Foued specialises in banking and finance, arbitration and M&A. He is well regarded for his work in joint ventures and project finance. Foued’s experience includes assisting and advising major investors and credit institutions in respect of investments and financings in Algeria and in the MENA region. He has been involved in complex cross-border financing transactions. He has extensive experience in the energy sector in Algeria and has recently advised Edison on an agreement to sell its stake in the North Reggane license in Algeria and Occidental Petroleum on the signing of a USD multibillion production-sharing contract (PSC) extending control over two blocks in Algeria.

Foued has also secured important M&A mandates in the consumer and healthcare sectors. Foued worked as a lawyer in renowned international law firms in Paris and London. 

One commentator said: Algiers-based Foued Bourabiat has impressive experience in mandates relating to banking and finance, arbitration and M&A. He is also well regarded for his work in joint ventures and project finance. He is particularly skilled in advising international entities on inbound investment.

Foued Bourabiat was named “Algeria Lawyer of the Year” at the L500 MENA Awards 2025 and ADNA was named "Algeria Firm of the Year" at the L500 MENA awards 2026.

"I would work with him for anything in Algeria."

"Foued knows how the government operates, he understands the contracts, and he is also always responsive."

"I am very happy I found Foued for our work in Algeria; he is very good. He is extremely professional and very trustworthy."

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He is fluent in French, English and Arabic.

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