Hall Of Fame

Commercial, corporate and M&A in Algeria

ADNA

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.

Praxisleiter:

Foued Bourabiat


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Fayçal Zedek


Referenzen

‘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


Referenzen

‘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


Facebook


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


Highlight-Mandate


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.