At Mayet & Associates, we provide strategic and results-driven legal services in Lesotho, focusing on intellectual property, business registration, and regulatory compliance. With years of experience advising local and international clients, our Lesotho office in Maseru is well-positioned to assist you in navigating the country’s evolving legal framework with clarity and confidence.

Whether you’re registering a trademark, launching a company, or ensuring compliance with the Central Bank of Lesotho, our legal team delivers practical solutions tailored to your needs.

Trademark & Intellectual Property Services in Lesotho

Protecting your intellectual assets is critical for brand longevity. We assist clients with:

• Trademark registration and renewals with the Lesotho Industrial Property Office

• Objections and oppositions to trademark applications

• IP portfolio management for local and international brands

• Copyright and patent advice

• Enforcement of IP rights through litigation and administrative action

Our IP law team ensures that your trademarks, designs, and inventions are fully protected under Lesotho’s Industrial Property Order No. 5 of 1989 and international treaties.

Company Formation & Legal Compliance

Lesotho is a growing market for cross-border trade and investment. Whether you’re a startup or an established business expanding into Lesotho, we offer:

• Company registration and incorporation

• Drafting of shareholder agreements and memoranda of incorporation

• Business license and trade permit applications

• Corporate governance advisory

• Tax registration (VAT, PAYE, LRA compliance)

We also advise on regulatory obligations under the Companies Act of Lesotho and assist with post-incorporation changes such as director amendments and share transfers.

Regulatory & Financial Services Compliance

Compliance with Lesotho’s financial regulatory framework is key to successful business operations. We assist clients with:

• Navigating Central Bank of Lesotho requirements

• Compliance with the Insurance Act 2014 and Pension Funds Act 2019

• Financial services licensing

• AML/KYC obligations for accountable institutions

• Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements

Cross-Border Legal Services

As a firm operating across Maseru and Bloemfontein, we assist clients with cross-border legal needs between Lesotho and South Africa, including:

• Enforcement of foreign judgments

• Trade mark protection in SACU countries

• Structuring joint ventures, distribution agreements, and licensing deals

• Advising on customs law and regional trade regulations

Why Choose Mayet & Associates?

✅ Offices in Maseru and Bloemfontein
✅ Deep understanding of Lesotho’s legal landscape
✅ Trusted by multinationals, SMEs, and professionals
✅ Responsive, cost-effective legal solutions
✅ Fluent in cross-border commercial and compliance law

📞 Contact Us for Legal Services in Lesotho

Ready to protect your IP, register your business, or ensure compliance in Lesotho?

Call: +266 2231 2101
Email: admin@mayet.law