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ABOUT DLA PIPER AFRICA, MAURITIUS (JURISTCONSULT CHAMBERS)

Juristconsult Chambers is an innovative leading business law firm in Mauritius which also services the neighbouring islands of Reunion, Madagascar and Seychelles. Mauritius, considered as the star and key of the Indian ocean is ideally located at the crossroads of Africa, Australia and Asia offering a convenient platform for holding and structuring investments in fast growing economies.

With African economies growing rapidly, Mauritius has become one of the continent's most important business hubs. Since 1989, our clients have entrusted our firm with meeting their legal challenges. Our multi-disciplinary team has in-depth knowledge of the Mauritian market.

The financial services sector in Mauritius is vibrant and the jurisdiction is recognised for its rigor in this area, having the highest level of international compliance standards. Mauritius holds 50 Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAs) and 45 Investment Promotion and Protection Agreements (IPPAs). Our team helps in structuring investments and also guides and assists investors to benefit from these agreements.

Our pragmatic approach allows us to serve a number of Mauritian and international clients in multiple ways. We are dedicated to walk the extra mile for the interest of our clients by offering top-notch legal solutions with an aim to exceed their expectations.

Firm Leadership: Nicolas Richard (Managing Partner)

ABOUT DLA PIPER AFRICA

DLA Piper Africa operates in 20 countries across the continent, offering clients unrivalled local skill and presence, backed by the resources of one of the world's largest law firms.

We believe great businesses can make a better world. We also believe in the power of collaboration - with our clients and with one another. That's why every day we work together to help trailblazing organisations seize business opportunities and achieve their goals.

We bring a global mindset with a local approach, delivering exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes. Through our pro bono and sustainability work, we support communities across Africa and help to create a more just and sustainable future.

Visit dlapiperafrica.com to discover more.  For information about DLA Piper globally, visit dlapiper.com

DLA Piper Africa is a Swiss verein whose members comprise independent law firms in Africa working with DLA Piper.

Offices:

Staffing numbers:

  • 110+ partners
  • 470+ lawyers

Areas of law:

  • Corporate, M&A and Private Equity
  • Employment
  • Finance and Projects
  • Intellectual Property and Technology
  • Litigation, Arbitration and Regulatory
  • Real Estate
  • Restructuring
  • Tax

Key sectors:

  • Consumer Goods, Food and Retail
  • Energy and Natural Resources
  • Financial Services
  • Industrials
  • Infrastructure, Construction and Transport
  • Insurance
  • Life Sciences
  • Media, Sports and Entertainment
  • Real Estate
  • Technology

Awards and recognition:

  • African Network/Alliance of the year (African Legal Awards 2024)
  • East African Law Firm of the Year (African Legal Awards 2023 & 2024)
  • North African Law Firm of the Year (African Legal Awards 2023 & 2024)
  • Southern African Law Firm of the Year  (African Legal Awards 2024)
  • #1 African & Middle East M&A (by deal volume Mergermarket 2023 & 2024)
  • 9 Women Leaders from 7 DLA Piper Africa office (IFLR Women Leaders 2024)
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