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Fredua Agyeman

Senior Lawyer & Managing Partner

Professional Profile

Fredua Agyeman is a distinguished legal practitioner with over three decades of experience in legal practice, dispute resolution, corporate advisory services, and litigation. As the Senior Lawyer and Managing Partner of Akofena Chambers, he provides strategic leadership to the firm while advising clients on complex legal matters across various sectors.

His extensive legal expertise, combined with advanced training in conflict resolution, international relations, and business management, has earned him a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and excellence within Ghana's legal fraternity.

Education

Executive MBA
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
2015 – 2016
Executive Diploma in Conflict Resolution & International Relations
Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre
2008 – 2009
Master of Laws (LL.M.)
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), UK
1996 – 1997
Professional Law Certificate
Ghana School of Law, Makola, Ghana
1987 – 1989
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
University of Ghana, Legon
1982 – 1986

Professional Qualifications

Called to the Ghana Bar

1989

Areas of Expertise

Civil & Commercial Litigation
Corporate & Commercial Law
Conflict Resolution & Mediation
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Contract Drafting & Negotiation
Legal Advisory & Compliance
International Relations
Corporate Governance

Professional Experience

Senior Lawyer & Managing Partner

Akofena Chambers | 2019 – Present

Leads the strategic and operational management of the firm
Oversees high-profile litigation, commercial transactions, and advisory mandates
Provides mentorship and professional development for junior lawyers
Represents corporate and individual clients in complex legal disputes

Lawyer / Solicitor

Akofena Chambers | 1998 – 2018

Advised clients on legal and regulatory matters
Conducted litigation and dispute resolution proceedings
Drafted and reviewed contracts and legal opinions
Represented clients in ADR processes

Associate

Akofena Chambers | 1989 – 1996

Assisted in litigation and legal research
Supported senior counsel in court proceedings
Developed expertise in legal drafting and advocacy

Intern

Judicial Service of Ghana | 1986 – 1987

Undertook legal research and case analysis
Assisted judicial officers with court administration
Gained practical exposure to Ghana's judicial system

Areas of Expertise

Civil & Commercial Litigation
Corporate & Commercial Law
Conflict Resolution & Mediation
Alternative Dispute Resolution

Contract Drafting & Negotiation
Legal Advisory & Compliance
International Relations
Corporate Governance

Leadership & Professional Contributions

As Managing Partner of Akofena Chambers, Mr. Agyeman has played a pivotal role in strengthening the firm's reputation for delivering practical, client-focused legal solutions. His multidisciplinary background in law, conflict resolution, international relations, and business administration enables him to provide holistic and strategic advice to clients across diverse industries.