under the collective leadership of Ace Anan Ankomah, Daad Akwesi, Gloria Cofie, Golda Denyo and Nania Owusu-Ankomah, the group covers the full spectrum of contentious matters. The practice has extensive experience in handling corporate and commercial litigation, construction disputes, debt recovery issues and contentious matters in the employment and family law arenas. Elsewhere, the department is well regarded for its alternative dispute resolution expertise, with a solid track record in handling domestic and international arbitration proceedings.
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‘Daad Akwesi and Shirley Otu have been consistently reliable, providing timely feedback and clear, easy-to-understand updates on court proceedings.’
‘Their work is exceptional and well researched, enabling success in many litigation matters that they handle.’
‘The individual partners pay a lot of attention to detail, are responsive to individual client needs and are prepared to engage their clients to explore alternatives to options proposed by them. Of particular mention are Ace Anan Ankomah, Daad Akwesi and Nania Owusu Ankomah.’
‘Ace Ankomah definitely stands out as an exceptional lawyer. He clearly goes the extra mile to ensure that he puts his best foot forward in the delivery of legal services. He inspires confidence in the court room.'
‘The Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah disputes team has the right blend of skills and a great deal of practical experience to deliver top-notch legal services.'
‘Ace Ankomah and Nania Owusu-Ankomah Sackey are among the leading disputes lawyers. Daad and Gloria are solid practitioners.’
- 'Daad Akwesi is a seasoned lawyer who provides very pragmatic legal solutions for the resolution of disputes and litigation. I find Daad's availability refreshing and her proactive approach to matters provides the company additional comfort that our litigation is in a safe pair of hands.'
‘Very analytical and client focused. Satisfying the client's need is their focus.'
Key clients
- Telecel Ghana (Ghana Telecommunication Company Ltd)
- Ghana Amalgamated Trust
- Kumark Company Limited
- Tetra Pak Global
- Stena Drilling Limited
- Moringa SCA SICAR/Moringa Mauritius Africa
- Bank of Ghana
- Tullow Ghana Limited (Rig Share Deed)
- Game Discount World Ltd
- ATC Tower
Work highlights
Advising Stena Drilling on the enforcement of an arbitration award, which was granted in favour of the client.
Representing ATC Tower (Ghana) Ltd (‘ATC’) in a Master Tower Space Use Agreement dispute.
Representing Moringa SCA SICAR/ Moringa Mauritius Africa in a shareholder's dispute.
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Practice head
Ace Anan Ankomah; Daad Akwesi; Gloria Cofie; Golda Denyo; Nania Owusu-Ankomah
Other key lawyers
Shirley Otu