Mrs Laila Slassi > Afrique Advisors > Casablanca, Morocco > Lawyer Profile

Afrique Advisors regularly acting for clients in international litigation and arbitrations, the group often represents states, and both state and private entities in international and cross-border disputes in collaboration with Mayer Brown. Laila Slassi heads the practice, and is particularly adept at advising Moroccan banks and private equity funds. Maroua Alouaoui stands out for her specialist knowledge of international commercial arbitration and business litigation under international and European law.

Afrique Advisors handles business, tax and public law matters, including public law matters interfacing with projects. Managing partner Laila Slassi, an expert in corporate and M&A work, who expertly leverages her experience in restructuring and financing in the area of projects.

Afrique Advisors handles a wide range of issues, including the drafting and termination of employment contracts, and matters concerning severance pays. Laila Slassi acts as managing partner and is known for her extensive knowledge of joint ventures and private equity investments. Meryem Lahlou advises both domestic and international corporations on pre-litigation negotiations and M&A.

Afrique Advisors offers a wide range of specialised services, including financial regulations, compliance, corporate finance, and project finance. The firm is experienced in working on high value financings and conducting financial due diligence. The practice is headed by Laila Slassi, a specialist in tax structuring of high value cross-border transactions, particularly concerning leverage buyouts.