Deji Adegoke heads the Africa practice at White & Case LLP . His specialities focus on the infrastructure, oil and gas, power, and mining sectors in emerging markets such as Ghana. The firm advises a number of private and public-sector Ghanaian clients, often working alongside firms on the ground. Twi speaker Joshua Siaw, who handles a range 0f finance work, is another key contact. Both men are based in London.
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- ‘The individuals I worked with stood out for the technical excellence and communication throughout our engagement. ’
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- ‘The White & Case lawyers I’ve worked with are technically sharp but also very practical. Partners stay engaged on key points, which gives real confidence, while associates are proactive and responsive, often a step ahead. I’ve particularly valued Deji for his commercial judgment and reliability under tight timelines. They’re not just strong lawyers — they’re easy to work with.’
Key clients
- Merril Lynch International
- Standard Chartered Bank
- Ministry of Finance Ghana
- The Standard Bank of South Africa
Practice head
Deji Adegoke
Other key lawyers
Melissa Butler; Stuart Matty; James Hardy; Prema Govind-Hitti; Joshua Siaw; Mukund Dhar