Mr Wacef Bentaibi > Gide Loyrette Nouel > Casablanca, Morocco > Lawyer Profile

GIDE LOYRETTE NOUEL covers the entire spectrum of banking and finance transactions. Wacef Bentaibi spearheads the Casablanca office, advising state-owned enterprises, sponsors, and lenders on structuring, drafting, and negotiating for finance transactions. Bentaibi also regularly advises large banks and infrastructure developers on project-related joint ventures and international tenders. Bentaibi is supported by Mounia Larhrissi on the firm’s most significant matters, including advising the European Investment Bank on emerging legislation concerning financings that had been granted to Moroccan public institutions and companies.

Gide Loyrette Nouel regularly advises public entities, private operators, financial institutions on infrastructure and energy deals and financings in Morocco and elsewhere in Africa. The team is led by Wacef Bentaibi, who is supported by Frédéric Pia. The firm is also currently working on a wide range of infrastructure projects, including desalination and renewable energy.

Gide Loyrette Nouel 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. The practice is headed by Loris Marghieri, who specializes in advising international clients in land acquisition, construction, and real estate regulatory matters. Additionally, Wacef Bentaibi is an expert in assisting both domestic and foreign investors in hospitality investments, infrastructure, and real estate related finance work.