CLKA – Public Economic Law
At CLKA, the Public Economic Law practice area is central to the firm’s legal services, with a strong presence across all segments of business life involving public law, particularly major transactions between government administrations and private companies.
The firm is committed to providing immediate, operational, and tailored advice for each client’s activity—a cornerstone of its consulting services. CLKA is consistently recognized among the best law firms in West Africa by prestigious international legal guides such as Chambers and Partners and Legal 500, highlighting its expertise in public procurement and other key areas.
Capabilities
The Public Economic Law team at CLKA has a deep understanding of both public and private sector administrations. Our expertise is sought after to assist:
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Public persons
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Contracting authorities (State, local authorities, semi-public companies, public institutions)
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Private companies
…throughout the public procurement process and the performance of public contracts.
Key services include:
Public Procurement
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Advising on the award, execution, and regulation of public contracts.
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Guiding clients through procedures, legal requirements, tender documentation, contract negotiation, evaluation, and award processes.
Public Service Delegation
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Supporting the award, execution, settlement, control, and regulation of public service delegations.
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
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Assistance for PPP projects, from prior assessment to award and execution.
Complex Arrangements
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Conducting feasibility analyses, proposing solutions, and managing complex contracts combining multiple public law instruments.
Regulatory Environment
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Advising on the legal, contractual, statutory, and institutional framework for public bodies not governed by the Public Procurement Code.
Litigation
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Representing clients in procurement and contract performance disputes before administrative and judicial jurisdictions.
Infrastructure Projects
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Expertise also extends to infrastructure projects within the public economic law context.
Team Members Behind Public Economic Law
Eloi Kouakou YAO
Role: Partner
Expertise: Specializes in Public Procurement, Public-Private Partnerships, and Contracts Law. Provides advisory and litigation support for local and international clients.
Background: PhD in Private Law – Montpellier University (France). Dean Emeritus of the Faculty of Law, University of Bouaké, and author of legal publications. Recognized for his deep knowledge of public procurement regulations in West Africa.
Lassiney Kathann CAMARA
Role: CEO & Managing Partner
Expertise: Involved in Project Development and Public Procurement & PPP. Nearly 25 years of experience providing advisory and litigation support across multiple legal domains. Highly valued by investors for his knowledge of West African business regulations. Former member of the Ivorian Competition Commission and contributor to the World Bank’s DOING BUSINESS program.
Sandrine EKRA
Role: Senior Associate
Expertise: Focused on public procurement, PPP, infrastructure, and real estate law, providing advisory and litigation support for local and international clients. Guides clients on tender procedures, negotiation, evaluation, and awards. Participates in missions for the State of Côte d’Ivoire and WAEMU.
Rachel N’DA-EZOA
Role: Tax, Audit, Accounting, and Finance Expert
Expertise: Holds a Master’s in Management Sciences. Supports the Public Procurement & PPP team with financial, audit, and accounting insights to optimize strategic decision-making and project performance.
