Bilé-Aka, Brizoua-Bi & Associés' high profile extends well beyond Ivory Coast itself, with its extensive record in cross-border transactions and disputes, particularly in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU) and the Organisation pour l'Harmonisation en Afrique du Droit des Affaires (OHADA) region. The firm has continued to land major engagements in M&A, project finance and disputes, amongst other areas. Joachim Bilé-Aka is a senior figure in corporate transactions and financings, while Michel Brizoua-Bi is a leading name in dispute resolution.

SCPA DOGUE - Abbé YAO & Associés is one of the traditional leaders in the market, which continues to stand out for its expertise in transactions and dispute resolution. It remains prominent in projects, PPPs, M&A and financings. It is also frequently engaged in big-ticket litigation and arbitration, thanks to the presence of senior name Abbé Yao. Seydou Zerbo is a recognised talent in projects and M&A.

FDKA is at the forefront of the domestic and OHADA markets and has a tremendous reputation in the international legal community. It frequently works alongside international law firms on landmark energy and infrastructure projects in West Africa and in the OHADA states. Karim Fadika is frequently singled out as a leader in cross-border projects and M&A transactions. Colette Kacoutie and Mahoua Fadika Delafosse are also notable practitioners.

Cabinet Jean-François Chauveau is best known for projects and PPP engagements, notably in the energy, natural resources and infrastructure segments. Banking and finance, telecoms and transport are also key sectors. Jean-Francois Chauveau is a big name in the local market, across the OHADA states and internationally; he previously practised as a lawyer in Paris.

KSK Société d'Avocats has an outstanding record in energy, mining and infrastructure projects, including PPPs. It is at the forefront of public law matters and has extensive experience of M&A and financings. Dispute resolution is another forte for the firm. Zinda Sawadogo is at the forefront of project finance and PPP projects, and Georges Angaman Kouadio is a notable figure in M&A and tax, including cross-border transactions. Kouamé Klemet is a leading public law specialist.

IKT & Associés continues to earn accolades for its strength in the banking and finance segment. It has maintained strong connections to local and international lenders, including development finance institutions (DFIs). Osther Henri Tella is rated for banking and finance transactions and is often referred business by international law firms. Annick Imboua-Niava is a key figure in corporate and M&A, including transactions in the mining sector.  

GENI & KEBE IN AFFILIATION WITH BBA is part of DLA Piper's Africa network and works with a range of other international law firms. It specialises in Francophone West Africa  matters with the Abidjan office playing a key role in corporate transactions and arbitration. Its client base is largely foreign multinationals, including a number of major pharmaceutical businesses. Mouhamoud Sangare leads the Abidjan office and specialises in corporate transactions. Dakar-based Mouhamed Kebe  is a frequent visitor to the Abidjan office and is very much part of the Ivory Coast and international arbitration community.

LEX WAYS is frequently singled out for its expertise in dispute resolution, including both litigation and arbitration. The firm is further noted for corporate transactions, intellectual property and employment law. The firm has a fine record across the OHADA states. Soualiho Diomande is an experienced litigator and Ibrahima Bah is the key name for corporate transactions and financings.