Mohammed Ali Kehlil Charef and Mamoune Kettani recently founded MK Partners. The team advise foreign investors through equity investments, joint ventures, company formations and branch openings.
Commercial, corporate and M&A in Morocco
MK Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Mohamed Ali Khelil Charef; Mamoune Kettani
Principaux clients
Mercadona
Johnson & Johnson
S2M
Vivo Energy
COPAG
Lesieur Cristal
AXA Assurance
LafargeHolcim
Retail Holding
Yamed
Principaux dossiers
- Advised AXA Assurance Maroc on the acquisition of a 30% stake in Tenor Finances. The transaction was structured through several UCITS to comply with Moroccan insurance regulations before final transfer to AXA post-approval.
- Advised the Ladnany family on the sale of their equity stake in Brior Group to COLUMBUS 1. The transaction involved a strategic corporate reorganisation into a société anonyme, an innovative capital structuring mechanism, and bespoke governance frameworks.
- Advised a member of the Sefroui family on the sale of majority stakes in Afric Phar, Pharmis and Partner Lab, three key Moroccan pharmaceutical companies. The transaction included complex shareholding transfers, customised contractual mechanisms, regulatory compliance, and dual governance schemes.
A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman assists leading corporates, investment banks, investors and governments. The team have extensive experience handling complex corporate, private equity, M&A and capital markets transactions across the financial services, transport, mining and infrastructure sectors. The practice is jointly led by Hicham Naciri, well-versed in M&A, joint ventures and regulatory matters in the banking, insurance and tourism industries, alongside Yassir Ghorbal, who has over two and a half decades of experience capabilities in M&A and joint ventures. Ralph Salameh is well-versed in complex and high-value M&A matters, particularly the commercial issues involved in structuring and executing transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Hicham Naciri; Yassir Ghorbal
Autres avocats clés:
Ralph Salameh
Principaux clients
Al Mada
CTM
Managem
Veolia
Saham Group
Holmarcom
Ciments du Maroc
OCP Group
Inwi
Marsa Maroc
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Saham Group on its acquisition of Société Générale Marocaine de Banques and La Marocaine Vie.
- Advised Holmarcom on the acquisition of the entire 78.7% stake held by Crédit Agricole SA in Crédit du Maroc.
- Advised Inwi on its historic partnership with Maroc Telecom and Etisalat in two joint ventures to accelerate fiber and 5G rollout in Morocco.
Ashurst
Ashurst has launched its new office in Casablanca, bolstered by the arrival of new managing partner Ouns Lemseffer.
Baker & McKenzie Maroc
Baker & McKenzie Maroc‘s wide-ranging practice encompasses complex corporate M&A deals, joint ventures and global corporate reorganisations, with a particular specialism advising on North and West African, as well as Middle Eastern, cross-border deals. The firm’s well-established client base includes multinational energy, healthcare and hospitality companies. The team is spearheaded by managing partner Kamal Nasrollah, who is well-versed in acquisitions, corporate reorganisations and private equity matters. Keltoum Boudribila provides additional expertise on M&A deals which intersect competition and employment issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kamal Nasrollah
Autres avocats clés:
Keltoum Boudribila
Les références
‘Excellent responsiveness in handling requests and a good understanding of our business.’
‘Good listening skills and concrete responses to expressed needs.’
‘The team’s strength lies in its accessibility and mobilisation. They are very responsive to the issues raised and have a wide range of skills, allowing them to address most of the concerns of our clients.’
Principaux clients
Office National des Hydrocarbures et des Mines
United Airlines
Varian
Cochlear Limited
Accor
Principaux dossiers
- Advising the Office of Hydrocarbons and Mining in connection with various issues with their activities and partners in Morocco.
Clifford Chance
Clifford Chance is noted for its expertise in high-value private equity deals, joint ventures and strategic partnerships. Its wide-ranging practice covers a full scope of listed and non-listed M&A, disposals, funds and regulatory compliance, as well as general commercial and corporate advice. Mustapha Mourahib and Frédéric Giancarli jointly lead the team. Mourahib is well-versed in large-scale cross-border M&A and private equity transactions, with a more recent focus on the renewable energy sector, while Giancarli is noted for advising investors and corporates across the consumer goods, telecoms and insurance sectors.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mustapha Mourahib; Frédéric Giancarli
Les références
‘Clifford Chance is great at handling complex matters thanks to its strong team and ability to work smoothly across offices in Paris, Brussels, the US, and Casablanca. Their support has been consistently strong across corporate structuring, regulatory strategy, capital markets, and dispute resolution, making them a reliable partner for complex, cross-border matters.’
