D MOUKOURI AND PARTNERS - Key Persons
Aurelien is an Attorney-at-law and Partner in the firm.
He is a Member of the Cameroon Bar Association and a trained OHADA Arbitrator.
He holds a Diploma of Specialized Higher Studies in Corporate Law Practice. He is a Business law graduate and a trained professional in Domestic and International Arbitration from the University of Montpellier in France. He has also completed professional training in the Commercial Arbitration system of the Common Court of Justice and Arbitration (CCJA) under the auspices of the Organisation for the Harmonization of Business Law in Africa (OHADA).
Aurelien specializes in commercial litigation and arbitration. He represents clients in OHADA-related litigation within Africa and International Arbitration proceedings. He is known for his industry-specific knowledge and his expertise in litigation before state courts including the Supreme Court of Cameroon and litigation before the OHADA Common Court of Justice and Arbitration. He handles domestic and international arbitration proceedings and has acted as Counsel in proceedings before the Swiss Chambers' Arbitration Institution.
He regularly provides clients with strategic advice on the execution of public procurement contracts and structuring projects, on tax issues and administrative law issues. He also advises investors, institutional and corporate clients about their projects within the OHADA zone with a focus on the setting up, management, and dissolution of companies, joint-ventures, securities, debt recovery procedures, liquidation of assets, and insolvency.
He handles company secretarial services and advises on shareholders' agreements, shares purchase, corporate governance, corporate finance, company restructuring, regulatory compliance, negotiation, and drafting of commercial agreements. He is known for his expertise in assisting corporate entities in their investment projects. He handles complex public procurement contracts, including engineering, procurement, and construction contracts (EPCs).
He is an approved and certified World Bank Consultant and the Representative of the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA) in Cameroon. He is among the lawyers recognised by the most renowned International Legal Directories like The Legal500.
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Attorney - at - Law and Senior Associate
Benjamin is an Attorney-at-law and Senior Associate in the firm.
He is a Member of the Cameroon Bar Association.
He is a graduate in Business Law, and holder of a Certificate in General Courses on Intellectual Property delivered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Benjamin was a contributor to the Chambers Global Practice Guide 2019 on Trademarks and the 2019 International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG) on Mergers and Acquisitions.
He handles corporate litigation files and counterfeiting proceedings. He advises on intellectual property issues, including trademarks, patents, industrial designs, trade names, geographical indications. He recognises the significant value of IP rights and takes a practical view to resolve issues arising.
He handles complex corporate matters with a focus on the following sectors Financial services, Telecom, Distribution, Construction, Health, Tourism, Transportation, Audiovisual, Postal courier, and Professional services.
He was among the key members in the firm advising The World Bank Group and the World Trade Organization on the trade in services policies in Cameroon for the AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area) negotiations. The combined African Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the 55 Member States is valued at USD 3.4 trillion with a population of 1.3 billion people. The AfCFTA Agreement represents the turning point that will accelerate intra African trade and promote Africa's global market position by unifying the continent under one voice.
He is an approved and certified World Bank Consultant.
Job Titles:
- Operations and Business Development Manager
Olivier is the IT Manager in the firm.
He is a Telecommunications Engineer who graduated from the National Higher Polytechnic School of Cameroon.
He stands out with qualities such as accountability, crisis management and an ability to prioritise.
He is responsible for the firm's systems and information. His duties include :