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Lawyer at the Meknès Bar, admitted to practise before the Court of Cassation, serving individuals, companies and institutions since 1991. Holder of a bachelor’s degree (licence) in private law obtained in 1984 at Université Hassan II de Casablanca, Maître Lezbare Jamal completed his civil service with the Court of Appeal of Meknès. He then carried out his pupillage with the firms of Maîtres Hassan Alaoui and Abdelmajid Amor, both recognised for their expertise in insurance law and business law. This academic, institutional and practical training underpins a working method based on the rigorous analysis of documents, the legal characterisation of the facts, command of procedure and the definition of a strategy tailored to each case.

Lawyer admitted to practise before the Court of Cassation, specialised in family law, business law, commercial and real-estate litigation and public procurement. Over more than 32 years of professional practice, I have successfully pleaded complex cases and provided strategic advice to companies and start-ups. I offer advanced expertise in drafting commercial contracts, conducting negotiations and settling disputes through amicable means and arbitration. Committed to providing a legal service based on digitalisation, absolute transparency and speed, in order to secure the interests of our economic partners.

A lawyer since 1993 and a member of the El Jadida Bar since 2015, holder of a doctorate in law and admitted to practise before the Court of Cassation. With more than thirty years of legal practice and representation before the Moroccan courts, I handle civil law, commercial and business law, real estate law, family and matrimonial law, and administrative law. I provide legal advice, representation and the defence of my clients' interests throughout the national territory, favouring effective legal solutions tailored to each situation.

Rankings Find Lawyers Firm Chakouri & Ammas S.C.P.A. in the following rankings: Litigation & Arbitration Morocco International arbitration and litigation Strong reputation 2026 See the full ranking Positioning Institutional presentation Built on the legacy of the oldest law firm in Morocco, Lawyers Firm CHAKOURI & AMMAS SCPA embodies more than seventy years of accumulated legal excellence. Rooted in Casablanca and present internationally, the firm deploys an integrated and multidisciplinary approach combining business lawyers, tax specialists and chartered accountants based in Casablanca and Paris, making it possible to offer every client a complete, strategic and rapid solution. Support for foreign and local investors With in-depth expertise in business and investment law in Morocco, the firm supports foreign investors at every stage of their establishment, in particular in free zones and industrial zones. Thanks to its close institutional relations with business centres, the CRI, the AMDIEE and several leading banking partners, the firm ensures a smooth, secure and optimised implementation of every investment and financing project, with personalised support for complete structuring. Expertise and integrated approach Our Business Model Optimisation (BMO) is based on a 360° vision of legal, tax and financial advice and, more generally, of all areas of law. Our lawyers have high-level multidisciplinary training and a capacity to listen and adapt aligned with international standards, in order to save our clients time and generate value for them by anticipating, because we know their requirements. Banking and insurance Business and corporate law Domestic and international taxation Labour law and social security law Commercial and civil law Digital law and compliance (compliance, KYC/KYB) Business criminal law Litigation, arbitration and general matters Protection of personal data Competition Council Maritime law and related litigation International network A member of the international lawyers' network GESICA, of the Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise and of the European Association of Lawyers (A.E.A.), the firm is solidly integrated into global legal networks. Our correspondents in Africa, Europe and Asia, in particular with the firm Shanghai Landing Firm, which is present in 27 countries worldwide with more than 1,000 staff, and the German firm Landgraaft & Schneider, which specialise in mergers and acquisitions and stock market listings, as well as our strategic partnership with a major African player in compliance and KYC/KYB covering 54 African countries, strengthen our international presence and our commitment to efficiency for a practice compliant with the best governance standards in each country for our clients, and for smooth and effective cross-border representation, in line with the profession's most demanding standards. Management and philosophy The firm is headed by Maître Belkacem CHAKOURI, a business lawyer registered with the Casablanca Bar, admitted to practise before the Court of Cassation, in partnership and together with Maître El Mostafa AMMAS, who holds a doctorate in business law and is an emeritus teacher-researcher. Holder of advanced degrees in business law obtained in France and in Canada, multilingual and deeply internationally oriented, Maître CHAKOURI embodies the new generation of Moroccan lawyers combining tradition, modernity and efficiency, and he is also a doctrinal contributor to business law journals. Under his leadership, the firm has established itself as an essential reference in matters of defence, legal strategy and corporate advice. The firm's main asset, which makes its particularity and its difference, beyond its references and its qualities, is the fact that Maître Belkacem is not only a man of case files with a strategic vision and all the required knowledge, complementarily with Maître Mostafa EL AMMAS, who is an outstanding procedural lawyer and structurer of major projects, but this is above all accompanied by their deep knowledge of how things work in Morocco, thanks to their long practice with the various participants in legal, financial, administrative and other spheres, which gives them a certain and rare advantage in placing clients in good hands and assisting them reliably. Social commitment and values Faithful to an ethic based on transparency, integrity and responsibility, the firm is committed to carrying out PRO BONO actions for associations, single mothers, women victims of violence and any person in a genuine situation of vulnerability requiring legal assistance and who turns to it. This human dimension is an integral part of our identity: defending the law while serving society. "The law has value only if it is placed at the service of the human being" In conclusion Because CHAKOURI & AMMAS SCPA offers more than a legal service: we bring a vision, security and an execution capacity that few structures can guarantee. Choosing our firm means benefiting from: Certified expertise recognised at national and international level, Strategic support in sensitive and high-stakes matters, A reliable global network (GESICA – CIFILE – AEA – Shanghai Landing Firm), A unique ability to anticipate, resolve and turn challenges into opportunities, Total involvement, based on loyalty, rigour and excellence. Ultimately, our firm is the natural partner of any demanding company, financial institution, investor or individual seeking solid, secure, ambitious support that is resolutely future-oriented, and looking for a legal partner particularly familiar with Moroccan realities. "We defend your interests with strength, strategy and vision, because your stakes deserve a firm capable of performing at the highest level." Business lawyer. Admitted to practise before the Court of Cassation. Ranked in the excellent category in the international Legal Awards ranking. Lawyers Firm Chakouri &Ammas SCPA b.chakouri@cabinetavocatmaroc.fr www.cabinetavocatmaroc.ma leaderseague.com.

