J
Justice
We uphold fairness and the rule of law in everything we do.
Our story
Our journey began as Mwansa, Phiri & Partners, operating since 2004. The Firm evolved into Mwansa, Phiri, Shilimi & Theu Legal Practitioners and Ernest Mwansa & Theu Advocates, and in 2024 became Ernest C. Mwansa & Advocates — two of the partners having become Constitutional Court Judges while two others formed their own firms.
Since then we have expanded our expertise, refined our services and embraced innovation to meet the changing needs of our clients. We provide personalised, strategic and effective legal services to a diversified clientele — individuals, organisations and businesses, including top-tier international and multinational clients.
Our vision
To be a trusted and distinguished law firm in Zambia and the Southern African region, known for justice-driven advocacy, a client-centred approach and unwavering professional excellence.
Our mission
To provide reliable and high-quality legal services that promote fairness, respect and human dignity, and to deliver practical legal solutions with integrity, humility and passion.
What guides us
Seven principles shape how we work with every client, on every matter.
We uphold fairness and the rule of law in everything we do.
We take time to understand the objectives, values and regulatory regime of our clients so we can deliver solutions that are relevant, practical and responsive.
We are dedicated to serving our clients with personalised attention and a client-first approach.
We build enduring relationships through consistency, transparency and reliability.
We act with honesty and unwavering ethical standards.
We serve with empathy, respect and understanding.
We strive for exceptional results through high intention, sincere effort and intelligent delivery.
By the numbers
Our approach
When you first contact us, we seek a full understanding of your matter and your objectives, and give an early indication of the legal issues involved.
Every client is assigned to a Partner who is primarily responsible for your dealings with the Firm, with additional lawyers assigned as the work requires.
We keep you regularly informed of progress by telephone, email or letter, and share relevant correspondence so you are always involved.
Our Partners are always available to discuss our work and welcome your suggestions. A satisfied clientele is the best recommendation for our firm.
Speak to a lawyer
Tell us what you are facing and we will point you to the right person on our team. Initial enquiries are confidential and without obligation.