Wehliye Law Firm — Mogadishu
Litigation, contracts, compliance and due diligence for clients in Somalia.
What we do
Strategic representation in civil, commercial, property and criminal proceedings.
Read moreCompany registration, structuring, licensing and sector regulation for businesses and investors.
Read moreClear, enforceable agreements that reflect both legal standards and commercial reality.
Read moreSafeguarding personal data under Somali law and international standards.
Read moreCompliance with Somali tax law, accurate filings, and representation in tax disputes.
Read moreStructuring and documenting financial transactions under conventional and Islamic finance.
Read moreLegislative drafting, regulatory review and institutional reform for public bodies and partners.
Read moreRegistration, governance and operational compliance for NGOs and INGOs in Somalia.
Read moreVerification of companies, contracts, compliance status and liabilities before a transaction closes.
Read moreOver 70% of Somali businesses operate informally.
Why the firm exists
Disputes over land, contracts and governance are common and often unresolved, and investor confidence is constrained by legal uncertainty. In this environment, reliable legal guidance is a precondition for stability, growth and development.
We provide structured, professional and accessible legal services that respond to Somalia's particular legal conditions — practical, enforceable, and aligned with international standards where relevant.
The firm
Managing Partner
Leads the firm's strategy, client relationships and matter supervision. His practice covers commercial disputes, corporate advisory work and institutional clients.
Partner Lawyer
Advocate and legal consultant. Advises on litigation, legal drafting and regulatory matters, and has contributed to law reform drafting supported by development partners.
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