Sonia Xavier is an associate in the Mauritius office of Conyers Dill & Pearman. Sonia joined Conyers in 2008. Sonia’s practice covers all areas of Mauritius commercial and corporate law. She has advised several global business companies, offshore and international banks conducting business in Mauritius as well as local groups of companies.

Professional Background

• Member, Juristconsult Chambers, Mauritius

Education

• University of Mauritius, LLB, 1994
• Council of Legal Education, 1995

Bar Admissions

• Mauritius, 1997

Languages

• French

Articles

• Private Equity Investment into Africa: The Cayman and Mauritius Route
• IOSCO Membership for CIMA - Cayman Funds Investing in India
• Mauritius: A Preferred Jurisdiction for Cross Border Investments

Deals & Cases

• Conyers advises BMO Financial Group on multi-jurisdictional acquisition of Lloyd George Management - April 2011
• Conyers advises on first Mauritius NASDAQ Listing - August 2010
• Conyers agit comme conseil juridique dans le cadre de la toute première introduction en bourse d’une compagnie Mauricienne sur le NASDAQ