A&O Shearman‘s international litigation team handles disputes across a range of industries including construction, oil and gas, engineering, finance, and derivative products. The firm’s client list is diverse including the Moroccan Government, Federation Royale Marocaine de Football, and Accor. The practice also places a strong focus on arbitration and alternative means of dispute resolution. The department is led by Hicham Naciri and Yassir Ghorbal, and supported by Naoufal Achergui, who has considerable litigation and arbitration expertise.

Bassamat & Laraqui is skilled in handling significant and multidisciplinary litigation, disciplinary, investigatory, and arbitration proceedings, ‘offering tailored solutions and client guidance.’ Bassamat Fassi-Fihri and Asma Laraqui lead the practice. Fassi-Fihri and Laraqui have represented companies and their management in Moroccan commercial, civil, criminal, and administrative courts involving banking, commercial, real estate, bankruptcy, and employment issues.

Bennani & Associés represents major international companies and law firms in litigation and arbitration concerning corporate, commercial, employment, and white-collar disputes. The firm has advised multinational groups such as Dell Group, Adidas, and Samsung Construction & Trading Corporation, as well as foreign firms. Abdellah Moustaid acts as the head of litigation and is experienced in commercial, administrative, and public law matters. Mahdi Yamnahaddou and Nihma El Gachbour  are also key players within the department.

Afrique Advisors has a wealth of experience handling national and cross-border litigation. The firm represents states, state entities, and public and private companies in overseas tribunals and courts. The arbitration team also conducts proceedings domestically and abroad. Practice head Laila Slassi has particular expertise in international arbitrations involving commercial and investment matters. Slassi also has experience in the public sector and successfully negotiates with government entities, as well as advising clients on regulatory standards.

Bakouchi & Habachi - HB Law Firm LLP has solid experience in litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. Salima Bakouchi and Kamal Habachi lead the practice. Their respective banking, corporate, M&A, and real estate expertise means they are well-equipped to advise local and foreign companies in complex litigation and arbitration proceedings. Recent key clients have included Attijariwafa Bank, Bank of Africa, and Atlanta Sanad. Soukaina Rizgy recently departed from the firm.

Defined by its ‘integrity, trustworthiness, and professional expertise,’ UGGC Africa is able to assist with commercial, civil, M&A, and construction litigation. The firm also has a dedicated arbitration practice that deals with domestic and international disputes. Ali Bougrine leads the practice with his cross-border experience in M&A, international investments, and private equity specialism. Laurent Sablé is another key name to note.

Dentons Morocco is trusted by clients such as Paramount and BB Energy to represent in litigation alongside advice throughout disputes. The team, led by managing partner and head of dispute resolution Omar Sayarh, joined by Mohamed Ali Sayarh , has substantial litigation and arbitration experience especially concerning complex commercial disputes and regulatory cases.

KF Law Firm‘s dispute resolution practice handles a broad range of matters including contract enforcement, asset recovery, employment, and real estate litigation. Firm founder Fayçal Kadiri leads the ‘diligent, dedicated, and trustworthy’ disputes team, which supports Moroccan and foreign corporations operating across the transport, health, and energy sectors.

LPA Law‘s capabilities include advising on various dispute resolution methods such as prelitigation, litigation, and arbitration. The firm acts for a variety of institutional clients including banks, financial institutions, and real estate investors. Real estate and M&A practitioner Romain Berthon heads the practice and and has notable capabilities in the field of illegal market practices.