GUINEA Law and Practice Contributed by: Sarah Razafindrafito and Tiavina Rakotonaivo, John W Ffooks & Co
John W Ffooks & Co is a leading corporate and commercial law firm providing local counsel advice across French-speaking Africa. The firm’s bilingual team of 11 partners and 40 lawyers uniquely com - bines Napoleonic legal expertise with a common law approach, making it the preferred choice for interna - tional transactions in the region. John W Ffooks & Co specialises in supporting inward investors, bridging the gap between Anglo-Saxon business practices and local legal systems derived from the Napoleonic
Code. Trusted by global corporations, financial insti - tutions, private equity firms, and government bodies, the firm offers tailored legal solutions, advising on a wide range of commercial legal issues in countries including Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Ivo - ry Coast, Mali, Niger, Senegal and Togo. With senior colleagues in every jurisdiction, the firm’s partner-led services ensure high-quality advice across all sec - tors.
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Sarah Razafindrafito has extensive experience in mining and natural resources, advising clients on regulatory and transactional matters across OHADA member states and Francophone Africa. Her expertise
Tiavina Rakotonaivo specialises in mining and natural resources law, with a focus on Guinea and OHADA member countries in Francophone Africa. Her expertise in local regulations and corporate law enables
includes corporate and commercial transactions, particularly acquisitions and joint ventures in the mining sector. She plays a key role in assisting partners with complex cases, managing both domestic and cross-border matters within the OHADA legal framework. Fluent in French and English, Sarah offers strategic guidance to clients navigating mining operations and regulatory landscapes. Her deep understanding of the industry and local regulations ensures tailored solutions, fostering compliance and successful ventures in Guinea and beyond.
her to guide clients through the complexities of mining operations and resource management. Tiavina provides strategic advice on corporate matters, cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance, catering to both local enterprises and multinational corporations. Fluent in French and English, she bridges linguistic and legal gaps, delivering tailored solutions for mining and resource ventures. Her knowledge ensures clients achieve their strategic objectives in Madagascar and the broader OHADA region.
John W Ffooks & Co Immeuble Fellah 4ème Étage Kipé-Centre Emetteur En Face du Collège Kipé Commune de Ratoma Guinea Tel: +22 133 825 8482 Email: Guinea@JWFLegal.com Web: www.jwflegal.com
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