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.
Commercial, corporate and M&A in Algeria
ADNA
Praxisleiter:
Foued Bourabiat
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Fayçal Zedek
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‘Foued Bourabiat is a fantastic lawyer. Very approachable. Available and responsive.’
‘Leading transactional legal practice in Algeria. Responsive and commercial approach.’
Kernmandanten
Al Ghurair Group
Airbus
Air Products
Azadea
British Arab Bank
Cevital
China Investment Corporation
CVC Capital Partners
Danieli
Development Partners International
DP World
Edison
Emerging Capital Partners
FMO
Fruital (Coca-Cola)
Geodis
Honaine
Aguas de Skikda
International Finance Corporation
Jamjoom Pharmaceuticals
Jotun
Lenovo
Myah Bahr
Neptune Energy
Nestlé
Nissan
Numidis
Occidental Petroleum
DFC
Oracle
Pertamina
Procter & Gamble
Samsung C&T
Suez
The Carlyle Group
Volotea
Siemens
Bennani & Associés LLP
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 are recommended junior lawyers.
Praxisleiter:
Mourad Seghir
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mohamed Debbouche; Samir Boukider
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‘A reliable team, capable of working in English and French which works with lawyers certified by the US bar.’
‘Good and independent advice, keeping deadlines and being responsive.’
‘The team is very well engaged, well prepared for all the meetings we attend together.’
Kernmandanten
Adidas
Airbus
Akka Development
Baladna
Bristol-Myers Squibb
British American Tobacco
CFAO Group
Daimler
Drake & Scull International
Hyundai Motor Company
Illy
Linde Gas GmbH
Lionsbridge
LG
Oracle
PetroChina International
Phillips
Sandvine
Sanofi
Snam
Toshiba
Uber
VFS Global
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisted Wetico, a Saudi water treatment company, with three EPC contracts totalling $633m for the construction and operation of three desalination plants in Algeria.
- Acting for Baladna in the establishment of a joint venture to create one of the largest milk production farms in Africa.
- Assisted France-based multinational retailer Auchan with the drafting and negotiation of a franchise agreement to set up several supermarkets in Algeria.
Gide Loyrette Nouel
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.
Praxisleiter:
Samy Laghouati
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Xavier Lecomte; Neyla Fandi
Referenzen
‘A high-level team, trilingual, dynamic, available and efficient. High-quality advice and unparalleled know-how.’
‘Sami Laghouati has exceptional leadership. In addition to his legal expertise on the files we have entrusted to him, he stands out for his great ability to listen and synthesise, allowing rapid and efficient processing of the questions asked.’
‘Neyla Fandi gave us complete satisfaction, her responsiveness, and availability allowed us to fully count on this firm to conclude negotiations with our foreign partners. She is professional, she perfectly masters the art of negotiations and her advice was very useful.’
Kernmandanten
Nestle Sa
Accorhotels
Bonifiche Ferraresi Spa
Novo Nordisk
Saidal Spa
Totalenergies Raffinage Chimie
Elsecom
Schlumberger
Engie Sa
Baxter
Hyundai Motor Company
Oman Trading Establishment
Visteon
Lion Group
Danone
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DLA Piper Africa, Algeria (L&P Partners)
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.
Praxisleiter:
Mounir Ait Belkacem
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Steven Aldrich; Rafik Nedjar
Referenzen
‘The lawyers at L&P Partners are reactive, flexible and both able and willing to team up with international law firms on cross-border matters with an Algerian component. They are generally considered top of the market.’
‘Mounir Ait Belkacem offers a good balance between the client’s concern on deal-making and cost. He is pragmatic, flexible and adaptable when things change.’
‘Steven Aldrich is a promising attorney. He is pragmatic and solution-oriented, without losing attention to detail. He is responsive and a true pleasure to work with, on a professional and personal level. ’
Kernmandanten
Abdul Latif Jameel Motors Group (Toyota Algeria)
Al Salam Bank Bahrein
AmSpec
beIN Sports
Bonifiche Ferraresi (BF) S.p.A
Eva Invest
LafargeHolcim
LG Electronics Inc.
Ontex Group NV
Prime Pharmaceuticals India
Sanofi Aventis
Shariket Kahraba Hadjret En Nouss
Stellantis
TÜV Reinhland
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Stellantis (owner of Fiat®) in the restructuring of its automotive activity in Algeria.
- Advising Al Salam Bank Bahrain in a capital increase and a series of acquisitions of shares of Al Salam Bank Algeria for a total value of + USD 100.000.000.
- Assisting Ontex, a leading developer and manufacturer of hygiene products and solutions for retailers and healthcare, in the sale of 100% of Can Hygiene’s share capital and voting rights to its Algerian distributor Hygianis SPA.
Loucif + Co
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.
Praxisleiter:
Rym Loucif
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Hind Ennafa
Referenzen
‘A very responsive team led by Rym Loucif with straightforward answers to urgent queries.’
‘Collaborations with law firms are crucial for companies, Loucif+Co has been of great support thanks to their deep knowledge of the Algerian environment especially in highly regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals.’
‘They’re always keen to maintaining high standards of practice which is the essence for legal partners. All interactions with the firm at all levels are positive and productive.’
Kernmandanten
Stellanis Group
Chery Automotive
Neptune Energy
World Bank – IFC
Petrofac
Mauritius Commercial Bank
Iveco
Portek
RATP
Linde
Biologix
Alstom
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Chery Automotive on the setting up of a joint venture dedicated to the manufacturing and sale of automotive vehicles, pursuant to Executive Decree No. 22-384 of 17 November 2022.
- Advised Baladna on the establishment of a joint venture with the Algerian National Investment Fund to build and operate a comprehensive manufacturing facility.
- Advised Elegancia Healthcare on the setting up of a joint venture with the Algerian National Investment Fund to fund, design, build, equip and operate a general hospital with a capacity of 300 beds.
Matouk Bassiouny in association with SH-Avocats
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.
Praxisleiter:
Nahla Djabi; Houda Sahri
Referenzen
‘Strong technical expertise and deep understanding of the local business landscape.’
‘Highly skilled and always available professionals deliver tailored legal solutions, ensuring compliance with Algeria’s regulatory framework while addressing the specific needs of the client.’
‘Strategic, forward-thinking approach. Provide practical, effective solutions for businesses operating in the region.’
Kernmandanten
Uber
IHG
Reckitt Benckiser
Roche
Imagro Construction
Remote
Kazyon
Albaugh
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Reckitt on general corporate and regulatory compliance, in addition to matters related to its importation activities in Algeria.