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Copyright it!
In today’s Legal Pesewa we highlight what Copyright is.
Have a great idea that you are confident will make you wealthy? Before bringing a product to market, any inventor or artist should protect it with a copyright from the government. As a business owner, you should be concerned about the intellectual property because it is one of the most valuable assets you will ever possess.

What is a Taxable Entity?
In your Legal Pesewa today we look at who is mandated to pay income tax and how it is assessed under the Income Tax Act 2015 (Act 896).

Tax!Tax!Tax
In the Friday edition of your Legal Pesewa we bring to your attention the introduction of an excise tax stamp on textile by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). The intent of the excise tax stamp is to promote sanity and fairness in the local textile industry.

Legal Capacity to institute an action in court is a fundamental legal principle in the commencement of any legal suit and a sine qua non to protect and/or enforce a party’s lawful right.

Raising an objection to the capacity of a party in a legal proceeding grounded in law, often has the effect of determining the outcome of a matter , notwithstanding the fact that the party against whom the objection is raised may have a very good case.

In our latest article our Associate Attorney, Gideon Bisilki discusses the timing of an objection to capacity in a court action against the balance of Equity.

Kindly delve in.

TIMING AN OBJECTION TO CAPACITY THROUGH THE LENSE OF ADISA BOYA VS ZENABU MOHAMMED (SUBSTITUTED BY ADAMA MOHAMMED) AND MUJEEB: WILL EQUITY PREVAIL? – Nartey Law Firm Article Uncategorized August 30, 2023 sysadmin No Comments Abstract The decision of the Supreme Court in the case of Adisa Boya vs Zenabu Mohammed, among a few others, marks a seminal regime for children who commence proceedings in court to protect their interests in the properties of parents who ha...

On Friday 25th August 2023, our Managing Attorney who serves as a Non-Executive Director of the Ghana Nigeria Business Council , along with the Board Chairman of the GNBC and , the Executive Team made a courtesy call on Ambassador Baba Gana Wakil - Resident Representative of Ecowas in Ghana

Discussions centered around the strategic objectives of ECOWAS in the region and GNBC’s continued contribution in promoting economic opportunities and freedom for individuals and businesses across Ghana and Nigeria

Both the GNBC and ECOWAS look forward to collaborative efforts in improving trade within Ghana and Nigeria.

In your Legal Pesewa today, we highlight the legal phrase “Piercing the corporate veil”. This is a situation in which courts put aside limited liability and hold a corporation's shareholders or directors personally liable for the corporation's actions or debts.

Pay to Play!

In the First Edition of the “NLF News Corner” we highlight the implementation of a statutory tax on lottery winnings. Act 1094

Brand Protection Tuesday.

In your Legal Pesewa today! Evidence is the name of the game.

In your Legal Pesewa today.

Your Legal Pesewa Monday!

In today’s Legal Pesewa.
It is never too early to make a Will. The legal costs and implications of not having a Will on one’s family is significant. Create your Will today.

We celebrate all Mothers today. Thank you for all the love you show to your children.

In todays Legal Pesewa!
Rights and obligations of employees and employers

The facts of each matter are likely to differ. A good lawyer is trained to apply each unique set of facts to the applicable law.

Happy Easter from us to you!
We are thankful for grace and mercies.

Today in your Legal Pesewa .
A power of attorney allows you to delegate authority to another to take either general or specific actions on your behalf . It is employed in personal or official matters. Seek independent legal counsel before drafting a POA

We celebrate our women today.

Happy International Women’s Day!

Time is always of the essence. We are here to serve you.

The Legal Pesewa is a Nartey Law Firm (NLF) series highlighting and sharing legal concepts and selected laws to our followers . Note : This is not intended to be relied on as legal advice

Did you know?

Nartey Law Firm (NLF) participated in a reading and career day with the Adabraka Cluster of Schools as part of an initiative by the Databank Foundation on November 3, 2022

Giving back to the community and impacting our future leaders is paramount to us at the firm.
We must take an active interest in the children and their futures.

JOB OPENING!

Nartey Law Firm is a law firm in Accra providing legal services to a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from individuals to multinationals. Although based in Ghana our scope and expertise cuts across borders in within Africa and the rest of the world. Our focus is to offer to top-tier professional legal services to individuals, domestic and international businesses. We seek ultimately to ensure the success of our clients’ objectives.
We seek an experienced and self-motivated person to join our dedicated team as an Associate.

