El Ajeri Lawyers‘ dispute resolution practice is a key pillar of the firm, with its strategic focus reflected in the breadth of its contentious offering. Alongside its expertise in litigation, the group also handles a significant volume of mediation and arbitration proceedings for both domestic and foreign clients. The team is further distinguished by its membership of the DLA Piper Africa alliance, which provides significant cross-border firepower in multi-jurisdictional cases. Managing partner Mohamed Lotfi El Ajeri is a highly regarded litigator, mediator and arbitrator. Senior associate Mohamed Abragh has extensive experience in civil and administrative litigation.

Over the past year, Global Lawyers North Africa in partnership with Gide Loyrette Nouel secured roles in a significant volume of international disputes, with particular activity in Europe-related litigation. The group is equipped to handle a diverse scope of contentious work, with its recent cases spanning shipping, competition, tax and employment matters, among other areas. Office managing partner Anis Jabnoun is noted for his experience in cross-border disputes, where he is often engaged by global law firms to advise on local law issues. Associate Mohamed Essid specialises in dispute resolution and has a broad contentious focus.

Ferchiou & Associés is distinguished by its ability to leverage its top-tier transactional offering to excel in competition and international arbitration cases. Maritime disputes and product liability claims also stand as practice sweet spots. The group represents an impressive roster of multinational corporations, with Samsung, Sumitomo and Electrolux among its representative clients. Department head Nasr Kemicha is well versed in both litigation and arbitral proceedings, with a focus on disputes arising out of international commercial agreements.