Established in 1993, LEX Africa is the first and largest alliance of leading African law firms, managed by South African member Werksmans Attorneys. With over 600 lawyers across 30 African countries, LEX Africa provides a “one-stop shop” for local and cross-border legal services, supporting clients in trade, investment, and business activities throughout the continent. Over 30 years, LEX Africa has built a reputation for excellence, consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers and Partners and recognized as African Network/Alliance of the Year at the African Legal Awards in 2020 and 2023.

LEX Africa’s member firms are full-service, combining deep local expertise with knowledge of political, economic, and cultural environments. This allows clients to access tailored, cost-effective solutions across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. The alliance emphasizes sustainability, diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration, fostering strong professional relationships among lawyers and with clients.

Key practice areas include Banking, Finance, Investment Funds & Private Equity, advising major financial institutions and global investors on capital markets, project finance, fintech, and cryptocurrency. Business Crimes & Investigations services cover anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, white-collar crime, and cross-border compliance. The alliance also excels in Competition Law, Construction & Engineering, Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions, Cyber Law, Blockchain & Technology, Dispute Resolution, Healthcare and Life Sciences, Infrastructure, Energy & Projects, Intellectual Property, Labour & Employment, Mining, Environmental & Resources, Oil & Gas, Property & Real Estate, and Tax.

Through its integrated Pan-African network, LEX Africa helps clients navigate Africa’s complex legal landscape, offering strategic, practical, and innovative solutions. The alliance’s lawyers are recognized leaders in their fields, providing proactive guidance to mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and maximize opportunities. By combining global standards with local insight, LEX Africa is the trusted legal partner for businesses and investors across Africa.