We are
DLA Piper.

With offices in 20 countries across the African continent, we offer extensive local skill and presence, supported by one of the world’s largest global law firms – DLA Piper. The wider global Africa team comprises over 200 lawyers, based in key hubs such as London, Johannesburg, New York, Paris, Casablanca, Dubai, Perth, Hong Kong and Beijing.

Stärke durch lokale Exzellenz.

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CAREERS IN FRANCE

DLA Piper in Johannesburg

The Johannesburg office undertakes work across South Africa and operates as a hub for work in other parts of Sub-Saharan Africa. The office focuses on business generated domestically, regionally and internationally, drawing on the strengths of DLA Piper’s global presence and client base.

DLA Piper in Casablanca

Our Casablanca office offers the services of a multi-disciplinary team with in-depth knowledge of the Moroccan market. In addition to the considerable opportunities the country offers, our office aims at providing an entry point to the African continent, as we assist our local and international clients with their external growth strategies and expansions.

Our achievements

Proven know-how

We have extensive, proven know-how in the most important African business sectors including financial services, consumer goods, energy and natural resources, infrastructure, construction and transport, and technology and telecoms – both in an advisory capacity and in complex litigation and international arbitration.

Trusted relationships

A wide range of organisations trust us to help deliver their objectives, such as leading national and multinational companies expanding into Africa or investing there. Others include project sponsors, governments, private equity funds, public entities, banks and financial institutions.

Supporting local communities

Africa is a key focus for our global pro bono initiative; activities have included increasing access to justice in Namibia and promoting financial inclusion for African women. Through our global scholarships programme we are sponsoring students from Ethiopia, Senegal, Uganda and Zambia.

Market recognition

Year after year, DLA Piper is recognised as one of the most active law firms on the African continent, including International Law Firm of the Year, Highly Commended (African Legal Awards 2018) and #1 in African M&A for deal volume (Mergermarket 2018).

Our people

“I really enjoy working with colleagues in different jurisdictions and traveling to a wide variety of jurisdictions. It’s great to be part of a truly global operation.”

— Peter
— Partner

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“I love working on transactions with colleagues from various offices and different levels. It’s so amazing and motivating.”

— Pride
— Legal Director

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“The people are just amazing – humble, friendly, driven, passionate about what they do. What’s there not to like about that?”

— Liza
— Senior Marketing & Business Development Manager

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Who we are

Our vision

At DLA Piper we strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality and value to our clients. We believe that great businesses can make a better world. That’s why we work hard to achieve the best results for our clients, wherever they do business, and for our people, wherever they work.

We’ve created a culture where every voice counts and every success is recognised. And in the face of fundamental changes in the legal industry, we’re redefining the structure and approach of the traditional law firm.

Our culture and values

We’ve created a culture that encourages and values individual choice and opportunity, combined with inclusion and teamwork. We give, we share and encourage you to do the same.

Our culture is always open and always honest, strengthened by the four values we live every day: Be Supportive; Be Collaborative; Be Bold; Be Exceptional.

We redefine the possible

At DLA Piper, innovation and challenging the status quo are the vital spark to how we think and what we do. Together, we create exceptional experiences, outcomes and growth for our clients and people.

We make this happen with a culture where you bring your passion and individuality to work every day. We want you to reach your full potential as part of a diverse, global team that thrives on collaboration, and seizing opportunities and commercial edge.