‘I highly recommend Clifford Chance. They consistently deliver exceptional work and stand out as a top-tier firm in the market.’
‘The Clifford Chance team was consistently responsive, thoughtful, and commercially minded, even under extremely tight deadlines. Every team member delivered with calm professionalism and often exceeded expectations in every aspect of the deal they were involved in.’
Principaux clients
OCP Group
TE H2
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC
A.P. Møller Capital
Africa 50
Principaux dossiers
- Advising a consortium formed by TE H2, A.P. Moller and Copenhagen Infrastructure Energy Transition Fund in connection with the development of the largest H2 project in Africa with an expected multibillion-dollar capex.
- Advised Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC and Africa Finance Corporation on their respective equity investments in Xlinks First Limited.
- Advising OCP Group on the setting up of the largest hydrogen joint venture between OCP and Fortescue, the JV aims to supply green hydrogen, ammonia, and fertilisers to Morocco, Europe and international markets. It includes the potential development of manufacturing facilities and an R&D hub.
Gide Loyrette Nouel
Gide Loyrette Nouel is reputed for its expertise in structuring complex local and foreign investments on acquisitions of listed and non-listed companies, as well as the sale and purchase of assets. The practice spans an array of industries, including oil and gas, banking and energy. The team is jointly led by Simon Auquier, who is well-versed in corporate acquisitions and divestments, foreign investments and industrial partnerships, alongside Chloé Joachim De Larivière, who specialises in M&A, private equity and corporate law in the retail, consumer goods and pharmaceutical sectors. Salim Zobiri advises on cross-border transactions and investment projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Simon Auquier; Chloé Joachim de La Riviere
Autres avocats clés:
Salim Zobiri
Les références
‘The team is multi-disciplinary with good collaboration between the partners. This helps cover a wide range of issues as needed.’
‘The individuals are competent, but most importantly, all the partners handle the issues at hand with an exceptional sense of urgency.’
‘The team is miles ahead of any other Moroccan M&A practice.’
Principaux clients
Baobab Group
Mohammed VI Fund for Investment
Med Shipping Company
Terminal Investment Limited
Votorantim Cimentos
ENGIE
International Finance Corporation
YAM Invest
AXA SA
AON
AXA Assurance Maroc
Spirit Aerosystems
Sentury Tire
OCP Green Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the Brazilian conglomerate Votorantim Cimentos on the sale of its cement-related activities and assets in Tunisia and Morocco.
- Advising the majority shareholders of Baobab Group, including Apis Partners, Abler Nordic, and AXA IM Alts, on the sale of a controlling interest in Baobab Group, a micro-finance services provider in 7 African countries, to Beltone, a financial services provider focused on the MENA region and headquartered in Egypt.
- Advised M6FI on the acquisition from Siemens and Endesa of a minority stake in Energie Electrique de Tahaddart, a Moroccan company which develops and operates a combined cycle power plant in Morocco.
ADNA
ADNA is noted for its expertise in M&A, joint ventures and private equity matters, with a well-established client list featuring financial institutions, as well as international and national corporates spanning an array of industries, including the automotive, agribusiness, transportation and pharmaceutical sectors. The practice is spearheaded by transactional lawyer Safia Fassi-Fihri, who excels in M&A deals and joint ventures. Ghita Berrada and Dina Benjelloun are equipped to handle all aspects of a transaction, from due diligence to the drafting and negotiation of transaction documents.
Responsables de la pratique:
Safia Fassi Fihri
Autres avocats clés:
Dina Benjelloun; Ghita Berrada
Les références
‘The team is very well structured, understands how to navigate the Moroccan legal system and keeps the business objective in their aim.’
‘Each member of the team is highly knowledgeable in their field and manages well every tiny detail of a transaction. They keep the business objectives in mind and try to optimise the time to achieve the transaction.’
Principaux clients
Butec
Stellantis
Sanlam
Invictus Investment
IFC
Sabis Group
Suprajit Engineering
CAM Négoce
Atlas Fruit Co.
