The firm
The firm
Founded in Douala in 1998 by Barrister Roland Abeng, the firm advises businesses, financial institutions and investors operating in Cameroon and across the OHADA region.
The firm
Since 1998
The Abeng Law Firm was established in Douala, Cameroon's economic capital, with a practice built around the OHADA Uniform Acts and the needs of companies doing business in Central Africa.
Over more than two decades it has advised domestic and international clients on corporate, commercial, financial and regulatory matters, and represented them before Cameroonian courts and arbitral tribunals.
Today the firm brings together lawyers, paralegals and administrative staff in its Bonapriso office, working in English and French.
Why choose the firm
How we work
Rigour in the law
Advice grounded in the OHADA Uniform Acts, CEMAC regulation and Cameroonian statute, applied with the discipline of codified law.
Discretion
A sober, professional approach to every matter, without unnecessary publicity.
Commercial judgement
Identifying local risks early and proposing solutions that work for the business, not only on paper.
International outlook
Relationships with international networks that support clients on cross-border matters.
Recognition & networks
Recognition and networks
- Chambers and PartnersThe firm is ranked in General Business Law: Cameroon in Chambers Global 2026, and Roland Abeng is individually ranked in the same practice area.
- TAGLawMember of TAGLaw, an international alliance of independent law firms.
- TRACEMember of TRACE, an international anti-bribery compliance network.
- The Legal 500 and IFLR1000Roland Abeng's work has also been recognised by The Legal 500 and IFLR1000.
- Institutional workRoland Abeng has served as Cameroon consultant or local counsel to international institutions and organisations, including the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the World Justice Project.
Awards
Awards and distinctions
Rankings, awards and certificates received by the firm and by its Managing Partner, as photographed at the Bonapriso office.
The firm
Chambers Global2024The Abeng Law Firm – Cameroon highly recommended as a ranked firm in General Business Law. Chambers Global2022The firm highly recommended as a ranked firm in General Business Law. IFLR10002021/22Recommended firm in the 31st edition of IFLR1000, the guide to the world's leading financial law firms (Financial and Corporate). TAGLawMembership Award – Distinction for 15 years of outstanding service to the worldwide alliance of independent law firms.
Roland Abeng, Managing Partner
Chambers Global2019Roland D. Abeng highly recommended as a ranked lawyer in General Business Law. The World Bank2011Certificate of Appreciation for his contribution to Doing Business 2011: Making a Difference for Entrepreneurs. The World Justice Project2012–2013Certificate of Contribution to the World Justice Project Rule of Law Index 2012–2013 report. American Bar Association – Section of International Law2008–2009Best Stand-Alone Program Award, conferred upon “Good Governance in Cameroon”. Cameroon Union of Young Lawyers (UJA)Award in recognition of his continuous support and contributions to the professional development of young lawyers. American Bar Association – Section of Dispute Resolution2003–2004Certificate of Membership. American Bar Association – Business Law SectionMember of the Business Law Section.
Contact
Discuss a matter with the firm
Tell us briefly what you need. A lawyer will come back to you to arrange a first conversation.