With a team comprised of international regulatory and transactional experts, Clifford Chance covers the full spectrum of banking, finance and capital market matters, including Islamic finance, acquisition finance and asset finance, frequently on a cross-border scale. Most notably, the team is a market leader in the field of project finance, particularly within the energy, mining and infrastructure sectors. Mustapha Mourahib is an expert in corporate finance and private equity deals, with significant experience in representing public, private and state-owned corporate clients in project finance matters. He is co-leader of the team alongside Ouns Lemseffer, a specialist in project finance matters within the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Norton Rose Fulbright advises a number of significant corporates, financial institutions and state entities on a broad range of banking and finance matters, including operations, project financing, financial restructuring and corporate lending transactions. In addition, the team is involved in equity and debt issues for major Moroccan companies. The firm’s global network significantly bolsters the team’s cross-border capabilities, giving them a considerable international presence. Alain Malek leads the team, with a history of handling cross-border transactions across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, especially within the insurance, energy and telecoms sectors.

The Casablanca branch of DLA Piper supports a range of banks and financial services companies, in Morocco and abroad, on their day-to-day operations, including on banking and commercial transactions, as well as regulation and compliance. Particular areas of focus for the team are debt capital markets, financial services, derivatives and financings. The team also has strong cross-border capabilities, with the support of the firm's expansive international network. The team is led by Fabrice Armand, who supports banks and major corporations on debt capital markets, derivatives and alternative investment funds.

The expertise of GIDE LOYRETTE NOUEL‘s banking and finance team encompasses all aspects of banking and finance transactions, including securitisation, bond issuance and hedging arrangements. A wide range of banks, financial institutions and borrowers instruct the firm on all types of structured financings, particularly project finance, assets and acquisition finance. In addition, the team advises a number of foreign banks on regulatory issues within Morocco. Wacef Bentaibi manages the Casablanca office, advising clients on complex financing transactions.

The banking and finance team at UGGC Africa supports a range of domestic and international clients with their investment projects across Africa. In particular, the group provides support to Moroccan and foreign credit establishments on regulatory issues, while also being heavily involved in bank financing, project finance, restructuring and securitisations. Ali Bougrine acts as managing partner, specialising in corporate law and private equity. Elsewhere, Laurent Sablé advises clients in regard to financing transactions, corporate finance and securities issues.

With offices across Africa, ADNA is able to support an range of commercial banks, financial institutions and corporate entities in the global banking and finance market. Acquisition finance and project finance are key areas for the firm, alongside an expertise in structuring Islamic finance transactions. Key industry sectors for the firm are construction, consumer goods, energy and financial services. Safia Fassi-Fihri leads the team, with considerable experience in capital market transactions and regulatory matters.

With a strong track record in banking and finance transactions across the MENA region, Jeantet offers a considerable expertise in corporate transactions, real estate, tax, energy and infrastructure. In addition, the team is well equipped to handle Islamic finance matters and cross-border financings in MENA and Sub-Saharan Africa. Philippe Malléa leads the team, advising clients on large investment projects, particularly within the infrastructure sector.