Areas of expertise

Mohamed Ali Khelil Charef, a lawyer admitted to the Tunis Bar since 2007, brings extensive international experience from his work with renowned law firms such as Shearman & Sterling, Surana & Surana, and Jeantet AARPI. His practice spans multiple jurisdictions, focusing on corporate law, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and international trade law, including commercial contracts and arbitrations in Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

Mohamed Ali advises local and international clients on investment and corporate matters, providing expert guidance throughout market entry, development, and divestment stages. He offers specialized support to foreign investors establishing operations in Morocco, whether through direct investment or joint ventures, and helps companies navigate exchange control regulations, competition law, and compliance requirements.

His expertise extends to listed companies on both the Casablanca MASI and Paris Euronext stock exchanges, where he provides counsel on share acquisitions and disposals, governance issues, and regulatory compliance— with a particular focus on competition law.

Mohamed Ali works across a broad range of industries, including heavy industries, chemicals and petrochemicals, mining, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, waste management, cement, insurance, agribusiness, franchises, and large-scale retail. His experience in complex, sector-specific legal issues ensures his clients benefit from comprehensive, actionable advice.

In addition to advisory services, Mohamed Ali represents clients before leading arbitration institutions such as LCIA, ICC, NAI, and Ad Hoc tribunals, with expertise in resolving commercial, governance, and investment disputes. His hands-on approach ensures clients receive pragmatic solutions aligned with their business objectives, even in the most complex disputes.

Academic background

• Master's in International and European Law (Toulouse I)

• Master's in Comparative International Business Law (Paris I)
  

Languages

French, English, Arabic.