Government and Regulatory Affairs

Within the distinctive sociopolitical framework of Somalia and the broader Horn of Africa, HLCS' Government and Regulatory Affairs practice area is well-positioned to offer exemplary legal services in the realm of governance and public policy.

Recognizing that governance is not one-size-fits-all, we value Somalia's unique context, steering clear of pan-African viewpoints. Our team comprises a highly specialized group of lawyers, seasoned lobbyists, and proficient policy advisors with first-hand experience in various facets of Somali governance — maintaining civic harmony and understanding the nomadic pastoralist cultural contexts and their influence on law-making processes.

We assist governmental bodies, NGOs, corporations, consortiums, and individuals in seamlessly navigating the otherwise treacherous sea of legislative procedures, complex regulatory frameworks, and public policy dynamism. Our attorneys are adept at ensuring compliance with existing policies while advising on necessary modifications to meet evolving national goals in a region as dynamic and diverse as the Horn of Africa.

From shaping local directives on healthcare reforms or national security standards to drafting policies on exploiting natural resources in an environmentally friendly manner, our seasoned team expertly guides stakeholders on issues of compliance, risk management, and government engagement.

Furthermore, our practice is equipped to represent our clients' interests convincingly before executive bodies, legislative authorities, or regulatory entities while positively contributing to comprehensive public policy changes.

Our influence extends to consultations contributing to Somalia's political transformation trajectory, guiding the development of tomorrow's Somali constitution and federal-individual state relationship fabric. We apply equal vigor in helping clients avoid potential subsequent non-compliance rectification needs.

Navigate the intricate landscape of Somali Government and Regulatory Affairs with HLCS Law Firm—engaging champions skilled in maneuvering the winding paths of legislative and policy-related intricacies. We bring clarity amidst legal complexity, serving as your navigator in the fluid governmental sea while embracing Somalia's uniqueness.

Our experts have been at the forefront of major constitutional drafting, legislative drafting, capacity building, law reform and legal analysis in Somalia and the Horn of Africa. The Founding Partners were an integral part of the Provisional Constitution currently in force in Somalia and have participated in the constitutional process that led to the adoption of the current constitution.

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We have legal experts in HLSC on Roman Civil Law, an integral part of current Somali law.

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Experts on British Common Law.

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We work on legal reform in Somalia.

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Legal experts conversant in English, Swahili, Somali, German, Arabic.

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We have a vast digital library of Somali laws.

We have specialized professionals in various law niches and are committed to helping clients who need legal advice or have lawsuit issues in East Africa and beyond.

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