Founded in 2000 by Mohammed Lafrouji, a former judge with two decades’ judicial experience, Lafrouji Avocats has established itself as a leading law firm in Casablanca. The firm offers comprehensive legal services to a diverse clientele, including multinational corporations, financial institutions and individual clients.
Lafrouji Avocats provides strategic legal counsel in restructuring and insolvency, assisting clients in navigating complex financial challenges. The firm's services encompass advising on debt restructuring, insolvency proceedings and corporate reorganisations. Its multidisciplinary approach ensures that clients receive tailored solutions that align with both Moroccan legal frameworks and international standards. In addition, the firm's legal expertise spans various industries, including manufacturing, technology, finance, healthcare, energy, telecoms, hospitality and consumer goods.
Beyond restructuring and insolvency, Lafrouji Avocats offers a wide range of legal services, including:
• Corporate Law: Incorporation, M&A, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance.
• Banking & Finance: Legal advice on financing agreements, compliance with banking regulations and investment projects.
• Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Representation in civil, commercial and administrative disputes, as well as arbitration and mediation.
• Real Estate & Construction: Property acquisitions, leasing, real estate financing and construction projects.
• International Arbitration: Expertise in representing clients in both domestic and international disputes, with a strategic approach to dispute resolution.
Amal Mazouzi
A key figure in the firm's restructuring and insolvency practice is Amal Mazouzi, an attorney registered with the Casablanca Bar. Before joining Lafrouji Avocats, Ms Mazouzi gained substantial experience in labour, civil and insolvency law through her work with various law firms. Her recent engagements include advising a major Moroccan agricultural export company in litigation before Moroccan courts, representing a prominent clinic in civil and commercial disputes, as well as assisting a royal family in inheritance litigation. Ms Mazouzi's proficiency in Arabic, French and Spanish enables her to effectively serve a diverse clientele.