Constitutionalism. Rule of law. Real-world impact.
We advise government bodies and organisations on constitutional and human rights standards—local, regional and international—and litigate public-interest matters that shape jurisprudence.
At OLC, we strongly believe that promotion of constitutionalism and rule of law are key to successful legal practice. We advise both government bodies and other entities on international and regional human rights charters and legislation.
We are frequently contacted to handle registration of human rights NGOs and to make recommendations on human rights concerns in society. We also undertake public-interest litigation in the area of human rights.
What we handle
Constitutional law advisory
- Constitutional interpretation, governance and separation of powers
- Policy vetting against constitutional standards
International & regional mechanisms
- African Charter & UN instruments; reporting and compliance mapping
- Treaty obligations, reservations and local alignment
NGO/CSO registration & governance
- Human rights NGO registration and compliance
- Constitutions, policies, board charters and secretarial support
Human rights audits & training
- Gap analysis against charters and domestic law
- Staff and stakeholder capacity-building
Petitions & judicial review
- Challenging unconstitutional actions and decisions
- Drafting petitions, amicus briefs and impact submissions
Public-interest litigation
- Strategic cases advancing rights and rule of law
- ADR where suitable; courtroom advocacy where necessary
How we work
- Written scope and timelines at instruction
- Clear risk framing and options; pragmatic recommendations
- Transparent fee estimate before work begins
- Regular progress reports and document trackers
Who we serve
Government and regulatory bodies, NGOs/CSOs, multilaterals and donors, universities and research centres, and community organisations seeking rights-aligned outcomes.
Speak to our human rights team
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