MAY AND COMPANY is a commercial law-centred firm with a focus on projects, ranging from project finance to construction, project disputes and corporate M&A matters involving relevant market players, particularly within the energy and natural resources sectors. Chanda Musonda-Chiluba is an expert in matters relating to banking, finance and capital markets. Harriet Mdala is relied upon by clients for advice on corporate and finance matters in the energy field. Mulopa Ndalameta and Yosa Yosa are active in the firm’s dispute resolution practice. Maloba Nalomba recently joined the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘MAY and Company stands out for its high degree of professionalism, technical competence, and commercial understanding. The team combines deep sector expertise with an ability to provide clear, practical solutions that go beyond legal compliance.'
- ‘Professional Staff with specific hands-on and focussed experience appointed to their various Legal Divisions - speeds up processes with regards to focussed attention to detail and reliable feedback and action being implemented.’
- ‘Focussed knowledge and experience in their areas of expertise. Interactive, Decisive and Great Communication.’
- 'Their strengths lie in deep sector knowledge, commercial awareness, and partner-led attention, which makes them stand out compared to other firms. They are also innovative in their approach—offering flexible billing, making effective use of technology, and fostering collaboration to ensure seamless service delivery.’
- ‘The individuals we work with stand out for their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to give clear, practical advice even on complex matters. Unlike competitors, they take time to understand our business and tailor their guidance to our commercial priorities. We have especially valued their availability, reliability, and the partner-led involvement on matters. Chanda Musonda is notable for strategic insight and ability to navigate sensitive negotiations.’
- 'Distinguishes itself through a combination of deep sector expertise, client-focused service, and a forward-thinking approach. What truly sets the team apart is their ability to deliver complex legal solutions with clarity, speed, and precision, while maintaining a strong commitment to collaboration and responsiveness.'
Work highlights
Advising the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office through the Green Cities Energy and Infrastructure Programme on the development of a fast-track procurement framework for power generation in Zambia.
Advising Barotse Highway on a joint venture between Buks Haulage and First Quantum Minerals (FQM), in a public-private partnership project for the design, construction, financing, operation, maintenance and transfer of a 371km road from Mutanda to Kaoma in the North-Western and Western Provinces of Zambia.
Represented Trade Kings Group in a proposed financing by way of a syndicated loan agreement to be entered into with five local banks.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Mulopa Ndalameta; Chanda Musonda-Chiluba; Yosa G Yosa; Harriet Mdala; Maloba Nalomba