Fidal Africa is reputed for its expertise in the renewable energy sector, particularly handling risk mitigation, regulatory frameworks and compliance for hydrogen and offshore wind projects. Additionally, the team provide dedicated services focused on the auditing of PPP contracts. Julie Claude spearheads the practice, excelling in public business law, PPP and complex public contracts and leverages two decades of public project experience in the energy, mining and health sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘This is a great team, very dedicated and available to its clients with a deep knowledge of the energy sector and the political context, as well as a practical approach very solution-orientated.’
- ‘Julie Claude has a deep knowledge and understanding of what it takes to successfully develop infrastructure and energy projects in Morocco and more generally on the African continent. She is available and dedicated to her clients with a very personalised approach.'
- ‘Julie Claude demonstrates a remarkable ability to manage complex infrastructure and public law projects involving multiple stakeholders and layered challenges. Her capacity to coordinate legal, technical, and financial dimensions with precision and clarity is instrumental to the success of large-scale initiatives. Whether advising on regulatory structuring or steering cross-border negotiations, she brings a unique combination of strategic vision and operational effectiveness.’
- ‘FIDAL Morocco Africa’s Projects and Public Law team combines deep local knowledge with a strong international perspective. What makes them unique is their ability to navigate complex infrastructure and regulatory environments across Africa while providing clear, pragmatic and business-orientated advice. They are particularly strong in PPP structuring, project financing and public sector engagement.’
- ‘FIDAL’s advice is practical, tailored, and solution-orientated, rather than purely academic. Their work is delivered efficiently and consistently at a very high standard.’
- ‘Julie Claude stands out as an exceptional partner. She combines sharp technical expertise with a deep understanding of the African infrastructure ecosystem, including the legal and financial constraints faced by investors and public entities. Her ability to anticipate issues and propose workable, pragmatic solutions makes her unique compared with competitors.’
Key clients
- Promoged
- Air Liquide
- Avant scene
- UC-PCCET
- INEE/CDG
Work highlights
Advised Air Liquide in an audit focused on a wide scope of legal issues on complex and innovative projects across rare industrial and medical gases industry.
Advised State of Senegal on the implementation of public private partnerships aimed at structuring the infrastructure of future integrated waste recovery centres as part of the second phase of the Solid Waste Management Promotion Project.
Advised SNCF in the implementation of photovoltaic power plant installations across 55 ONCF railway stations.
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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Julie Claude