Courts
Lawyer backs Agradaa sentence cut, says court followed the law
Speaking on The Law on Joy News, Korang said judges must weigh both the bad and the good in a case before deciding punishment.
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Full reasoning of the Kumasi High Court in the Akosua Serwaa, Odo Broni widowhood case
In a 49-page judgment delivered on November 25, 2025, the court, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur, found that Akosua Serwaa had failed to meet the legal burden of proof required to establish the validity of the cla...
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Court hears testimony of Daddy Lumba's sister disputing claim of marriage between him and Odo Broni
The evidence was given by the musician’s elder sister, Ernestina Fosuh, also known as Akosua Brempomaah, who insisted that while the relationship was well-known within the family, it never culminated in marriage.
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General
Full text: Report of OSP on contractual arrangements involving Finance Ministry, GRA and SML
This report is founded on sections 2 and 3 of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959) and regulation 31(1)(g) of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (Operations) Regulations, 2018 (L.I. 2374).
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Daddy Lumba's body belongs to the family, not the spouse-Kumasi High Court
In her decision, Justice Smith Arthur held that Ghanaian customary law governs such matters, and that the matrilineal family of the deceased retains entitlement to the body and all associated funeral rites.
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Africa
Husbands can legally take wives' surnames- SA highest Court rules
Previously, South African legislation only permitted women to adopt their spouses' surnames.
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Business
M&O Law Consult wins Real Estate Legal Excellence award
The award honors the firm’s innovative client engagement strategies, its commitment to sustainability, and its adherence to ethical business practices in Ghana’s real estate sector.
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ARTICLE: AN OVERVIEW OF A CHANGE IN GOVERNMENT IN GHANA FROM A LAWYER’S LENS: EXPLORING THE IMPORTANCE OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
This article discusses the transfer of power from a previous President to a newly elected President and its impact on the appointment of Board members for State-Owned Entities, and the role and importance of Corporate Governance in the publ...
Co-Authored by Lady-Ann Essuman and Verissa Odame-Koranteng
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Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah rejects calls for Lifestyle Audit Law
His comments come after Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, revealed plans to introduce legislation formalizing lifestyle audits as a tool in Ghana's fight against corruption.
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Restructuring vs. Liquidation: Choosing the Right Path in Insolvency
This article delves into the details of restructuring and liquidation, exploring the factors that guide the selection and offering valuable insights to guide stakeholders toward the most viable and beneficial outcome in insolvency proceedin...
Eric Ofori Kwaah
US
Ohio moves to ban property ownership by China and Russia
This effort is part of a broader national push, with similar proposals appearing in 37 states to protect local communities from potential security threats.
Lawyer Monthly
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Manila University ordered to shut down Law College over 'dismal' bar exam performance
According to a public announcement made on Monday, the closure will take effect starting the 2024–2025 academic year.
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Business
Communications Minister to introduce Anti-Misinformation bill in parliament
Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, April 9, the minister stated that the bill, once submitted and deliberated upon by Parliament, is expected to be enacted into law.
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Tech
Junior lawyers will be ‘Significantly Replaced’ by AI & Tech Experts, says Paul Weiss Chair
Speaking about the firm’s record-breaking financial performance, Karp predicted that law firms will increasingly rely on AI-driven technology, reducing the need for traditional entry-level legal roles.
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Africa
The Hidden Costs of Being a Lawyer – How to Cut Unnecessary Expenses and Maximize Profit
From unnecessary office expenses to excessive networking costs, these financial leaks can cripple your profit margins and prevent long-term wealth building.
Chinelo Audrey Ofoegbunam, Esq, ACIARb (UK), ACArb, AICMC, ACIS
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Legal Giants: Inside the World’s Top Law Firms - Baker Botts LLP
The firm was founded by James Baker and John Botts in 1840. Initially, Baker Botts operated within the booming Texas economy of the 19th century, establishing a foothold in the state’s legal and business landscape.
Lawyer Monthly
US
U.S. Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban Without Divestiture, Citing National Security Concerns
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a federal law requiring TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest its ownership to remain operational in the United States, citing national security concerns.
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Professor calls for Broadcasting law to deal with attacks on journalists
She stressed the urgent need for a broadcast law to protect journalists and media practitioners from attacks, referencing the recent World Press Freedom Index, where Ghana ranked 50th out of 180 countries.
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Supreme Court News
Homosexuality elsewhere: Our courts can’t be 'cajoled' to adopt similar stance-Kulendi JSC
The seven-member panel, held in the case filed by Dr Prince Obiri-Korang held that specifically that Section 104(1)(b) of Act 29 is not discriminatory against homosexuals nor infringes on their rights to privacy.
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Business
Unapproved advertisement: FDA slaps 39 media houses with GH¢975,000 fine
The offenders, from both electronic and print houses, are to pay GH¢25, 000 each for airing or publishing products, including drugs and household chemicals, without FDA authorisation
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