UGGC Africa covers a full scope of employment law, including individual and collective litigation, amicable termination negotiations, employment contracts, as well as day-to-day issues and due diligence. The firm’s well established client list features multinational clients in the hospitality, luxury fashion and manufacturing sectors. Ali Bougrine leads the practice, experienced in analysing and adapting employment contracts, handling whistle-blower claims and employee terminations. Rim Tazi is equipped to handle work visa procedures and internal regulation implementation, while Fabien Gagnerot recently assisted with the termination of employment contracts, redundancy negotiations and procedures.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Ali Bougrine and Rim Tazi are my go-to lawyers for all employment law matters. They are outstanding lawyers, always available for us, and it really helps to know that our lawyers are just a phone call away. The team is effective; they have a sharp understanding of our issues and a creative approach. They show great flexibility to meet with tight deadlines; they are remarkable lawyers.’
  • ‘Ali Bougrine is brilliant and committed and provides us with legal solutions that are suited to our business and strategy. Rim Tazi is also a great lawyer in employment law; she is always responsive and has an excellent understanding of the challenges we are facing.’

Key clients

  • Christian Dior
  • Holcim Group
Practice head

Ali Bougrine

Other key lawyers

Rim Tazi; Fabien Gagnerot