BHM Legal: Your Trusted Partner in Mauritania's Legal Landscape

BHM Legal  is a full-service law firm based in Mauritania, founded in 2009 under the Mauritanian law Number 013-2007 related to the civil companies. we have built a reputation for excellence in a broad range of legal fields, establishing ourselves as a trusted advisor to both domestic and international clients. Our firm is dedicated to understanding Mauritania's legal and regulatory environment, leveraging our deep knowledge and expertise to deliver effective, results-oriented solution. Our team of highly skilled attorneys is fluent in Arabic, English, and French, ensuring we can meet the diverse needs of our clients and provide legal solutions that align with our clients' objectives.

Our Mission

At BHM Legal, our mission is to deliver high-quality, tailored legal services that are both client-centric and solutions-focused. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in every matter we handle. Our goal is to empower clients—whether they are multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), or individuals—by offering legal advice and effective representation that supports their growth and success.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a dynamic and client-focused law firm that approaches every legal issue with the right method. Whether advising on complex mergers and acquisitions, negotiating high-value contracts, or providing representation in high-stakes litigation, our team is dedicated to achieving optimal outcomes for our clients. We combine deep local expertise with a global perspective, helping clients navigate Mauritania’s dynamic legal environment and the African market.

Our Values

  • Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring trust and transparency with every client.
  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in every aspect of our work, from client service to legal analysis and advocacy.
  • Client Focus: We are dedicated to understanding and meeting our clients' specific needs, offering practical solutions.
  • Innovation: We embrace innovation, adapting to the evolving legal and business landscape to better serve our clients.

Affiliations

BHM Legal is proudly affiliated with several prestigious national and international organizations, which strengthens our ability to stay at the forefront of legal developments and expand our reach beyond Mauritania. Our key affiliations including:

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Mauritanian Bar Association

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Mauritanian Chamber of Commerce

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International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)

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The World Bank Group’s Doing Business

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Union Internationale des Avocats (UIA)

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Africa Law Alliance (Francophone law firms)

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University of Nouakchott – Law School

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University of Nouakchott – Islamic Institute

Our practice including:

  • Installation Phase in Mauritania
  • We have assisted numerous clients setting up and expanding their businesses in Mauritania. Our expertise in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and business operations has made us the go-to law firm for companies seeking to establish a strong foothold in Mauritania.
  • Construction & Real Estate: Representing clients in complex construction projects, real estate transactions, and related legal matters.
  • Joint Ventures & Mergers and Acquisitions: Providing strategic advice and legal guidance on joint ventures, acquisitions, and market expansion opportunities.
  • Banking & Islamic Financing: Specializing in Sharia-compliant Islamic finance products, assisting clients with regulatory compliance.
  • Labor & Employment: Offering expert counsel on employment law issues, including cross-border employment, disputes, workforce management, and social security matters.
  • Human Rights: Advocating for victims of human rights violations and raising awareness of human rights laws in Mauritania.
  • Tax Law: Advising clients on tax compliance, resolving disputes with tax authorities, and helping companies optimize their tax strategies.
  • Mining & Natural Resources: Assisting clients in the mining and extractive industries, including navigating regulatory requirements and negotiating with government entities.
  • Insurance & Maritime Law: Providing legal assistance in insurance disputes, claims handling, and maritime law, particularly concerning Mauritania’s vital waterways.

Our References

At BHM Legal, we are deeply committed to safeguarding the interests of our clients. We have cultivated long-term relationships with a wide range of clients. Over the years, we have earned the trust of our clients by delivering consistent, high-quality legal counsel and achieving favourable outcomes across diverse industries.

  • Construction Projects: We represented Caddell in a construction project in Nouakchott, Mauritania, managing legal aspects related to labor, banking, and dispute resolution.
  • Joint Ventures: Our firm facilitated a successful joint-venture between Turkish and Mauritanian companies for investment project.
  • Agriculture and Fishing Investments: We assisted the Saudi-based Erajihi Group in securing investments and negotiating with the Government of Mauritania to develop agricultural and fishing projects.
  • Energy & Green Initiatives: Recently, we helped a German company enter Mauritania’s green hydrogen sector, an important development for the green hydrogen future in Mauritania.
  • Mining Projects: We have advised clients such as GUG, a Sudanese company, in negotiating mining agreements in Mali.
  •  We assisted Enajah Drilling in various legal matters with regard to contracting with “SNIM” Mauritania’s national mining company.
  • We are assisting Turkish airlines Office in Nouakchott on various legal matters.
  • We assisted Menergy – SARL in various legal matters regarding its involvement in Mauritania & Senegal: Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Project “GTA”.
  • We provided legal advices for number of companies working in the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Project “GTA”.
  • construction – Advising on a construction project in Nouakchott, covering labor law, banking transactions, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution.
  • Turkish Airlines – Providing ongoing legal counsel to the airline’s office in Nouakchott.
  • Erajihi Group – Representing the Saudi financial group in negotiations and investments in agricultural and fishing projects with the Mauritanian government.
  • SMASCO – Assisting the Saudi manpower solutions company during its establishment phase in Mauritania.
  • PRAMAC – Advising a leading generator manufacturer on its market entry and establishment in Mauritania.
  • SOMELEC – Ongoing legal support to the national electricity company of Mauritania.
  • ESE Group – Facilitating JV with Mauritanian and Moroccan companies in the solar energy.
  • Chinguity Pharma Group – Advising this local distributor of medical equipment and pharmaceuticals products in Mauritania.
  • Wise Group
  • Afroprt Mauritanie
  • Invest in Africa
  • Lana Mining SARL
  • Elhazem Mining SARL
  • Rekaz Mining SARL
  • Egibco Mining
  • Edaama SARL
  • Muslims in Need

West Africa

BHM Legal is a proud member of the Africa Law Alliance (ALA), an esteemed network of independent law firms across West and Central Africa. This affiliation allows us to extend our services beyond Mauritania and offer a comprehensive range of legal services to both local and international clients. ALA’s primary objective is to support foreign investors and businesses looking to establish operations or expand their investments across the Francophone African region.

Commitment to Confidentiality

Our lawyers are bound by strict professional codes of conduct, ensuring that all client information is protected with the utmost care. Furthermore, all staff members sign confidentiality agreements.

We are also committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards by preventing conflicts of interest. Should any potential conflict arise, we promptly notify our clients and take the necessary internal measures to protect their interests.

Contact Us

Whether you are a business or an individual, we can help you navigate the complexities of Mauritania's legal landscape. Contact us today to learn how we can support your legal objectives with confidence and professionalism.

Our Team

Our team is competent in both advisory and litigation matters and has a perfect knowledge of the practice of business law in Mauritania.

Boumiya Hamoud Maham

Managing Partner

Attorney-at-law with long experience in the legal field, Boumiya has worked for Toyota in Seattle, (USA). His firm is currently advising in different areas of business such as mining, manufacturing, trading and transport. 

Mr. Hamoud has developed a great deal of experience working in different business environments such as Africa and the USA. Among other legal qualifications, Boumiya holds a Certificate of Excellence on legal perspectives on mining contracts. 

Elmamy Ebaba

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Attorney-at-law since 2005, former magistrate, Elmamy has over 35 years of experience in the legal field. 

LEWFAH MOHAMED ALI

PHD in Law - Business Law - Corporate Law - University of Aix-Marseille - France

SKILLS 

– Consultation and reception of customers – Evaluation of the request and adapted response 

– Drafting of legal documents (conclusions and contracts) – Knowledge of commercial procedures 

– Use of legal databases and case law – Work in a team and independently and easy adaptation