Bobson COULIBALY

Experience

Bobson Coulibaly has nearly 20 years of experience in legal practice, specializing in business law. She is a partner at SCP Yanogo Bobson, a law firm based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, known for serving a diverse clientele including startups, state-owned enterprises, and multinational corporations. Her expertise encompasses commercial litigation, aviation law, labor law, project financing, and general commercial transactions. Coulibaly is recognized as one of the leading lawyers in Burkina Faso, particularly noted for her work in the mining sector and corporate governance. She also collaborates with Canadian law firms and provides legal services in both French and English.

Specialty

Bobson Coulibaly specializes in corporate law, with a strong focus on general business law, mining, project financing, employment law, and aviation law. She is involved in advising on corporate governance matters and has contributed to legal guides on business and governance practices in Burkina Faso. Her work spans complex commercial disputes, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance within the corporate sector.

• Ranked Lawyer in General Business Law, Burkina Faso: Bobson Coulibaly is recognized as one of the top lawyers in Burkina Faso, ranked for 14 years in the General Business Law category by Chambers and Partners.

• Key Contributor to Global Practice Guides: Authored sections on Burkina Faso law and practice in "Doing Business In… 2025" and "Corporate Governance 2025" Global Practice Guides, alongside other partners at SCP Yanogo Bobson.

• Firm Ranking and Leadership: SCP Yanogo Bobson, where Bobson Coulibaly practices, is ranked Band 1 in General Business Law in Burkina Faso by Chambers and Partners, with Bobson Coulibaly listed as a leading lawyer in the firm.

• Expertise in Mining and Project Finance: Noted for standout expertise in the mining sector, project financing, and employment law, with experience advising multinational clients in mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy projects.

• Multilingual Legal Services and International Collaboration: Provides legal services in both English and French and maintains strong relationships with leading Canadian law firms, enhancing cross-border legal expertise.