Do you have a legal question? Would you like to know your rights before making a decision or initiating proceedings? During a consultation by telephone or by video conference, I answer your questions, analyse your situation, and indicate the steps best suited to your case. You may consult me in particular in order to: understand your rights and your obligations assess your chances of success in a dispute know which steps to take analyse a contract or a document before signing it be advised in a conflict with an individual or a company Every consultation is personalised, confidential and geared towards concrete solutions. More than 23 years of experience serving individuals and businesses.

A lawyer specialising in digital law and business law, I assist companies, professionals and individuals in securing the legal aspects of their activities, their projects and their interests, both in advisory matters and in litigation. My approach is based on an in-depth understanding of the issues specific to each case. Beyond the legal analysis, I pay particular attention to the economic, technological and strategic dimensions of the matters entrusted to me, in order to propose concrete, pragmatic solutions adapted to my clients' realities. Areas of practice: - Digital, Technologies & Innovation I assist companies, electronic service providers, content creators and promoters of innovative projects in securing the legal aspects of their digital activities, bringing them into regulatory compliance and protecting their intangible assets. Digital compliance & Strategic advice • Legal advice in digital law. • Bringing digital activities into compliance with the applicable regulations. • Carrying out compliance audits and risk mapping. • Regulatory monitoring and strategic support for digital transformation projects. Protection of personal data • Compliance with the applicable regulations on the protection of personal data. • Drafting and updating privacy policies, information notices and cookie policies. • Support in dealings with the competent authorities. • Audits and advice on data governance. IT contracts & Digital transformation • Drafting, negotiating and reviewing IT contracts. • Software, application and platform development contracts. • Legal securing of IT and digital transformation projects. E-commerce & Digital platforms • Legal support for electronic commerce activities. • Drafting General Terms and Conditions of Sale (GTCS), General Terms of Use (GTU) and legal notices. • Advice on consumer protection and electronic payments. • Legal compliance of digital platforms and marketplaces. Intellectual property & Digital assets • Protection, valorisation and management of intellectual property rights. • Filing and renewal of trademarks, designs and models. • Protection of software, databases, digital content and original creations. • Drafting assignment, licence and exploitation contracts. Content creators & Influencers • Drafting and negotiating collaboration, sponsorship and partnership contracts. • Protection of image rights, digital content and intellectual property. • Advice on the legal obligations applicable to advertising, commercial partnerships and social networks. • Support in managing disputes relating to digital platforms. Digital litigation & Cybercrime • Assistance and representation in disputes relating to digital activities. • Protection against infringements of personal data, online reputation and intellectual property rights. • Support in matters of cybercrime, computer fraud, digital identity theft and the liability of digital players. - Corporate & Business Company formation, structuring & governance • Incorporation of companies and legal support with formation. • Drafting and amending articles of association. • Preparation of shareholders' agreements. Corporate secretarial services • Monitoring the legal life of companies. • Preparation of general meetings. • Drafting minutes and corporate resolutions. • Completion of legal formalities with the competent administrations. • Updating corporate registers and legal documents. Commercial contracts • Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts. • Distribution, commercial agency, franchise and partnership contracts. • Service provision and subcontracting contracts. • Assistance with the performance, renegotiation and termination of contracts. Compliance & Corporate governance • Legal compliance audits. • Compliance with the applicable regulations. • Development of internal procedures and governance mechanisms. • Management of legal risks. Business litigation • Prevention and management of commercial disputes. • Representation before the commercial courts. • Debt recovery. • Directors' liability and disputes between shareholders. - Employment & HR • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating employment contracts, preparing internal regulations, HR policies and internal procedures. • Support in the application of labour legislation, bringing HR practices into compliance and legal monitoring. • Assistance in conducting disciplinary procedures, dismissals and terminations of the employment contract. • Defence and representation of clients before the courts and other authorities competent in labour matters. - Business criminal law • Prevention and management of criminal risks related to corporate activity. • Assistance to companies, directors and employees in the context of investigations, inspections, hearings and criminal proceedings. • Defence of the interests of companies and their directors before the criminal courts. - Arbitration & Mediation I assist companies, investors and individuals in preventing and resolving disputes, favouring alternative dispute resolution methods suited to their interests. Arbitration • Acting as arbitrator in arbitration proceedings. • Assistance and representation of the parties before the arbitral tribunal. • Drafting and negotiating arbitration agreements. Mediation • Acting as mediator in mediation proceedings. • Assistance and representation of the parties throughout the mediation process. • Advice on amicable dispute resolution strategies. - Training in digital law I assist companies, institutions and professionals in strengthening their skills and their legal culture in digital matters. I design and deliver training courses tailored to the issues facing each organisation, in order to foster a better understanding of legal obligations, anticipate legal risks and promote practices that comply with regulatory developments.

