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How do I create an account on the platform?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
It is easy to create an account
on AfricanLaw, you can Sign Up here
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How do I become a member of the AfricanLaw Network®?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
The AfricanLaw Network® is open
for all African legal professionals, you can Join here. All Participating African Lawyers automatically
become members of the AfricanLaw Network®. Participating Lawyers are
carefully selected according to their years of experience, registration
with their Bar Associations or Law Societies, responsiveness and
reliability. Lawyers can Sign Up
here.
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Is listing on the AfricanLaw platform paid?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
No, you can list yourself or your firm for FREE and start securing clients. You can upgrade at any time to a Premium/Paid account which comes with more benefits. You can email us on support@africanlaw.africa for more details.
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What information should I include in my profile?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
Lawyers with complete and strong profiles secure more clients and work on AfricanLaw. You can make sure your profile is fully completed by editing it through your account dashboard. Your lawyer profile should show relevant practice areas, educational qualifications as well any important awards and memberships.
In the Practice Areas section, please limit your selections to Legal Areas & Subcategories that best represent your current practice focus and expertise. This also ensures that we'll only email you job posts that are relevant to your practice.
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Is it possible to have other lawyers from our firm listed under the firm?
AF
AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
Yes, it is possible to invite other lawyers from the firm. This can be done through the Invite Member button on your lawyer profile. You can also contact us for any assistance.
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How can I ensure that clients pay in time?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
AfricanLaw handles all payments and requires advance payments from clients before a lawyer commences work. On receipt of an order, the system notifies you whether advance payment has been made or payment is pending. Special arrangements can also be made.
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How soon will fees be remitted to my account?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
Payments will be made to Lawyers on regular intervals (30, 60 and 90 days). Please see the Terms of Use for Participating Lawyers for further details. Special arrangements can also be made.
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Can I take Clients I secured on AfricanLaw off the platform?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
No. Any Participating Lawyer who acquires a client through our platform, must transact with the client through the platform on all transactions including future work. Taking clients off the AfricanLaw will result in your removal from the platform and the AfricaIP Network®. Please see the Terms of Use for Participating Lawyers for further details.
Here are some of the benefits of transacting through our platform:
-We manage invoicing, payments and collections on your behalf;
- A built-in 24/7customer support service for all clients
In the event that a client requests to work with you outside the AfricanLaw platform, kindly advise them of the Terms of Use for Participating Lawyers or send us an email on support@allthingsipforafrica.com.
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How can I secure more clients or work?
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AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
A complete and strong profile secures more clients and work. Responsiveness, reliability, professionalism and competitive fees are also critical for securing more clients.
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Can I create additional services out of those listed on the platform?
AF
AfricanLaw
AfricanLaw Team
Yes, you can create additional services and invoices through your dashboard.
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