Who We Are About us

Appolos Shimakeleni Lawyers (abbreviated ASL) is a Namibian law firm based in the heartland of Namibia, Windhoek. At ASL, we strive to serve all your legal needs, and desires.

We appreciate that our clients are our most prized asset, and we are thus committed to building long-lasting partnerships with our clients, by delivering tailored and competitive legal services.

Staying true to our dictum “make us your solution”, is what defines who we are – a firm focused on finding practical and tailored solutions to the challenges our clients are faced with. At ASL, we embrace technology and seek to communicate with our existing and prospective clients through various digital means. Our social media platforms strive to keep our clients informed about developments at ASL, the legal fraternity, as well as legal commentary, tips, and opinions.

ASL’s clientele has grown over the years, and we now render legal services to a number of reputable and big business enterprises and organizations.

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Who We Are About us

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VISION and values

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VISION
To be a reliable and trusted law firm that provides adequate legal solutions to people from all walks of life.

VALUES
Excellence – We strive to provide the highest standard of legal services to our clients
Innovation – We are creative and innovative in our approach
Efficiency – We seek to deal with matters in the most effective way
Partnering – We seek to build long term relationships based on trust and mutual respect with our clients

VISION and values

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VISION
To be a reliable and trusted law firm that provides adequate legal solutions to people from all walks of life.

VALUES
Excellence – We strive to provide the highest standard of legal services to our clients
Innovation – We are creative and innovative in our approach
Efficiency – We seek to deal with matters in the most effective way
Partnering – We seek to build long term relationships based on trust and mutual respect with our clients

AREAS OF PRACTICE OUR PREFERRED AREAS

Civil Litigation

Corporate & Commercial Law

Divorce Law

Environmental, Mining & Energy Law 

Labour Law

Legal Training

Procurement Law

Sports Law

TMT Law (Technology, Media and Telecommunications)

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AREAS OF PRACTICE OUR PREFERRED AREAS

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Civil Litigation

Corporate & Commercial Law

Divorce Law

Environmental, Mining & Energy Law 

Labour Law

Legal Training

Procurement Law

Sports Law

TMT Law (Technology, Media and Telecommunications)

OUR TEAM LEGAL PRACTITIONERS

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Appolos SHIMAKELENI Founder

Prior to having ventured out on his own to establish ASL, Appolos served as a Senior Legal Officer at the Office of the Government Attorney (Civil Litigation) where he was mainly tasked with appearing in the High Court on behalf of the various Namibian Government Ministries and institutions on a variety of legal matters. Appolos started his legal career in 2012 and has also served in the private sector, where he consulted in diverse areas of law. 

In 2017, Appolos attended the highly acclaimed Holland & Knight lawyer trainee programme in Orlando, Florida, USA. At Holland & Knight, Appolos was mentored by a senior partner and renowned lawyer, Mr. Stephen W. Snively.  Through his legal engagements in the corporate and public sector space, Appolos has been exposed to judicial systems in South Africa, India, China and the USA, after having visited the said countries through various legal exchanges and conferences.

Appolos focuses and serves clients in the areas of Green Energy Law, Mining Law, TTM Law (Technology, Media and Telecommunications), Sports Law, Procurement Law and Corporate & Commercial Law. Appolos acts for several successful Namibian businessman and entities as well as several international businesses from countries like China, Brazil and the United Kingdom.

Other notable achievements:

  • Elected at the Law Society of Namibia Annual General Meeting as a Council member for two terms (2018 – 2021).
  • Appointed as one of the Judges for the Namibia Sports Awards by the Namibia Sport Commission for three terms (2016 to date).
  • Served on the Namibian Music Awards Steering Committee (2011 – 2012).

