Dispute Resolution
Global Guide 2024 : Africa-wide
Band 5
About
Provided by Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie is best known for Dispute Resolution and International Arbitration in Africa from a dual perspective: Our unmatched global platform, with many lawyers from across our network expert in advising clients on investments in Africa, and our rapid growth on the ground in our local African offices.
Baker McKenzie was one of the first international law firms to open an office in Africa over 30 years ago. In addition to over 100 lawyers on the ground in Africa - based in Johannesburg, Cairo and Casablanca - our clients are supported by Africa specialists from across our global network of 74 offices. We have developed a solid network of African Relationship Firms (ARFs) across the continent, so we are able to meet client needs even in countries where we don’t have an office.
The Dispute Resolution practice is also well known for its ability to draw on experts in various continents who are best-placed to advise on the legal complexities of Dispute Resolution, a practice area which is becoming ever more cross-border in nature.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie is a top international law firm with a strong reputation and network in Africa. It benefits from its expansive international platform, with considerable strength in its London and US offices. Additionally, it maintains a noteworthy African presence in Johannesburg, Cairo and Casablanca. It is highly regarded for its handling of investment treaty arbitrations and shareholder disputes, with further activity overseeing internal investigations.
Important client contacts include Steve Abraham, who is based in London.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie lawyers based in London and Paris represented Mauritian businessman Louis Norland Suzor, and his company SBEC, in a high-value ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Senegal relating to an investment in a coal-fired power plant.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Baker McKenzie has a very serious and competent team that spares no effort to ensure a better defence of its clients' interests."
"Baker McKenzie has a very serious and competent team that spares no effort to ensure a better defence of its clients' interests."
Members
Provided by Baker McKenzie
Steve Abraham
Head of Department