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A&O Shearman

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Africa-wide


A&O Shearman

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Banking & Finance - Africa-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is well known for its strong global banking practice, with its London team regularly advising commercial lenders on transactions involving African borrowers. It frequently handles term loans and syndicated financing arrangements, as well as trade finance matters. The firm is additionally noted for its strong project finance practice and its market-leading Casablanca office.

Notable practitioners

Casablanca-based Antoine Haddad and Paris-based Amine Bourabiat are key contacts.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Moroccan state-owned mining company OCP on obtaining three loans, with a combined value of USD188 million, from the African Development Bank.

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