We opened an office in Casablanca in 2003 and we are among the first international law firms to operate in Morocco. Made up of 20 French-speaking, English-speaking and Arabic-speaking legal practitioners, including 4 partners, our team has proven expertise and experience in the main areas of business law.
Gide Loyrette Nouel
Tour Crystal
1, Boulevard Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah
Quartier Casablanca Marina
20030 Casablanca
We are one of the few legal firms in Morocco providing legal assistance which combines thorough knowledge of Moroccan law and the country’s business environment and an in-depth understanding of international practices.
We have a bespoke and multi-disciplinary approach which meets the specific needs of every client, while providing significant added value with international coordination.
Working with our Africa Group and our other international offices, we provide effective and innovative solutions to support our clients’ development on the African continent.
We advise leading Moroccan and international clients, including international institutions, states, public institutions and companies, banks, insurance companies, investment funds and industrial groups. We advise them on the legal and tax implications of their investments, commercial operations and financial transactions in Morocco.
Chambers Global - Morocco 2024
Corporate/Commercial
Band 2
Gide's team in Morocco boasts extensive expertise in projects, infrastructure and energy mandates. In these areas the team is well accustomed to assisting with the creation of PPPs and joint venture project companies, as well as counselling energy companies on the licensing and commercial contract issues essential to their operation.
Legal 500 EMEA - Morocco 2024
Tax
Tier 1
Gide’s services include assistance for tax audits with the Moroccan tax authorities, drafting tax rulings, and assisting with operational tax issues. The firm also regularly assist in capital market transactions for local and foreign issuers with shares listed on the Casablanca Stock Exchange.
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Tourism & Real Estate
Tier 1
Gide has a dedicated real estate team which frequently advises clients on the sale and acquisition of large-scale real estate projects, and on negotiations of lease agreements. The team has a particular expertise in the construction of hotels and development of coastal resorts.
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Projects & Public Law
Tier 2
Gide regularly advises public entities, private operators, financial institutions on infrastructure and energy deals and financings in Morocco and elsewhere in Africa.
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Banking, Finance & Capital Markets
Tier 2
Gide covers the entire spectrum of banking and finance transactions. The Casablanca office advises state-owned enterprises, sponsors, and lenders on structuring, drafting, and negotiating for finance transactions.
Legal 500 EMEA - Morocco 2024
Commercial, Corporate & M&A
Tier 2
The M&A and corporate team at Gide is a trusted partner for major Moroccan and multinational clients embarking on high-stakes M&A transactions within Morocco and the broader southern African region.
