Profile
Jalila Sumaila is a versatile Associate Lawyer at Paa Joy Law Group, specialising in domestic and
international law. She
offers a unique blend of expertise across a broad range of practice areas, including corporate and
commercial matters,
immigration law, land litigation, probate and administration, family law, human rights and tort.
Leveraging her advanced training in International Trade and Business Law, Jalila provides expert advice
to both local
and foreign clients on complex commercial contracts, investments, mergers and acquisitions, as well as
other
cross-border transactions.
She is highly proficient in navigating the legal frameworks of regional trade agreements such as the
African Continental
Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA), Economic Community of West African States Protocol (ECOWAS) among
others.
Jalila is dedicated to hard work and professional excellence. She consistently secures the best possible
outcome for her
clients while upholding the highest ethical standards and professionalism.
Areas of Expertise
Commercial & Corporate Practice:Provides expert legal advice on
international business negotiations, contracts and
other commercial matters with an appreciation for both Ghanaian and international legal standards and
framework.
Immigration Law: Jalila is skilled in navigating immigration laws,
assisting and advising clients on various
immigration applications, appeals, and other related matters.
Land Litigation:Handles intricate land disputes, drawing on a profound
understanding of the laws governing land
acquisition and transfer in Ghana
Probate & Administration of Estate:Handles all aspects of probate and
estate administration matters including
drafting wills and codicils, obtaining probate and letters of administration, representing clients in
probate and
administration actions among others
Family Law:Jalila has skillfully handled various sensitive family issues
successfully, including divorce, child
adoption and custody issues.
Tortious Actions: she has successfully represented clients in various
tortious actions, including defamation, personal
injuries and negligence suits
Human Rights Law:
Jalila is a dedicated advocate for fundamental human rights; she represents clients in asserting
their fundamental human rights, from securing bail to pursuing compensation for fundamental human
rights abuses.
Educational Background
LLM, International Trade and Business Law from Ghana Institute of Management and Public
Administration (GIMPA)
Professional Law Training, at Ghana School of Law, Kumasi Campus
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from KAAF University College
Personal Interests
Beyond legal practice, Jalila enjoys travelling and exploring the world. She is also deeply involved
in charity work and spending time with family and friends.