General Business Law
Guinea
9 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Baba Hady Thiam
Global 2026
Ranked in 2 practice areas
About
Provided by Thiam & Associés
Practice Areas
Founding and Managing Partner of Thiam & Associés, Baba Hady Thiam’s practice focuses on corporate and commercial law, with strength in the energy, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. He advises sponsors, governments and financial institutions on the structuring, development and financing of major projects, including hydropower, solar energy and mining infrastructure, as well as on M&A and corporate restructurings.
Career
Baba Hady Thiam is dual-qualified, admitted to the Guinean Bar and the Paris Bar, and began his career at Gide Loyrette Nouel in Paris before joining Dechert LLP.
He holds degrees from the University of Bordeaux Montesquieu IV, Paris II Panthéon-Assas, Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne, and a master’s in public administration from Harvard Kennedy School.
Chambers Review
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Chambers Global Guide
General Business Law - Guinea
Band 1
Individual Editorial
Conakry-based Baba Hady Thiam is acknowledged for his expertise in commercial and corporate transactions, including M&A and restructuring matters, earning him a spot at the top of the rankings. He also has expertise in OHADA law, and frequently acts on energy, infrastructure, mining, and banking and finance transactions.
Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists - Africa-wide
Band 2
Individual Editorial
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Baba Hady Thiam is an exceptional lawyer, always available and deeply attentive to the needs of his clients, offering support that is both rigorous and personalised.
General Business LawChambers Global GuideBaba Hady Thiam is one of the best legal specialists in the OHADA region.
General Business LawChambers Global GuideHe is a highly engaged and strategic adviser, with a deep understanding of the complexities of the energy sector. He combines sharp regulatory expertise with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach.
General Business LawChambers Global GuideBaba Hady Thiam brings together a strong and strategic legal vision and a great sense of business.
General Business LawChambers Global GuideBaba Hady Thiam excels in his ability to transform complex regulatory situations into realistic recommendations, which makes him a pragmatic and always efficient partner.
General Business LawChambers Global GuideBaba Hady Thiam's coordination skills are very helpful for us.
Corporate/Commercial: OHADA SpecialistsChambers Global Guide
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