Atlas Capital
Principaux dossiers
ASAFO & CO. MOROCCO Sarl
ASAFO & CO. MOROCCO Sarl is particularly well-versed in fund structuring in the private equity sector, advising at all stages of the investment cycle. The team frequently act for privately held and public companies, financial institutions, investment funds and start-ups, with wide-ranging capabilities encompassing cross-border M&A, private equity, leveraged buyouts and corporate restructurings. The team is spearheaded by Patrick Larrivé, with strong credentials advising private equity funds, governments and investors on large-scale investments and projects. Mouna Boubia is equipped to handle M&A transactions, private equity, joint ventures and complex commercial contracts.
Responsables de la pratique:
Patrick Larrivé
Autres avocats clés:
Mouna Boubia
Principaux clients
Adenia Partners
Norfund
Mediterrania Capital Partners
Growthgate Capital Corporation and Euromena III
Admaius Capital Partners
Imperium Holding
RG Group
Betlone Capital
Outsourcia
Purple Hedge Resources
SAHAM Group and Tana Africa Capital
Red Med Private Equity
Laprophan
Akdital
Holged
The Tazi Family
Africinvest
Kasada Capital Management
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Admaius Capital Partners on the acquisition of St. Christopher Iba Mar Diop Medical School, one of the largest private medical training institutions in Francophone Africa, to foster a new generation of healthcare professionals in West Africa.
- Advised Norfund in its latest investment in CrossBoundary Energy, doubling its stake in the company to $80m. With this latest investment, Norfund aims to further scale sustainable energy projects, enhance energy accessibility, and contribute to economic growth in underserved regions.
- Advised Purple Hedge Resources in its acquisition of Compagnie Minière d’Oumejrane from Groupe Managem.
Bennani & Associés
Bennani & Associés has a particular specialism in assisting international companies and foreign law firms with M&A and joint venture transactions. The firm’s well-established client list covers a variety of industries, including technology, energy, agribusiness and healthcare. Mehdi Bennani spearheads the practice, recognised for his depth of experience in corporate, commercial and M&A matters. Mahdi Yamnahaddou is equipped to handle corporate and distressed company law, as well as M&A.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mehdi Bennani
Autres avocats clés:
Madhi Yamnahaddou
Les références
‘Bennani & Associés stands out for its expertise in corporate, commercial and cross-border transactions. The team provides precise, practical, and business-focused advice, combining strong legal knowledge with an excellent grasp of regulatory requirements. Compared to other firms, they offer a more solutions-driven and commercially savvy approach, ensuring smooth execution of complex deals. They are collaborative and efficient in using technology, making them a trusted partner for international clients.’
‘Mehdi M. Bennani is a highly experienced practitioner in corporate and commercial law, whose availability and hands-on oversight are deeply valued. His combination of knowledge and accessibility sets him apart from competitors who may not provide the same level of personal engagement.’
‘Mahdi Yamnahaddou handled the majority of our interactions, and his contribution has been exceptional. He is deeply knowledgeable about the details of the law and impressively connects legal theory with practical examples from past cases and transactions. What makes him stand out is not only his command of legal frameworks but also his understanding of the requirements and expectations of official authorities, which adds significant value to cross-border and regulatory-sensitive work. His ability to anticipate and navigate these issues effectively makes him a key asset to the team.’
Principaux clients
AMMC
Adidas
Allianz SE
Alstom
Autodistribution France
Azelis Group NV
Bel SA
Bunzl plc
Cicor Technologies LTD
Convotis
Crown Holdings, Inc.
Demant A/S
Engie
Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Etisalat
FRS Europe
Groupe ProductLife
Huawei
Inspired Education Holding
Koch Ag & Energy Solutions
Omnia Della Toffola S.p.A
Phillips
Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, LLC
Tilleghem
TUI Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advising global insurance giant Allianz SE on a €2 billion joint venture with Sanlam Group, creating a Pan-African insurer with operational assets across 29 African markets outside South Africa.
- Advised Demant A/S, a Danish hearing aid manufacturer that is listed on the Copenhagen stock exchange, on the sale of several subsidiaries to Australia-based Cochlear Limited.
- Acted for Maroc Telecom on the formation of two strategic joint ventures with telecom operator WANA: FiberCo and TowerCo, with a combined capitalisation of over €400 million. The transaction represents a landmark collaboration between Morocco’s two largest telecom operators, following years of legal disputes, and aligns with the country’s “Digital Morocco 2030” strategy to enhance digital infrastructure and broadband access nationwide.
