Bowmans Zambia specialises in banking and finance, regularly assisting financial institutions and corporates in project finance and finance structuring. The team maintains a focus on the energy and natural resources sectors, including mining and clean energy projects. The firm is also adept at handling commercial disputes, with much of its work in relation to disputes arising from infrastructure and construction projects in Zambia. Bwalya Chilufya-Musondais a key banking and finance lawyer with deep sectoral expertise, especially in the energy industry. Litigators Mabvuto Sakala and John Kawana act for major private and public clients, while Joshua Mwamulima is a key contact for energy and mining clients seeking advice on corporate, banking and finance matters. Mwansa Nachula is also noted.

Corpus Legal Practitioners offers significant corporate and commercial expertise, with experience in project finance, acquisitions and regulatory matters in the natural resources, renewable energy and agriculture sectors. This includes cross-border PPP renewable energy and infrastructure projects involving nearby countries. Charles Mkokweza is specialised in both the development and financing aspects of natural resources projects. Sydney Chisenga and Martha Siwale Namwila Mwala represent clients in commercial disputes. Ken Phiri is also active in this practice. Jackie Jhala specialises in employment matters as part of her corporate practice, while Lupiya Simusokwe focuses on finance.

DLA Piper Africa, Zambia (Chibesakunda & Co) is experienced in banking, finance and dispute resolution matters, and is also sought for advice on nationally significant projects. This extends to work in the infrastructure and energy sectors, where the firm contributed to developing the Grid Open Access Regulations launched in 2025, as well as working on major national and regional energy and natural resources projects. Louise Chilepa is an experienced banking and finance lawyer. Fellow practice head John Ngisi is a key contact for energy, natural resources and agriculture matters. Charles Joseph Mumba is well-versed in corporate and commercial disputes, and Chishimba Patricia Kachasa is a name to note for corporate matters.

Dentons affiliate Eric Silwamba Jalasi & Linyama Legal Practitioners   advises clients on a range of matters but is especially active in financing in the context of large energy and mining projects. Corporate restructuring and commercial disputes are also key areas of expertise. Joseph Jalasi and Lubinda Linyama possess notable expertise in project financing and corporate disputes, as well as due diligence for corporate transactions. Mailesi Undi acts on behalf of banks and energy sector clients. Eric Suwilanji Silwamba remains a key contact in the firm.

MAY AND COMPANY is a commercial law-centred firm with a focus on projects, ranging from project finance to construction, project disputes and corporate M&A matters involving relevant market players, particularly within the energy and natural resources sectors. Chanda Musonda-Chiluba is an expert in matters relating to banking, finance and capital markets. Harriet Mdala is relied upon by clients for advice on corporate and finance matters in the energy field. Mulopa Ndalameta and Yosa Yosa are active in the firm’s dispute resolution practice. Maloba Nalomba recently joined the firm.

Mulenga Mundashi Legal Practitioners is active in finance, TMT and mining-related matters, and is regularly engaged in cross-border work. Head of the firm Mulenga Chiteba advises clients on taxation and regulatory compliance and participates in the dispute resolution practice, led by David Chakoleka. Chipili Salati and Hope Ndao are key contacts for banking and finance matters, and Mike Chilufya is called upon for advice on financial transactions, including in the context of cross-border projects.

Well-established firm Musa Dudhia & Company continues to handle matters across a range of sectors, including manufacturing and tourism, covering a range of contentious and non-contentious issues. Simon Kapampa specialises in banking and finance, particularly in relation to major projects and infrastructure. Kaluwe Libeleki is also instrumental in the finance practice. Emmanuel Manda, Diana Nalishuwa and Martin Chanda are important members of the litigation team, with a particular focus on corporate and commercial disputes. Emmanuel Manda is a go-to for corporate and M&A transactions, and Innocent Mung’omba is relied upon for tax expertise.

Abigail & Chama Advocates is an active law firm in the Zambian market, with much of its work focused on finance and acquisition matters; it regularly advises banks, financial institutions and companies active in the country. Abigail Chimuka offers corporate and banking advice, particularly in the energy and mining industries. Gilbert Chama is relied upon for investment and corporate M&A advice. Eugene Sakala is another key practitioner, specialising in dispute resolution.

Moira Legal Practitioners advises on a range of corporate and commercial matters across the energy, natural resources, financial services and infrastructure sectors, with a particular emphasis on green finance. The firm also advises on corporate and M&A, including regional energy sector expansions, assisting with transactions which increase the size of renewable energy providers. Sharon Sakuwaha is active across various sectors, offering expertise in green financing. Sampa Kang'ombe advises banks, financial institutions and investment funds on financing Zambia’s key growth sectors. Chimwemwe Bwalyais is a go-to for tax and data protection matters.