David Maila is an Associate at BarLex Attorneys and a multidisciplinary professional with a strong foundation in both accounting and law, offering a rare blend of financial and legal expertise in tax, commercial, and regulatory matters.
He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the Institute of Finance Management (IFM) and qualified as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-T) in 2020. He further advanced his legal career by obtaining a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (PGDLP) from the Law School of Tanzania, equipping him with full professional qualification as an Advocate.
David began his legal career at NexLaw Advocates in 2017, where he gained substantial experience in tax advisory, corporate compliance, and commercial legal practice. During his tenure, he developed a strong technical understanding of tax law and its intersection with accounting principles allowing him to provide highly analytical and commercially grounded legal solutions.
He later joined BarLex Attorneys as an Associate, where he continues to advise and represent clients on complex tax disputes, regulatory compliance issues, and commercial transactions. His dual qualification in accounting and law gives him a distinct advantage in interpreting financial records, identifying tax risks, and developing effective dispute resolution strategies.
David has advised and handled tax and commercial matters for a range of prominent corporate clients, including Serengeti Breweries Limited, Yara Tanzania Limited, Tanzania International Petroleum Reserves Limited (TIPER), and KEC International Limited, among others. His work spans tax audits, objection proceedings, tax litigation, regulatory compliance reviews, and advisory on cross-border and domestic tax structures.
He is recognized for his analytical precision, strong attention to detail, and ability to bridge the gap between legal reasoning and financial analysis, making him a valuable asset in complex tax and commercial advisory engagements.