DLA Piper
DLA Piper is noted for its capabilities in private equity, capital markets and M&A transactions, frequently acting for international and local private equity firms, investment funds, industrial groups and investment banks. The firm is jointly led by Christophe Bachelet, Camilia Benani and Benoit de Monval. Bachelet is well-versed in cross-border M&A, private equity, corporate structuring and open bid processes, particularly in the real estate, energy, industrial and consumer goods sectors. Benani acts for investment funds, listed and non-listed companies, with a focus on cross-border deals in the life sciences, financial services and retail space. De Monval provides expertise on M&A, inbound and outbound cross-border investments, primarily in the industrials, energy and natural resources industries.
Responsables de la pratique:
Christophe Bachelet ; Camilia Benani; Benoit de Monval
Autres avocats clés:
Ghita Moussaid
Les références
‘We had an excellent relationship with the DLA team in Morocco. The collaboration was excellent at all levels, the professionalism, understanding of the business and availability to meet the timing deadlines.’
‘Christophe Bachelet is the legal counsel a CEO would like to collaborate with. He understands the business challenges while always keeping the focus on the legal matters that will allow the next steps to be as clear as possible. He is available and a great professional, both technically and in the way he explains the complex situations to make them as understandable as possible. The documentation he produces is of high quality in all aspects.’
‘Flexibility of the team and management, with a strong deal-oriented mindset and a good international network that is essential for cross-border deals.’
Principaux clients
Helios Investment Partners
S.T.A.M
IFU
Amethis Mena Fund II SICAV
CDG Invest Growth
Sothema
CIMAT
Azelis
Development Partners International
Red Med Private Equity
STOA
SPE Capital
Mediterrania Capital Partners
EBRD
Africa50 Infrastructure Acceleration Fund
Nama Fund I
Principaux dossiers
- Advised CDG Invest Growth and the founding shareholders in connection with the sale of all shares held in the share capital of Soludia Maghreb, the leading Moroccan company in haemodialysis products, to Sothema, one of the leading Moroccan pharmaceutical companies. The amount of the transaction was €100m.
- Advised Nama Fund I in 2 joint ventures in the military sector with foreign investors to build, finance and develop factories.
- Advised the shareholders of STAM in the sale of a majority of the share capital of STAM to TGCC, a listed Moroccan construction giant. This acquisition, carried out by STAM’s historical shareholders, is coupled with a capital increase that will allow STAM to boost its stake in VIAS to 80%. The entire transaction values the STAM Group at 4.3 billion dirhams.
Norton Rose Fulbright
Norton Rose Fulbright is particularly active in the financial, energy, infrastructure and transport sectors, frequently assisting regional organisations and foreign investors. The team’s wide-ranging practice strengths include complex M&A, business disposals, joint ventures and asset transfers. Spearheading the practice is Alain Malek, with over two decades of experience, reputed for his depth of M&A and representative cross-border transactions expertise. Marta Giner Asins and Arnaud Sanz provide additional expertise in merger control and competition law, while Anne-Laure Bernard-Bouissières is well-versed in M&A, privatisations and international joint ventures.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alain Malek
Autres avocats clés:
Marta Giner Asins; Arnaud Sanz; Anne-Laure Bernard-Bouissières
Les références
‘Arnaud Sanz provided great support and efficient advice.’
Principaux clients
Société Générale
Hightech Payment Systems
Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy
Intelcia
Afriquia SMDC
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Société Générale in the context of the sale of its Moroccan operations, its stake in Société Générale Marocaine de Banques, including its subsidiaries and the sale of Sogecap’s stake in La Marocaine Vie to Saham Group.
- Advising Hightech Payment Systems, a provider of payment software and solutions listed on the Casablanca Stock Exchange, in relation to the acquisition of CR2, an Irish digital banking and payments software company.
- Advising the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy on the next phases of Morocco’s ambitious solar plan.
UGGC Africa
UGGC Africa ‘s wide-ranging practice encompasses M&A, private equity, joint ventures, as well as corporate restructurings, securities law and commercial contracts, frequently acting for clients in the manufacturing, construction, and electronics sector. The practice is spearheaded by Ali Bougrine, with over two decades of experience working on local and cross-border transactions, specialising in M&A, international investments and private equity. Rim Tazi excels in corporate and commercial, contract and distribution law,while Fabien Gagnerot focuses on M&A acquisitions, sales, joint ventures and contracts. Muriel Bernardin is equipped to handle small and mid-cap transactional matters, corporate governance and intra-group reorganisations.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ali Bougrine
Autres avocats clés:
Rim Tazi; Fabien Gagnerot; Muriel Bernardin
Les références
‘UGGC Africa is a standout firm in corporate law in Morocco and across Africa. The team is simply the best in the market. They have strong expertise and provide us with strategic insight on the most complex transactions.’
