GBA Presidential Candidate 2024
Mrs. Efua Ghartey is a highly accomplished lawyer with a distinguished career spanning over thirty years. Called to the bar on October 4th, 1991, she has established herself as an expert in various fields of law, including Corporate and Commercial Law, Trade and Investment Law, Intellectual Property Law, Property Law, and Alternative Dispute Resolution. Her candidacy represents a unique opportunity for the GBA to benefit from her vast experience and visionary leadership.
Legal Practice and Expertise
With an impressive legal career, Efua Ghartey has specialized in several critical areas of law. Her expertise in corporate and commercial law has allowed her to negotiate complex contracts, such as the recent 57 million Euro renewal for the construction of the La General Hospital. Additionally, her deep understanding of Intellectual Property Law, Trade and Investment Law, Property Law, and Alternate Dispute Resolution has made her a sought-after legal mind in Ghana and internationally.
Leadership Vision
Efua Ghartey’s leadership vision for the GBA is both ambitious and pragmatic. She aims to prioritize the healthcare and welfare of members, ensuring that the well-being of lawyers is at the forefront of her agenda. Recognizing the need for fair compensation, she plans to engage Heads of Chambers and Institutions to ensure that junior lawyers receive decent remuneration.
Efua is also committed to fostering a cordial and effective relationship between the Bar and Bench, emphasizing the importance of communication and mutual respect. She envisions a GBA that reclaims its role as an impartial and critical voice in national discourse, advocating for justice and fairness.
Her vision extends beyond Ghana. She seeks to forge healthy partnerships with international bars and organize exchange programs to provide GBA members with global exposure. Additionally, she plans to organize frequent training sessions on niche and emerging legal practice areas, ensuring that GBA members remain at the cutting edge of the profession. A key part of her vision is transforming the GBA portal into a comprehensive ICT hub for education and knowledge transfer, making it a valuable resource for all members.
What makes her the best candidate?
Efua Ghartey’s extensive experience and proven track record make her the ideal candidate for the GBA presidency. Having served on the National Executive for ten years and as President of the Greater Accra Regional Bar for six years, she has firsthand knowledge of the challenges lawyers face. Her experience under seven different bar presidents and as a member of eleven bar committees has equipped her with the knowledge and foundation to lead the GBA effectively.
Past and Current Leadership Achievements
Efua’s leadership extends beyond the GBA. She was the immediate past Chair of the United Bible Societies, a global organization operating in over 200 countries and territories. In Ghana, she has served as Chairperson of the Bible Society of Ghana and World Vision Ghana. Her contributions to governance are further highlighted by her service on over 20 boards, both private and governmental. Recently, she was appointed as a member of the Governing Board of the National Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre.
Conclusion
Efua Ghartey’s candidacy for President of the GBA represents a historic opportunity for the association to be led by a woman with unparalleled experience, vision, and commitment to justice. Her leadership promises to prioritize the welfare of GBA members, foster better relationships within the legal community, and ensure that the GBA remains a critical voice in Ghana's national discourse.