Benzakour Law Firm

Established in 1968 by Abdelaziz Benzakour – a revered statesman and former Bar leader – Benzakour Law Firm brings decades of legal acumen to Morocco’s maritime sector​. The firm offers a full portfolio of business law services, and shipping/admiralty law is one of its core specializations​. BLF advises global shipping lines, freight forwarders, insurers, and port operators on a spectrum of maritime issues, from ship registration and financing to cargo claim litigation and vessel arrest proceedings. The firm’s managing partner, Rachid Benzakour, is known for a dynamic and innovative approach, and the team is multilingual (fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Arabic)​ – a key asset in international maritime arbitrations and cross-border transactions. BLF has been ranked among the top firms in Africa, winning the Chambers Africa Award 2021 as “Morocco Law Firm of the Year”​.

Its maritime practice benefits from Morocco’s strategic ports (like Casablanca and Tanger-Med), regularly handling legal matters related to shipping contracts, charterparty disputes, marine insurance, and regulatory compliance under Moroccan and international admiralty law. The firm also plays a significant role in facilitating foreign investment in port and logistics infrastructure, bridging international investors with Morocco’s maritime opportunities​. With just a two-partner leadership and a lean team, Benzakour Law Firm punches above its weight through specialized expertise and a stellar reputation. Clients praise the firm’s deep knowledge of local law and its extensive network – BLF often collaborates with major international firms (such as Hogan Lovells, Clyde & Co, and others) on complex maritime projects and disputes​.This combination of local insight and global collaboration has cemented Benzakour Law Firm’s status as a leading admiralty law specialist in North Africa.