Qualifications

  • 2022 – Master of Laws: Information Technology Law from University of South Africa
  • 2015 – Admission as a Legal Practitioner of the High Court of Namibia
  • 2012 – Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree from University of Namibia
  • 2010 – Baccalaureus Juris Degree from University of Namibia
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Dineo Namoya Associate

Dineo is an Admitted Legal Practitioner of the High Court of Namibia and attends to matters in the areas of Commercial law, Civil Litigation and Family Law. Dineo also acts as a Company Secretary and provides company secretarial functions to ASL’s corporate clients. Prior to her appointment at ASL, she was employed as a Graduate Market Advisor in the insurance industry. 

 

Other notable achievements:

  • Appointed as a standing member of the Legal Committee under the Student Parliament at the University of Namibia.
  • Appointed as the  Secretary General for the University of Namibia Law Students Council.

Qualifications:

  • 2023 – Admission as a Legal Practitioner of the High Court of Namibia
  • 2019 – Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree from University of Namibia
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Anna Uguanga Associate

Anna holds a Bachelor of Law (Honours) Degree and a Diploma in Alternative and Dispute Resolution from the University of Namibia.  Prior to having joined ASL, she interned at lower courts in Northern Namibia, and completed job shadow exercises at Windhoek based law firms. At ASL, Anna attends to matters in the area of Commercial Law, Family law and general Civil Litigation.

Qualifications:

  • 2023 – Admission as a Legal Practitioner of the High Court of Namibia
  • 2019 – Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree from University of Namibia
  • 2015 – Diploma in Alternative Dispute Resolution
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Hileni Shilamba Legal Practitioner

Hileni has been at ASL since 2018, having initially joined as a student intern. She holds a Bachelor of Law (Honours) Degree from the University of Namibia and is pursuing a Postgraduate Certificate in Compliance Management at the University of Cape Town. Hileni has been molded by the industry through her several job shadowing and internship opportunities. At ASL, she amongst others handles Legal Research, Trust registrations, Debt Collection, Settlement Negotiations and general Civil Litigation. She also acts as the Assistant Company Secretary for ASL’s corporate clients. 

Other notable achievements:

  • Served as a Deputy Secretary of Finance at the University of Namibia’s Law Students Council. 

Qualifications:

  • 2021 – Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree from University of Namibia
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Alisa Haludilu Legal Secretary

Alisa holds a Diploma in Accounting and Auditing from the University of Namibia (UNAM). She is currently pursuing a Honours Degree in Accounting and Auditing with the University of Namibia. She provides the necessary administrative support and ensures operational efficiency for the ASL legal team. 

 

Qualifications:

  • 2022 – Diploma in Accounting and Auditing  
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Leevi Negwila Finance Manager

Leevi holds a MBA Degree in Finance Management from the International University of Management (IUM). He is currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountant (CIMA of London). 

He has previously served at City of Windhoek and at Paragon Investments Holdings in various roles. Leevi leads ASL’s financial department and handles all financial related matters of the firm.

Qualifications:

  • 2018 – Masters Degree in Business Administration-Finance Management from the International University of Management.
  • 2016 – Bachelor Honours Degree in Finance Management from the International University of Management

Other notable achievements:

  • Attended The Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) Southern Africa programme at The University of South Africa (Unisa) in Public Management and Governance (2016).
  • Project Management at Namibia University of Science and Technology through Namibia Business Innovation Institute (2018).
  • Business Model Development at Namibia University of Science and Technology through Namibia Business Innovation Institute (2018).

CSR CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

One of the core values of ASL is our commitment and pledge to give back to the community in which we operate. Amongst others, ASL dedicates time to social responsibility initiatives in various disadvantaged locations. This may be in the form of free legal advice, donations, community campaigns etcetera. In 2022, ASL was awarded the JP Karuaihe Foundation Legal Excellence Award – Social Responsibility at the Annual General Meeting of the Law Society of Namibia.

CONTACT US OUR DETAILS

PHYSICAL ADDRESS

No. 3874, Watt Street,
Windhoek North,
Windhoek, Namibia

CALL US

Tel: (+264) 61 239 915
Cell : (+264) 81 274 7548
Fax : (+264) 886 562 118

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