Department profile
Icarus Legal

General Business Law

Global Guide 2026 : Guinea


Icarus Legal

Rankings

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General Business Law - Guinea

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Icarus Legal is recognised for its handling of a wide array of files, including corporate matters, M&A and contractual negotiations. The team often advises public bodies and is well versed in the mining sector.

Work Highlights

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  • Icarus Legal advised Nioko Resources as local counsel on its acquisition of Hummingbird.

Strengths

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  • The firm deploys quickly on mandates and has the ability to deliver quickly according to the client's requirements.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • I like the firm's depth of knowledge and insight about the country, the sector and precedent transactions in the specific industry.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • The team provides excellent customer service. It is very responsive and available, with a give-first mentality.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • The team has local and regional experience, while bringing knowledge of international best practices in the execution of mandates, particularly in transactions and contract negotiations.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • The firm has a great capacity to reconcile the positions between the parties in the event of a deadlock.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Amadou Barry
    Band 3Amadou Barry

    Amadou Barry

    From his Conakry base, Amadou Barry advises clients active in the mining sector on M&A transactions and financings in Guinea. His expertise extends to sovereign debt matters. He is qualified to practise in Guinea and Québec.

    • His knowledge of local Guinean law is extremely important while maintaining good relationships with all relevant stakeholders, respecting different cultural backgrounds.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
    • Amadou's was the best legal advice and experience we got on the continent in the last couple of years.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
    • He is the most helpful local counsel with whom we have worked.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
    • Amadou goes above and beyond for the client.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
    • Amadou Barry has solid international and local experience in Guinea.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal

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