‘The team is reliable for international business matters in a jurisdiction where this can be hard to find; they are well-connected and experienced.’
‘Proactive team, always anticipating needs, preventing issues before they happen, and driving ideas forward with initiative and foresight.’
Principaux clients
LafargeHolcim Group
Colas Group
Essilor International SA
Leads.io
Mirova
Gentherm
CMI
Deloitte (one of the Big Four)
Matis Aerospace
Orange Group and Orange OMEAM
Systra Group
Innothera Group
Dahamco
CNX Therapeutics
ESP Holdings
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Leads.io group, a Dutch company specialising in software lead generation, on the acquisition of the minority shareholder’s stake in a Moroccan subsidiary of the Spanish group called Get Up Media Africa, a company which provides call centre services to the said Spanish group and which is owned by the UK subsidiary 75% and the local director 25%.
- Assisted CNX Therapeutics in the acquisition of two pharmaceutical products’ marketing authorisations in France and their corresponding registration decisions in Algeria. The transaction also included the sale of the brands associated with the drug in Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria.
Bakouchi & Habachi - HB Law Firm LLP
Bakouchi & Habachi - HB Law Firm LLP is equipped to handle a wide array of transactions, including privatisation, restructuring, M&A, as well as joint ventures, due diligence and IPO matters. The firm frequently advises banks, financial institutions, local and foreign clients in the energy, oil and gas, manufacturing and IT sectors. The practice is jointly led by Kamal Habachi, who is well-versed in high-profile transactions, regularly advising investment funds on acquisitions, alongside Salima Bakouchi, providing expertise in complex commercial transactions and M&A.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kamal Haachi; Salima Bakouchi
Principaux clients
POLMLEK Group
Fortescue Future Industrie International
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
Attijari Invest
Attijari Finance Corp
Wafasalaf
CDG Capital
CDG Invest Private Equity
CDG Invest Growth
CDG Invest Infrastructure
TotalEnergie Marketing Maroc
Atlas Nord Hydrocarbures
Marsa Maroc AXA Assistance
AXA Assurance
Wafa Assurance
Wafa Imma
Marocaine Vie
Umnia Bank
Wafa Takaful
AXA Takaful
Novares
LISI Aerospace
Al Omrane Group Emaar Group
Compagnie Générale Immobilière
Tanger Med National Agency
Agroplus
Aromafresh
Red Med Capital
3P Fund
Fonds Capmezzanine
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Red Med Capital, a leading player in the Moroccan financial sector, in connection with the sale of minority stakes in two subsidiaries to Azimut Group, an Italian asset management company.
- Advised in connection with the sale of 100% of the share capital of ERAMEDIC to Dislog Dispositifs Médicaux, a subsidiary of Dislog Group, as part of the Group’s growth and development strategy in the healthcare sector.
- Assisting FFI to invest in and develop green energy projects with the Office Cherifien de Phosphate.
CMS Francis Lefebvre Maroc Conseil Juridique et Fiscal
CMS Francis Lefebvre Maroc Conseil Juridique et Fiscal is equipped to handle M&A, corporate and commercial matters, frequently advising on the implementation of new projects, drafting and negotiating contracts, as well as regulatory and transactional M&A matters to clients in the energy, healthcare, and technology sectors. The practice is jointly led by Rachida Charifi, who is well-versed in M&A, investment projects and joint ventures, and Johan Bruneau who is noted for assisting local and multinational companies on commercial and regulatory matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rachida Charifi; Johan Bruneau
Principaux clients
Energy Pool
Eolis
Amiblu
CFAO
Aptiv
Amiblu
Concentrix
CMA CGM
Hays
Fondamental Group
SafranHays
IBM
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Concentrix on Intra-group restructuring within an African project involving 13 Moroccan entities and a French entity of the group previously named Webhelp and on Consolidation of the capital ownership, governance reorganisation and the rebranding of the Moroccan entities pursuant to the global merger between the French group Webhelp and the American group Concentrix.
