Bahya Bouharati Ph.D

Bahya Bouharati advises fund managers and investors on the structuring and setting up of Luxembourg alternative investment funds, with a particular focus on private equity, real estate and debt strategies.

She assists clients throughout the full lifecycle of their investment structures, from initial structuring to launch and ongoing operations. Bahya provides guidance on legal and regulatory matters, helping clients navigate complex requirements and ensure efficient implementation of their investment vehicles. She also regularly advises major investors on the review of investment funds in Luxembourg and internationally, supporting them in their investment processes and negotiations with fund managers, including DFIs, institutional investors and insurance companies.

In addition, Bahya has experience in insurance law and in Islamic Finance, further broadening her ability to support clients on specialised cross-border matters. Alongside her work, Bahya is a lecturer in Business Law, at the University of Luxembourg. She is actively involved in pro bono initiatives and represents DLA Piper within the Pro Bono Luxembourg Association, supporting access to justice and legal assistance for meritorious causes.