About the Ghana Bar Association
Who We Are
The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) is the premier professional body representing lawyers in Ghana. Established to promote and protect the interests of the legal profession, the GBA serves as the collective voice of lawyers across the nation, advocating for justice, the rule of law, and the highest standards of legal practice.
As an independent and self-regulating organization, the Ghana Bar Association plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and professionalism of the legal profession. We are committed to upholding ethical standards, promoting legal education, and ensuring access to justice for all citizens.
Our Mission
To promote legal professionalism, uphold the rule of law, protect the independence of the legal profession, and ensure access to justice for all members of society.
Our Vision
To be a leading professional body that champions excellence in legal practice, advocates for justice and human rights, and contributes to the development of Ghana's legal system.
Core Values
Integrity, Professionalism, Excellence, Justice, Independence, and Service to Society.
Our Role
The Ghana Bar Association serves multiple critical functions within the legal ecosystem. We provide continuing legal education to our members, advocate for law reform, represent the profession in national discourse, and maintain disciplinary standards to ensure ethical conduct among practitioners.
Through our various committees and initiatives, we address contemporary legal challenges, promote access to justice, and work collaboratively with government institutions, civil society, and international partners to strengthen the rule of law in Ghana.