Job Description
Consulting with clients to ascertain the details and merits of each case.
Conducting research using legislation, case law, and other legal texts.
Drafting legal documents, including contracts, pleadings and reports.
Representing clients at meetings, hearings and trials.
Writing research articles.
Remaining abreast of changes to legislation.
Any other assignment handed over to the lawyer by the law firm

Qualifications

A minimum of three (3) years post-call practice experience.
An LLB from a recognized University or Institution.
Experience in insurance, tax, and natural resources law will be an advantage.
Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office suite/Google Drive).
High level of integrity.
Highly organized, detail oriented and should be able to work well in a team.
Excellent oral and written communication in the English Language.
Demonstrate high level of professionalism.
Must be punctual.

How to Apply
Applicants must apply by email to [email protected]. Contact telephone number +233(0) 553508582.
Applications should include:
A copy of your curriculum vitae
A cover letter

In every contract, each party has obligations which they are required to fulfil. However in some situations, due to no fault of a party, unforeseeable circumstances arise which make it impossible for the obligations to be fulfilled.

Read Memuna Saani's article on frustration of contracts to understand how frustration works and how you can use it as a defence.

https://narteylaw.com/2022/05/12/frustration-of-contracts/

FRUSTRATION OF CONTRACTS AND THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC – Nartey Law Firm Uncategorized May 12, 2022 William Nartey No Comments Author: Memuna Saani Introduction In every contract, each party has obligations they are required to perform. The general rule in contract law is that, when parties enter into an agreement contemplating the performance of an obligation under the....

Have you or your business been unable to pay your taxes in the past year and beyond? You are far from alone. The spread of the global COVID 19 pandemic worsened challenges people faced and crippled financially successful businesses and people. Thankfully the Parliament of Ghana has recently passed the Penalty and Interest Waiver Act 2021 (Act 1065), a law to help tax defaulters to make arrangements to pay their taxes without the usual associated penalties.
This article by Nartey Law Firm (NLF) sheds more light on Act 1065 and it’s key provisions.

https://narteylaw.com/2021/09/20/penalty-and-interest-waiver-act-2021-act-1065/

It is essential for good corporate governance for businesses to have a strong and effective Board of Directors. An organization’s Board of directors should help improve the culture of the organization and develop opportunity and accountability from the bottom up. Ultimately a Board of Directors is an invaluable asset, one that is a key to success in creating the wealth envisioned by the Entrepreneurs and Business Owners.
This article by Nartey Law Firm seeks to address the requirements and responsibilities for Directors of companies pursuant to Ghanaian Law.

https://narteylaw.com/2021/08/30/a-guide-for-the-conduct-of-directors-in-ghana/

The decision to start a business is an important one which requires significant thought and planning. Among other factors ,choosing the appropriate business structure can contribute to the success or failure of an established business.

The aim of this article is to provide some useful information for consideration when deciding on a legal vehicle for your business in Ghana.

https://narteylaw.com/2021/08/05/starting-a-business-in-ghana-structuring-the-entity/

Starting a Business in Ghana: Structuring the Entity – Nartey Law Firm Article August 5, 2021 sysadmin No Comments The aim of this article is to provide entrepreneurs with relevant information on the various types of business entities and associated legal structures to be considered when establishing a business in Ghana. The body responsible for business entity registr...

As practicing attorneys we must remind ourselves of the fact that opposing counsel is only an adversary with respect to our position on the provision/application of the law . We must engage with each other in a civil manner whilst passionately advocating for our clients, especially during this period of the Covid pandemic. A federal judge in the State of Georgia captures this aptly in her Order.

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Welcome to Nartey Law Firm!
Your premier firm for legal services in Ghana.

https://narteylaw.com

Our focus is offer to top-tier professional legal services to individuals, domestic and international businesses. We seek ultimately to ensure the success of our clients’ objectives.

We recognize the value of cost-efficient solutions and incorporate applying innovative and creative ways to handling all client matters.

Client satisfaction is our priority. We aim to gain an understanding of our clients’ precise needs, and work to help to meet them. Where there are challenges, our aim is to provide clear advice to enable our clients to negotiate those challenges effectively. Our firm is committed to constant improvement, growth, and maintaining the utmost professionalism to ensure exceptional results.

At Nartey Law we pride ourselves with the prompt ex*****on of projects, whilst guaranteeing an uncompromising standard with respect to excellence in service delivery for all of our clients.

Nartey Law Firm – Your Professional Law Firm Who We Are Nartey Law Firm is a law firm in Ghana providing legal services to a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from individuals to multinationals. Although based in Ghana our scope and expertise cuts across borders in within Africa and the rest of the world. What We Do Corporate and Commercial...

Disputes inevitably arise for businesses and individuals alike and can be debilitating. Our firm understands the significant cost and time expense which litigation in the courts bring. It is our resolve to, where attainable, find a pragmatic solution to a problem to resolve a dispute for our clients.

At Nartey Law , we represent our clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings and where litigation is necessary; we will pursue it in a focused and efficient way, using our significant advocacy experience.