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A&O Shearman

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity

Global Guide 2026 : Africa-wide

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A&O Shearman

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Corporate/M&A & Private Equity - Africa-wide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman features on a number of high value, cross-border mandates in M&A and private equity, acting for international acquirers and investors, target companies and banking bodies on an array of acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic investments. Key members of the team are based in London, Paris and Casablanca. Additional lawyers with extensive Africa expertise are based in a multitude of offices around the globe.

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Work Highlights

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  • The Casablanca office of A&O Shearman assisted UPM International and UPM Senegal with the sale of a private medical school located in Senegal to Virunga Scular.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Hicham Naciri
    Hicham Naciri

    Hicham Naciri

    Hicham Naciri is an eminent figure in the Moroccan corporate legal market, and has a strong track record of acting on cross-border acquisitions and investments across francophone Africa. His reputation is particularly prolific in the investment funds arena and wider financial services market. He is based in Casablanca.
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