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Shaped by our diverse backgrounds and depth of global experience, we help to foster better legal systems that can be shown to be effective and transformative.

Hook Tangaza, founded in 2016 by Alison Hook and Nankunda Katangaza, brings together an international and multidisciplinary team with decades of combined global expertise in the legal, justice and related business sectors. We are not a provider of legal services, though we have qualified lawyers from different jurisdictions in our ranks, working alongside economists and public policy experts. These diverse academic backgrounds and years of work experience shape our view that a fair, open and well-run legal sector can transform economies, businesses, societies and even individual lives, for the better. We love nothing more than working with ambitious organisations and individuals seeking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you.

Our Team

Alison leads on technical assistance, trade, and regulatory work, applying her global legal sector expertise to reform and development projects.

Alison Hook

Director

Ese plays an active role in research and policy development projects, producing analysis and recommendations for legal sector reform initiatives.

Eseohe Itua

Junior Analyst

Gina leads the operations for the Association of Costs Lawyers Training (ACLT), employed by Hook Tangaza to deliver operational leadership.

Gina Wilderman

Head of Operations, ACL Training

Based in Brussels, Heike leads on legal services, compliance, trade in services, and strategic EU legal and policy advisory.

Heike Lörcher

Director (EU)

Madeleine leads the development of education-focused projects and consultancy services across the legal training sector.

Madeleine Jenness

Head of Business (Education & Training)

Nankunda leads on engagement with institutions and firms on market intelligence, strategic growth, and legal sector innovation.

Nankunda Katangaza

Director

Rebecca leads operations for the Central Applications Board (CAB), overseeing delivery and stakeholder engagement on behalf of Hook Tangaza.

Rebecca Bramble McDade

Senior Accounts Manager

Sarah supports LawQWE operations and brings expertise in legal education and training to Hook Tangaza’s learning initiatives.

Sarah Fellows

Education & Training Advisor

Stephanie oversees internal operations, supporting the smooth delivery of projects and coordination across the Hook Tangaza team.

Stephanie Do Canto e Castro

Business & Operations Manager

Sai works across research and consultancy projects, applying analytical insight to legal and policy challenges in the UK and international contexts.

Sundaram Balasubramanian

Junior Consultant

What our clients say

Hook Tangaza has been our go-to research partner in recent years, thanks to their deep knowledge of all corners of the legal sector, ability to find and shed new insights on sector data, flexibility in responding to our needs, and unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality work. Their contributions have been indispensable in helping us achieve our regulatory objectives and uphold the highest standards within the costs profession.

Kate Wellington, Chief Executive, Costs Lawyer Standards Board

We are immensely grateful for the exceptional support provided by Hook Tangaza. Their expertise was instrumental in enhancing our capacity to act as the AML/CFT supervisor for the legal profession in Kenya. We significantly improved our understanding of AML/CFT risks and developed a robust Workplan. Their guidance in fostering risk-based thinking and governance has been invaluable, equipping us with the necessary tools to supervise the legal profession. We highly recommend Hook Tangaza for their professionalism, dedication, and profound impact on our institution.

Mwathi Kitonga, Deputy CEO/Director Compliance & Ethics Directorate, Law Society of Kenya

We worked with Hook Tangaza on assessments of the impact of our pro bono work in Sierra Leone and how it could be more effectively organised and delivered. Hook Tangaza were excellent – they understood both how UK lawyers do international pro bono work and the Sierra Leone context, and made some very useful recommendations. They were a pleasure to work with.

Richard Honey KC, Barrister at Francis Taylor Building & Chairman of the steering group of the UK Sierra Leone Pro Bono Network

I personally appreciate the professionalism, efficiency and the incisive skill with which Hook Tangaza analysed the multiple issues of this growing organisation. Your advice has been invaluable and has enabled us to rectify structural and governance issues which militated against our important mission. I would not hesitate to recommend the highly valued services of Hook Tangaza.

Yemi Candide-Johnson, President, Lagos Court of Arbitration