About Us
KAWAT Lawyers is a firm with extensive local and international training and experience. We are committed to serving our clients diligently, delivering timely and effective solutions at a reasonable cost. We aim to earn our clients’ trust and confidence through a friendly yet professional approach. Our areas of special expertise include, but are not limited to:
- Commercial and Corporate advice
- Banking and Finance
- Property development and Construction
- Tax
- Resources and Energy
- Infrastructure
- Parliamentary Laws and Regulations
- Commercial Litigation
Areas of Practice
Corporate & Commercial
We provide expert guidance and comprehensive support to clients across a broad spectrum of commercial components.
Banking & Finance
Full-service banking and finance practice with in-depth knowledge and practical experience across Papua New Guinea.
Natural Resource Law
Extensive experience in petroleum sector litigation, agreements, and commercial contracts.
Employment
Expert advice on labour law, workplace compliance, and occupational health matters.
Tax
Advisory on the Tax Act, including tax litigation and compliance.
Public Law
- Transportation, aviation matters
- Financial services and security
- Corporate transactions
- Securitization
- Tax litigation
Debt Recovery
Recovery of outstanding debts including pre-litigation demands, negotiations, and enforcement where necessary.
Criminal Law
Representation and defense for clients facing criminal prosecution.
Election Petitions
Expert guidance and support in election petition matters under the law.
Dispute Resolution
Resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation strategies.
Intellectual Property
Support in patent, trademark, and copyright matters.
Property
Advisory and representation in property law matters.