
About
Provided by BLC Robert & Associates
BLC Robert is the leading independent business law firm in Mauritius. The firm has 8 partners and over 30 locally and internationally-trained fee earners. The firm serves a diverse client base including regional and international financial institutions, corporations, funds and public sector bodies among others.
BLC Robert prides itself on offering practical commercial solutions to complex transactions and legal issues. We have strong capabilities in the following areas: Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Corporate & Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Financial Services, Insolvency, Real Estate & Hospitality, TMT & Intellectual Property and Mergers & Acquisitions.
We are committed to understanding our clients’ business because we are convinced that this is the key to providing commercially sound solutions. We are a member of the Africa Legal Network (ALN). ALN is recognized by international directories as the leading legal network in Africa.
Chambers Review
BLC Robert & Associates is a top-tier full-service law firm with an outstanding reputation as both an advisory and litigation powerhouse in Mauritius. Its deep bench of lawyers is well positioned to advise on capital markets transactions, fund structuring and M&A, and capably assists with financing related to regulated industries, such as telecommunications, construction and energy. The group provides regulatory advice and often appears before authorities. It is also experienced litigating before the Supreme Court and Privy Council, as well as handling international arbitrations.
Work Highlights
- BLC Robert & Associates acted for LOLC Holdings on the MUR150 million acquisition of PL Resort.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They understand clients' requirements and collaborate to meet deadlines. BLC is among the best local service providers."
"BLC Robert & Associates has advised us in a very convenient and efficient way that has helped us to best protect our interests. Its quality advice and legal strategy led to extremely valuable judgments for us."
"The lawyers are always prompt in their responses and show great flexibility in meeting often tight deadlines."
"The team has a good spread of knowledge and experience. The lawyers are well able to handle complex and sophisticated matters, they are leaders in the Mauritian legal community."
"They understand clients' requirements and collaborate to meet deadlines. BLC is among the best local service providers."
"BLC Robert & Associates has advised us in a very convenient and efficient way that has helped us to best protect our interests. Its quality advice and legal strategy led to extremely valuable judgments for us."
"The lawyers are always prompt in their responses and show great flexibility in meeting often tight deadlines."
"The team has a good spread of knowledge and experience. The lawyers are well able to handle complex and sophisticated matters, they are leaders in the Mauritian legal community."
Notable Practitioners
Firm managing partner Iqbal Rajahbalee SC maintains an excellent reputation for his involvement in corporate mandates. He assists clients with matters relating to M&A and the establishment of funds. His expertise also extends to banking and finance, commercial litigation and arbitration matters.
"Iqbal has provided hands-on and sound advice."
"He is a very learned lawyer offering solutions to complex problems."
"Iqbal brings a high level of sophistication and insight to matters, particularly through his well-honed advocacy skills."
Jason Harel is recognised throughout Mauritius for his deep knowledge of corporate matters. He advises on due diligence and M&A, and additionally represents international clients in the drafting and negotiating of rental and share purchase agreements.
"Jason is always clear in his advice, very responsive and understands what the client needs and what is required to deliver."
"Jason has been assisting us successfully on complex commercial transactions."
In addition to his experience in litigation, André Robert is well regarded for his handling of corporate matters and advises banks, insurance companies, hotels and textile companies.
"André has excellent commercial awareness and provides sound and prompt advice."
"André is very engaging and responsive, and very well acquainted with the workings of the local courts."
Mushtaq Namdarkhan is noted for his capabilities in commercial litigation, insolvency and arbitration work. He acts on behalf of domestic and international clients.
"He is very diligent and a good advocate."
Up-and-coming lawyer Fayaz Abdoula has a growing reputation in Mauritius for his work on a variety of M&A transactions. His practice also includes a focus on employment law.
Bhavna Ramsurun enters the rankings this year and is recognised for her financial and capital markets expertise, including notes issuances and fund structuring mandates.
Valerie Bisasur is a respected banking and finance lawyer who is particularly distinguished for her experience representing banks in financing transactions and restructurings.
"We enjoy working with Valerie, who is responsive and offers commercial advice."
Jean-Eric Sauzier assists banks and financial institutions with term loan facility agreements, operational and support activities and debt restructuring.
"Jean-Eric is very responsive and has built an excellent team around him."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Members
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Industries
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Banking and Finance - Both domestic and cross-border transactions ranging from acquisition finance, project finance to structured trade finance.