"Shaping Thinkers, Building Legal Writers"
Key Learning Areas
- Legal Research Methodology & Sources of Law
- Structuring Legal Arguments
- Writing Case Briefs, Legal Opinions, and Essays
- Common Pitfalls in Legal Writing and How to Avoid Them
- OSCOLA Referencing and Academic Writing Standards
Meet Our Facilitators
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Derick Ohemeng-Mensah, D.S.E.F., B.A (Hons)., LL.B (London)., LL.M (London), C.Med., MCIArb., PhD (Cand).
LECTURER, ARBITRATOR AND LEGAL RESEARCH EXPERT.
Derick Ohemeng-Mensah is a distinguished academic, adjudicator, and governance specialist with expertise in legal theory, jurisprudence, corporate governance, and alternative dispute resolution. He lectures at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), delivering industry-focused instruction in commercial law, governance, and ADR. He previously lectured at the University of Ghana Business School for over a decade, significantly shaping academic discourse and mentoring thousands of students. Ohemeng-Mensah studied at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and later earned his LL.B and LL.M from the University of Westminster, London. He is currently a PhD student at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), specialising in governance, institutional accountability, and organisational ethics. A Chartered Mediator and Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb), he has adjudicated complex commercial and corporate disputes and is widely respected for his fairness, analytical rigour, and sound judgment. As Principal Consultant at AspiraLaw Academic Consult, he leads curriculum development, research initiatives, and capacity-building programmes aimed at strengthening legal education and professional competence. His intellectual depth, strategic leadership, and sustained commitment to mentorship position him as an influential voice in legal scholarship, governance, and ADR practice. His session delivers a practical, technology-enabled approach to strengthening long-term writing performance. Participants will engage with modern digital research tools, writing-enhancement applications, and structured drafting systems. The session also addresses common grammatical, analytical, structural, and citation errors, providing clear, actionable strategies to identify and remedy weaknesses in legal writing.
Benjamin Tachie Antiedu, Esq.
LAWYER, LEGAL RESEARCHER, AUTHOR.
Benjamin Tachie Antiedu is a distinguished Ghanaian lawyer, legal author and parliamentary professional with extensive experience in legal research, legislative processes and statutory interpretation. Over the course of his career in the Parliamentary Service of Ghana, he has provided expert support to parliamentary committees, contributed to the refinement of Bills and subsidiary legislation and advised Members of Parliament on procedure, drafting and constitutional compliance. He is the author of three notable books that have contributed significantly to public legal education and Ghana’s legislative practice: "Reading the Law", "Parliamentary Language in Ghana: The Citizen’s Guide", and "Subsidiary Legislation in Ghana: Principles, Practice and Procedure". Benjamin’s expertise spans legal writing, legislative drafting, judicial language, governance processes and parliamentary administration. His works and professional practice demonstrate a unique ability to simplify complex legal concepts while maintaining analytical rigour and doctrinal accuracy. As a facilitator, he offers highly practical training in legal writing and legislative communication, drawing on real-world examples from court processes, statutory interpretation and parliamentary practice. His presentations are structured, engaging and tailored to the needs of legal practitioners, public officers, students, and governance professionals. Benjamin Tachie Antiedu, Esq., stands out as a committed scholar-practitioner dedicated to improving the quality of legal and parliamentary discourse in Ghana.
Irene Ansa-Asare Horsham
RECTOR, MOUNTCREST UNIVERSITY COLLEGE & FOUNDER, HORSHAM EDUCATION AND CONSULTING LTD
Irene Ansa-Asare Horsham is a visionary legal practitioner, institutional strategist, and governance expert whose career spans law, governance and higher education management. With over 20 years of leadership in policy consulting, institutional reform, and advocacy, Irene is regarded as a powerful voice in reimagining African higher education and regulatory systems for long-term impact. She currently serves as Lead Consultant at Horsham Education and Consulting Ltd, a Ghana-based governance & strategy firm supporting institutions across public, private and international development sectors. In 2020, Irene made history as the youngest person appointed head of a tertiary institution in Ghana when she assumed leadership of MountCrest University College — a testament to her trailblazing leadership and her commitment to reimagining education for the next generation. At MountCrest, Irene has spearheaded comprehensive institutional reforms across academic quality, governance structures, stakeholder relations, and strategic planning, positioning the university for a new era of innovation and relevance. A pioneering figure in the legal fraternity, Irene was the first African woman to practice as a barrister on the Wales and Chester Circuit of the Bar of England and Wales. She was also admitted to the Ghana Bar in 2004. Irene is currently a doctoral candidate at the University of Bath pursuing a DBA in Higher Education Management, focused on social innovation and legal education reform. She has earned other academic credentials including an LL.M in International Commercial Law (specialising in Comparative Corporate Governance) and an MBA, both from Cardiff University. She also holds an LLB Law degree from the University of Leicester. Irene is the creator of “UNAPOLOGETIC: Musings of an Educated African Woman”, a bold and culturally rooted platform that reflects her commitment to voice, equity, and leadership. Her session bridges theoretical knowledge and practical writing techniques essential for both academia and practice.
Godwin Mawuli Atatsi
Legal Researcher & Moderator
Godwin Mawuli Atatsi is an emerging legal academic and aspiring lawyer dedicated to elevating the standards of legal research, legal writing, and academic excellence among law students and early-career professionals. As the Co-Founder and Programmes Coordinator of AspiraLaw Academic Consult, he plays a strategic role in designing, managing, and delivering high-impact legal education programmes that bridge the gap between theory and practice. His work centres on developing practical learning frameworks, coordinating knowledge-sharing sessions, and shaping curriculum that strengthens competencies essential for successful legal practice. Godwin holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Marketing & Entrepreneurship) from the University of Ghana, Legon, where he built a strong foundation in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic communication. He is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) at MountCrest University College, with academic interests spanning constitutional law, contract law, tort law, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), legal method, and legal interpretation. A passionate advocate for legal research and structured legal writing, Godwin is committed to demystifying complex legal concepts and promoting clarity, precision, and critical analysis within the legal profession. His academic work reflects a philosophy anchored in evidence-based reasoning and accessibility—ensuring that students are not only informed but empowered to navigate the law with confidence. Godwin is not only a dedicated legal scholar and academic but also a dynamic entrepreneur. His entrepreneurial ventures demonstrate a strong aptitude for identifying opportunities, creating value, and translating ideas into tangible business outcomes.