Bennani & Associés maintains a strong position in the market, advising on domestic and cross-border disputes for its well-established client base, featuring multinational corporations, sovereign-backed investors and referring global law firms. The team’s wide-ranging practice encompasses complex commercial litigation, competition, construction and telecoms disputes. Abdellah Moustaid spearheads the practice with over two decades of experience in commercial law, including matters relating to public procurement. Mahdi Yamnahaddou has a depth of dispute resolution expertise, including commercial, criminal and employment disputes. Other key lawyers include Nihma El Gachbour and Nihal Benzaida.
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- ‘Bennani & Associes team stands out due to its exceptional focus on client-centric solutions and its ability to adapt to complex, evolving legal landscapes. The team's strengths lie in their deep expertise across various industries. Their commitment to delivering tailored strategies and their collaborative approach ensure the client receives personalised attention.’
Key clients
- Adidas
- Applus Fomento Contrôle
- Carlyle
- Casatram SA
- Compagnie Privée Véroche
- Crimidesa Maroc S.A
- Daewoo Engineering & Construction
- Dell Group
- Géraldine Baptista
- Imkan Maroc
- Itissalat Al Maghrib
- Lanco Maroc
Work highlights
Defending Itissalat Al Maghrib against an approximately €600m compensation claim brought against it by WANA for alleged anti-competitive practices.
Representing Daewoo Engineering & Construction, a leading Korean construction company, in commercial litigation relating to the construction of power plant projects in Morocco.
Defending Samsung C&T in litigation initiated by Fusimar, one of its former subcontractors, claiming compensation for the alleged poaching of Fusimar employees.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Mahdi Yamnahaddou
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Nihal Benzaida
Nihma El Gachbour
Practice head
Abdellah Moustaid
Other key lawyers
Mahdi Yamnahaddou; Nihma El Gachbour; Nihal Benzaida