Department profile
Gide Loyrette Nouel

Projects & Energy: Power

Global Guide 2026 : Africa-wide

Share profile

Gide Loyrette Nouel

Rankings

About

Provided by Gide Loyrette Nouel

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.

Industries (10)

  • Infrastructure
  • Transport
  • Energy
  • Environment
  • Telecommunications
  • Oil & gas
  • Mining
  • Waste and water
  • Tourism
  • Real estate

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Projects & Energy: Power - Africa-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Gide Loyrette Nouel is a leading French law firm with an enviable presence in francophone Africa. An established name in the representation of state-owned companies, the group is also sought after for its representation of private sponsors and developers in energy projects and infrastructure developments concerning ports and municipal services. It is regularly instructed on high profile renewable energy projects, including wind and hydroelectric power matters. Its lawyers also adeptly handle instructions from national governments.

View ranking table

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Gide advised AMEA Power on the financing of a photovoltaic solar power project in Tunisia.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Gide has a strong understanding of the various legal and commercial issues.

    Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

  • Gide offers a high degree of availability and fast delivery on projects.

    Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

  • What sets Gide apart is their in-depth understanding of the sector, which enables them to propose realistic solutions adapted to the specific project environment.

    Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

  • Gide's lawyers are pragmatic, efficient and know the African legal environment very well.

    Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

  • The lawyers have an extremely dedicated and hands-on approach, which combines strong technical and legal skills with strategic insights into negotiating and concluding a transaction.

    Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Victor Grandguillaume
    Victor Grandguillaume

    Victor Grandguillaume

    Victor Grandguillaume is a Paris-based lawyer who is increasingly to be seen leading the firm's most noteworthy projects files. He is regularly mandated on utility, social infrastructure and renewable energy matters, with his recent work relating to projects located across francophone Africa.

    • Victor provides clients with excellent responsiveness.

      Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

    • Victor has an excellent understanding of commercial and financial issues. As such, he has the ability to move negotiations forward.

      Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal
    View profile
  • Marie Bouvet-Guiramand
    Marie Bouvet-Guiramand

    Marie Bouvet-Guiramand

    Marie Bouvet-Guiramand is a prominent projects lawyer based in Paris. Her well-established practice sees her advise on a variety of renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

    • Marie has been instrumental in helping us to understand what is at stake, what we should push for and what we can drop.

      Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

    • Marie always lives up to expectations. Her advice is reliable and transparent.

      Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal
    View profile
  • John Crothers
    John Crothers

    John Crothers

    John Crothers handles a range of mandates on behalf of international financial institutions and governmental bodies throughout francophone Africa. He has particular expertise in PPP models, as well as privatisation and financing transactions. Active from the firm's Paris office, his industry expertise covers transportation infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

    View profile
  • Stéphane Vernay
    Stéphane Vernay

    Stéphane Vernay

    Stéphane Vernay is based in Paris, from where he advises on an array of matters in Africa. His work has a particular emphasis on infrastructure, providing counsel on initiatives to develop or expand container terminals throughout the continent.

    • Stéphane has a commercial mindset and exceptional client relationships.

      Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

    • Stéphane provides an excellent combination of skills, know-how and client-dedication.

      Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal

    • Stéphane Vernay is a very talented lawyer.

      Projects & Energy: Power respondentGlobal
    View profile

Ranked Individuals at Gide Loyrette Nouel (6)

Africa-wide

Members

Provided by Gide Loyrette Nouel

What success is built on

Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.

Explore thought leadership