- Provided Corporate M&A to CFAO within their mobility activities, on intra-group restructuring between two subsidiaries and capital injection.
- Provided Corporate M&A to Aptiv in the context of a cross-border transaction consisting of an intra-group reorganisation to align and simplify the legal structure of certain companies of the Aptiv group, including 5 Moroccan subsidiaries.
Dentons Morocco
Dentons Morocco advises on a wide array of cross-border acquisitions, joint ventures, restructurings and commercial contracts across a variety of industries, including energy, infrastructure, financial services and healthcare. The team is jointly led by managing partner Omar Sayarh, noted for his expertise advising multinational groups, development funds and state-linked entities on strategic joint ventures, corporate restructurings and cross-border acquisitions, and Mehdi Megzari, who is experienced in M&A, corporate governance and private equity matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Omar Sayarh; Mehdi Megzari
Les références
‘Very fast response to the point and good follow-up and closure of the matters.’
‘Strong partner with a very good team of dedicated lawyers.’
Principaux clients
Chaoui Family
Gotion High-Tech
ENGIE Energy Services International, S.A.
Aya Gold & Silver Inc.
Maroc Numeric Fund II
University Atlantic UNA
CIM Santé Group
NAMA Holding
Stena Line Holding B.V.
BB Energy
Sun Pharma
Smartfit
Gotion
Oncorad Group
TAQA
Samskip
Pratt & Whitney
Al Shaya
Canpack
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.
Volkswagen group
FORTESCUE
ACTIS Holding
Madaëf
Uber
Al Jammaz Group
UPM Sénégal
WorleyParsons
Xiaomi
TRICON
Marsa Maroc
Boluda Group
Krafess Family
Daimler Truck AG
AB Volvo
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the Chaoui Family, founders and owners of Afric-Phar, as part of the sellers, in one the largest acquisitions in Morocco’s pharmaceutical sector, USD 220 million – the sale of leading companies Afric-Phar, Pharmis and Partner Lab to Pharma Capital, a subsidiary of the Sefrioui Group.
- Assisted CIM Santé Group, leader in integrated healthcare solutions, on the acquisition of Clinique Al Farabi following the Group’s recent expansion with the acquisition of Clinique Ville Verte and Clinique Oliviers.
- Assisted Capital Croissance, an investment fund managed by BMCE Capital Investments, a subsidiary of the Bank of Africa group, in its investment of USD 7.5 million in Building Logistics and Services, a subsidiary of H&S Invest Holding.
Filali Kadiri & Associes is adept in handling a wide array of M&A and private equity transactions, recently growing its venture capital and cross-border transactions offering. The team is led by Ali Filali, who is well-versed in capital market transactions, corporate governance and structuring joint ventures. Othmane Drissi Kaitouni has been active on notable deals.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ali Filali
Autres avocats clés:
Othmane Drissi Kaitouni
Les références
‘The firm demonstrates sharp legal expertise, particularly in corporate law. Excellent interpersonal skills and great intellectual rigor. Shows great availability and stress resistance, as well as strong ethics.’
‘Available and responsive, strong listening skills, strategy and inventiveness. Easy to get along with.’
Principaux clients
Austroid Corporation
Metaplast SRL
Riaya Industries
CMGP Group
Sterifil
Maroclear
Africare
Botanic Pharma
Building Logistics & Services
Planet Sport
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Building Logistics & Services in the acquisition of a 100% stake in La Voie Express, a company leader in the logistic industry.
- Advised the founder of AFROBIOMEDIC in the sale of a 100% stake in AFROBIOMEDIC to Dislog Dispositif Médicaux.
- Advised Botanic Pharma and its shareholder, Mr. Amine Tahiri, on the acquisition by Laprophan of a majority stake in Botanic Pharma.
LPA Law
LPA Law is equipped to handle a wide array of corporate and M&A matters, frequently advising Moroccan and foreign companies, institutions and multilateral development banks. The practice is spearheaded by Romain Berthon, who combines significant experience in M&A and real estate. Marc Veuillot is well-versed in restructuring projects and provides additional expertise in tax law. Zineb Gaouane joined the Casablanca office, bolstering the team with over two decades of experience in business law and a particular specialism in the energy sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
Romain Berthon
Autres avocats clés:
Marc Veuillot; Zineb Gaouane