ADNA is well regarded for its corporate and commercial expertise in Algeria, offering comprehensive services in M&A, corporate restructurings, joint ventures, and project financing. The firm counsels a broad of range of clients in both local and cross-border matters, including international corporations, investment funds, and key players in sectors such as telecommunications, infrastructure, and energy. Team head Foued Bourabiat regularly assists major international companies and investors regarding their investments and financings in Algeria, and Fayçal Zedek is also a key member of the team.

Bennani & Associés LLP regularly advises domestic and multinational clients on major corporate and commercial mandates. The firm has experience in handling high-profile M&A, spin-offs, and divestments, and advising on major infrastructure projects and joint ventures. The team boasts a diverse client base, operating across a variety of sectors, including energy, pharmaceuticals, transport, and food and beverages. Mourad Seghir leads the team and is a go-to lawyer for international clients looking to invest into Algeria. Mohamed Debbouche and Samir Boukider also come recommended.

Gide Loyrette Nouel boasts deep expertise in corporate and M&A matters, consistently advising on some of the most significant and complex transactions in Algeria. With a team of highly experienced professionals, the firm regularly handles transactions across various sectors, including energy, telecoms, pharmaceuticals, and infrastructure, offering clients a combination of global legal counsel and in-depth local market knowledge. Samy Laghouati focuses his practice on projects and investments in Algeria, assisting public entities and foreign investors.

DLA Piper Africa, Algeria (L&P Partners) offers comprehensive advisory and litigation services across a broad range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, telecom, natural resources, construction, and banking. As a member of DLA Piper Africa, the firm provides clients with expert legal counsel in French, English, and Arabic, specialising in joint ventures, regulatory matters, large-scale transactions, intellectual property, and tax. Team head Mounir Ait Belkacem has proven experience in major M&A, projects and private equity deals.

Led by the ‘excellent and responsive’ Rym Loucif, Loucif + Co is an independent boutique law firm specialising in corporate and commercial practice. The team assists international investors on a broad-scope of legal issues across all stages of their projects, including acquisitions, privatisations, joint ventures, and corporate governance. Loucif herself has vast experience in both the Algerian and international legal markets, and she is supported by Hind Ennafa who has expertise in various areas, including Algerian data protection regulations.

Matouk Bassiouny in association with SH-Avocats leverages local expertise and regional reach through its affiliation with offices across the MENA region, providing corporate and commercial counsel to a variety of clients, including public bodies. The team has a strong presence in industries such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, and energy. Houda Sahri leads the team alongside Nahla Djabi.