The energy and natural resources team at Reindorf Chambers stands out for its strength in advising on a broad range of matters in the power sector, including renewable energy, upstream and downstream oil and gas and minerals. The group is also well known for assisting with regulatory, tax and project finance issues. The practice is jointly led by Fui Tsikata and Kizzita Mensah, and has solid expertise in assisting clients with energy investments into Ghana, as well as domestic and cross-border deals and projects in the mining and energy sectors. Senior associate Dominic Dziewornu Quashigah is a name to note.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The Reindorf practice stands out in several key ways that sets it apart from others in the legal field, making it an excellent choice for potential clients.'

  • 'I believe that the multi-disciplinarily and specialisation of the Reindorf Chambers team are the strengths to be highlighted in the relationship with us.'
  • 'It should be noted that all work carried out together had an approach centred on our objectives, which ensured personalised and creative solutions to the problems presented.'
  • 'I would also like to emphasise the collaborative approach. We always work as a team and collaborate on ideas to reach an appropriate legal solution.'
  • ‘I couldn't fail to single out Dominic Quashigah as a leading expert in the area of corporate and contracts and with a deep general legal knowledge that has ensured us great legal stability in African countries, especially in Ghana.'

  • 'Dominic's knowledge goes beyond legal issues, allowing him to offer comprehensive insights and solutions to complex legal challenges in countries undergoing constant legal evolution.'
  • 'Direct and effective communication is a hallmark of Dominic, who is always willing to help and simplify the problems we face. He has the ability to adapt to ever-changing circumstances and always pre-emptively alert us to future risks with his agile and precise responses.'

Key clients

  • Sun Investments Limited
  • Newmont Ghana Gold Limited
  • C-NERGY Ghana Limited
  • Secant Technologies and Litwin SA
  • Vulcan Holdings Limited
  • KPMG
  • Maxam Ghana Limited
  • Puma Energy Distribution Ghana Limited
  • Kpone Marine Services Limited
  • Blue Ocean Investments Limited

Work highlights

  • Advising the client on the re-negotiation of its power purchase agreement with the Electricity Company of Ghana.
  • Advising the client on an asset recovery matter.
  • Advising a bulk distributor of petroleum products on the recovery of $4,919,243.69 from a petroleum refinery and storage facility operator.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Fui Tsikata, Kizzita Mensah

Other key lawyers

Dominic Dziewornu Quashigah