A&O Shearman

A&O Shearman is one of the world's top law firms with expertise in banking & finance, M&A, litigation, funds, IP, and related business solutions. Over the past 30+ years, our Africa Group has advised clients on numerous large-scale international transactions across the continent, providing an integrated service for clients doing business in the region.  In addition to our on-the-ground presence in Johannesburg and Casablanca, our Africa Group consists of experts seated throughout the A&O Shearman network.  Together with local counsel, we are equally adept at advising clients in Anglophone, Francophone and Lusophone jurisdictions and have a detailed knowledge of how market positions have evolved over time. In addition to promoting best legal practice in Africa, we are at the cutting edge of wider regional developments.