BUILD · CONNECT · UNLOCK

An agile approach to business law dedicated to executing complex projects in Côte d'Ivoire and the OHADA area.

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Law. Projects. Markets.

We support companies, investors and institutions in structuring, financing and executing their operations — from legal architecture through to market deployment.

Build · Connect · Unlock

One approach, three stages

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BUILD

Structure

Turn an economic ambition into a legally structured, executable operation.

CONNECT

Assemble

Identify and coordinate the expertise and partners required for execution.

UNLOCK

Unblock

Anticipate and address regulatory and institutional obstacles that slow the project.

Our sectors

Energy · Mining · Infrastructure · Industry · Financial services

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Our capabilities

Seven capabilities, one execution logic.

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Corporate, M&A & company law

Structure and governance for the deal.

01
payments

Banking & finance

Make the project bankable.

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Contracts & operations

Secure the commitments that drive the project.

03
account_balance

Public & regulatory law

Align the project with the State.

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Tax

Avoid tax friction.

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Experience

Track record and execution strength

Structured finance, PPPs and cross-border transactions in West Africa — anonymised matters, details on request.

Support for investors and industrial groups on structuring, permits and contract execution.

33+ Years of Experience
500+ Cases Resolved
10 Legal Experts
Managing Partner's Message

Rigor is our only compass.

"Our business law expertise serves a single mission: ensuring the legal and tax security of your projects and transactions in Côte d'Ivoire and the OHADA area."

A graduate of the Paris and Côte d'Ivoire Bars, Maître Yann KONE has structured major financing opérations and advises governments, institutions and private companies on strategic projects.

- Maître Yann KONE, Founding Partner
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Our Team

Human Capital, Our Strength.

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Maître Yann KONE - Founding partner

Maître Yann KONE

Founding partner

Maître Micheline TONIAN-KONE - Founding partner

Maître Micheline TONIAN-KONE

Founding partner

Featured Event

GABS 2026 Side Event

Doing Business in Africa

Legal Roadmap for German Investors

KONE & Associés takes part in the Alexander & Partner side event in Accra, with Maître Yannick Koné Dossongui, LL.M. (Côte d'Ivoire).

  • Tuesday, 24 November 2026 · 3:00–5:00 PM
  • Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra (Ghana)

In partnership with Alexander & Partner

Let's talk about your project.

Write to us, chat on WhatsApp or book a video slot with our partners.