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Gide Loyrette Nouel

Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists

Global Guide 2026 : Africa-wide

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Gide Loyrette Nouel

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Gide has been one of the most active international law firms in Africa for over 50 years. The Africa team offers high-level legal assistance tailored to each sector, country and area of law.

  • A wide range of clients, including French international groups, African companies, investors and the public sector in key sectors: energy, infrastructure, transport, telecommunications, etc.
  • More than 90 of the firm's lawyers - working from Paris, Gide’s offices on the continent (Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia) and around the world.
  • A cooperation agreement with Bowmans, a leading South African law firm with offices in Kenya, Tanzania, Mauritius, Namibia and Zambia.
  • A strong and reliable network of local law firms across Africa, in all areas of law.
  • Expertise in complex and cross-border projects, thanks to our extensive knowledge of African national and regional legal systems and regimes: ECOWAS, CEMAC, WAEMU, SADC, OHADA.

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Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists - Africa-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

With offices across Europe and Africa, Gide Loyrette Nouel is able to handle a wide array of mandates. The team is recognised for its capabilities advising on M&A transactions, disputes and projects in the OHADA region. Its expertise attracts international clients hailing from the oil and gas, natural resources, mining and construction sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Gide Loyrette Nouel assisted Somdia with the sale of its flour mills subsidiaries in Republic of Congo and Cameroon.

Strengths

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  • Gide has a strong understanding of how our organisation operates, which allows it to quickly align with our processes and expectations.

    Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists respondentGlobal

  • Gide Loyrette Nouel has a robust network of highly qualified professionals readily available and on standby across virtually every region in Africa.

    Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists respondentGlobal

  • The partners are highly flexible, ensuring that their approach adapts to evolving needs, and communication with the team is seamless.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Julien David
    Julien David

    Julien David

    Paris-based Julien David advises clients on the OHADA law aspects of M&A transactions and setting up joint ventures. He is particularly active on mandates within infrastructure and energy, including oil, gas and renewables.

    • Julien is very up to the task; he understands our challenges and is very responsive.

      Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists respondentGlobal

    • Julien David has excellent strategic vision.

      Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists respondentGlobal
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  • Victor Grandguillaume
    Victor Grandguillaume

    Victor Grandguillaume

    Paris-based Victor Grandguillaume is sought after for his experience handling projects in the energy, natural resources and infrastructure sectors.

    • He is adaptable and responsive, with clear and effective communication skills that make collaboration smooth.

      Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists respondentGlobal

    • Victor Grandguillaume has an excellent understanding of how our institution functions, which enables him to align his work seamlessly with our processes and expectations.

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Ranked Individuals at Gide Loyrette Nouel (2)

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    Victor Grandguillaume

    Corporate/Commercial: OHADA Specialists

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