Patrick Chulu
Patrick Chulu Legal Practitioners (PCLP) is a leading Zambian law firm based in Lusaka, offering trusted legal services across Zambia. We specialise in employment disputes, property law, family and succession matters, company law, commercial transactions, debt recovery, and criminal defence. At PCLP, we are committed to delivering ethical, strategic, and client-focused legal solutions.đź“Ť Visit pclplaw.com to book a consultation or browse our legal publications.
How to Recover a Debt from a Company That Is Refusing to Pay
Every business owner eventually meets the same quiet frustration: an invoice that should have been paid weeks ago, a client who was once easy to reach and now isn’t, and a growing sense that “I’ll sort it out next week”…
The “Standard” Contract Trap: Why Your Supplier’s Fine Print Isn’t on Your Side
Here’s a scenario every business owner will recognize. A new supplier finally comes through — good pricing, decent references, ready to start next week. They send over their contract. It’s labeled “Standard Terms and Conditions.” It looks official, a little…
Not every customs seizure ends the same way.
Sometimes it’s forfeiture — other times release back to the rightful owner.Swipe to see the difference between the two?
Can Your Business Be Sued Because of What an Employee Does?
The honest answer, more often than most owners expect, is this: your business can be held legally responsible for what your employees do — even when you had no idea it was happening. It’s one of the least understood risks…
Appreciation Post
A Moment to Celebrate Two Remarkable Professionals Newly Addmitted To The Bar. Today, we pause to recognize two individuals whose dedication to their craft has not gone unnoticed Chilando Chungu and Priscilla Tendai Chishiba. From the early mornings spent preparing…
Zambia Labour Laws Explained: What Your Pay Slip and Your Work Hours Are Really Telling You
Ever stared at your pay slip and wondered if the number at the bottom is actually fair? Or worked past 5pm one too many times and thought, “surely there’s a law about this”? There is. And most working Zambians have…
Why Is Zambia’s Presidential Inauguration Held on a Tuesday?
Discover why Zambia’s President-elect is sworn into office on a Tuesday, what Article 105 of the Constitution provides, and how election petitions affect the inauguration date. Understanding Zambia’s Presidential Inauguration A presidential inauguration is an important constitutional event marking the…
Real clients. Real outcomes.
We don’t just practice law — we build relationships, on trust, precision, and results. This is what happens when legal expertise meets genuine client care.
Did You Know Shareholders and Directors Can Be Sued Personally?
“I own a limited company, so my personal assets are always protected.” It’s one of the most common beliefs among business owners in Zambia — and one of the most dangerous. The truth is more nuanced: not always. Limited liability…