Anouar Sadki has been the founding partner of Sadki Law Firm since September 2023. A doctoral researcher in business law, he is preparing two doctoral theses in parallel: one at the Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, under the supervision of Professor François-Xavier Lucas, on the prospects for the development of company law and insolvency law opened up by Morocco's accession to OHADA; the other at the Faculté polydisciplinaire de Béni Mellal (Université Sultan Moulay Slimane), on the handling of the difficulties of SMEs in times of major crises, from a comparative law perspective. The defence of the Moroccan thesis is scheduled for 30 December 2026, and that of the Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne thesis in 2028. His education combines a Master's degree in banking and financial law (Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne), a Master's degree in business law (FSJES Mohammedia — Université Hassan II, top of his class), a University Diploma (DU) in insolvency law (Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne), the Inter-University Diploma (DIU) "Juriste OHADA" and a certification in Contract Law from Harvard Law School — a background completed by a bachelor's degree in law obtained as top of his class (FSJES Mohammedia). His practice draws on some ten years of experience, in both litigation and advisory work. Before his admission to the Casablanca Bar in 2019, he practised for more than four years as an associate in the family firm IFLAH-SADKI Avocats, founded in 1984 — experience since developed between Casablanca and Paris, working with Moroccan, French and American law firms. This dual legal culture, both academic and professional, sustains a demanding, strategic business law practice with a resolutely international outlook.

Maître Nassima Semlali El Idrissi, lawyer at the Cabinet d’Avocats SEMLALI, founded in 1989. For more than 35 years, the SEMLALI firm has been assisting individuals, professionals and companies in defending their rights and protecting their interests. This long-standing presence in the legal landscape reflects a constant commitment based on rigour, trust and the quality of legal support. Our practice covers a wide range of legal fields, in particular: Business law and commercial law (commercial contracts, disputes between professionals, commercial leases, etc.). Company law (incorporation of companies, transfers of shares, shareholders’ agreements, amendments to articles of association, etc.). Debt recovery (formal notices, amicable and judicial recovery, enforcement proceedings, etc.). Criminal law (criminal defence, filing of complaints, assistance before the criminal courts, etc.). Family law (divorce, maintenance, child custody, inheritance, etc.). Real estate and land law (property transactions, land disputes, co-ownership, leases, etc.). Air law (flight cancellations and delays, loss of luggage, liability of air carriers, etc.). Digital law (protection of personal data, cybercrime, disputes relating to digital activities, etc.). Committed to a relationship of trust and proximity, we favour a personalised approach combining attentiveness, responsiveness and a legal strategy tailored to the specific features of each case, both in advisory and litigation matters. Our commitment: to place more than three decades of legal practice at the service of your interests, with rigour, availability and determination.

Maître Hamza HICHAMI is a lawyer in Casablanca and practises within his own firm, where he assists a clientele made up of individuals, professionals and companies with their various legal issues. He acts both in advisory matters and in litigation, bringing to each case an analysis suited to its nature and to the interests at stake for his clients. His practice covers several areas of law and relates in particular to legal support, the drafting and analysis of deeds and contracts, as well as the defence and representation of his clients’ interests before the competent courts. He also handles disputes and seeks legal solutions adapted to the situations entrusted to him. Maître Hamza HICHAMI assists his clients through the various stages of their proceedings, from the analysis of their situation and the identification of legal risks to the implementation of appropriate solutions. He pays particular attention to understanding each case, preparing procedures and following up on matters, in order to ensure consistent and structured handling. Maître Hamza HICHAMI bases his practice on rigour, availability and confidentiality. His approach favours a relationship of trust with his clients and a precise understanding of their needs, with the aim of providing them with serious, clear legal support adapted to the particularities of each situation.

A lawyer registered on the Roll of the Nador Bar Association, I practise mainly in the fields of business law, criminal law, family law, real estate law and commercial law. Drawing on experience acquired over several years of professional practice, I provide advice, assistance and representation to my clients before the competent courts, as well as handling the various legal issues falling within my areas of specialisation.

Lawyer registered with the Tangier Bar since 1997, practising exclusively in business law, both in advisory work and in litigation. We have proven experience in advising and representing national and international companies. Our professionals work in Arabic as well as in French, English and Spanish.

Maître Najm Eddine Hajji is a lawyer registered with the Tangier Bar, specialised in business law and strategic support for companies. Combining legal rigour with a business vision, Maître Hajji positions himself as a trusted partner for companies wishing to develop within a secure framework while optimising their performance.