Rizkana & Partners` commercial, corporate and M&A team advises clients on all related matters, such as business formation, transactions, restructuring, negotiation and contract drafting. In addition, the firm has experience in dealing with Egyptian regulators and ministries that oversee commercial and corporate transactions. Hazim Rizkana and Sherif El Hosseny are the main partners, the latter focusing on the aviation sector. Hi – my opinion is that Farouq Law Firm shouldn`t be that high on the list and maybe doesn`t challenge one of the top 10 either, but the rest is really top in Egypt. thanku` Alliance Law Firm has diverse lawyers with extensive experience and a dedication to getting things done in a difficult time frame. We have worked with the firm on various M&A transactions as well as on day-to-day commercial and entrepreneurial advice. Alliance Law Firm – Egypt provides clients with support across the spectrum of commercial, corporate and M&A matters, from IPOs and capital restructurings to day-to-day operations, corporate governance and microfinance. The company also focuses on heavy industry and multinational companies. Ashraf Abu Elkheir leads the team with extensive experience in corporate, M&A and joint ventures, particularly in Egypt`s largest M&A deal to date.
Omar Farid advises clients on capital markets issues at the interface of corporate and M&A law. Unlike many law firms that join massive networks or international law firms, Challenge remains independent but still manages to provide a top-notch legal service. Their mission is to “fight for your rights” and it`s as simple and accurate as possible. Her clients praised her transparent approach and kept her informed. They are patient with their clients and take the time to explain legal actions. Over 35% of respondents described Challenge`s legal services as “excellent” – one of the highest in our survey. They may not be as experienced as the others on this list, but their legal knowledge can challenge the best of Egypt. On the price side, you can find cheaper alternatives, but you will have to compromise on the quality of service.
Where: New MaadiContact: +201014142319, Facebook, Website Although this law firm does not have the prestigious image of other law firms on our list, we have included Ayman Sultan Law Firm solely based on the results of our survey. They stood out for the right reasons, starting with customer satisfaction exploding. Most clients rated their service as “very good” or “excellent”, while only 12% were dissatisfied with their service. Recent results show that this law firm is on a strong upward trend as it attracts more talented lawyers and gains more experience and knowledge. Their prices may be slightly lower than the other companies on this list, but well above the Egyptian average. They are very well received for foreigners in Egypt because they have carved out this particular niche. Overall, a good Ayman Sultan is a good law firm that we would gladly recommend, especially to expats. Where: MaadiContact: +201062163594, Facebook, Website IFLR1000 is on the move in Egypt with its ranking of the best M&A law firms.
The ranking sees companies grouped into four levels plus “other notable companies”. More than 30 companies here in Omm El Donia have been put on the list. In the first stage, Al Kamel Law Firm, Helmy Hamza & Partners (Baker McKenzie Cairo office), Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy, Zaki Hashem & Partners and Zulficar & Partners. You can check the list for yourself here. Shahid Law Firm`s Corporate and M&A practice advises clients at all stages of the transaction, including due diligence and contract drafting and negotiation. Corporate restructuring, capital matters and compliance are also part of the team`s services, which are often used by multinationals in Egypt. Venture by Shahid, a division founded in 2019, also offers business and business advice specifically for start-ups. The company`s expert Jacqueline Saad specializes in the pharmaceutical, health, tourism and transport sectors.
Saad leads the team with Michael Boutros and Rehan Elbashary, who was promoted to partner in January 2021. One of the strengths of Shalakany Law Office`s Corporate, Commercial and M&A practice is its ability to manage complex transactions subject to regulatory approvals. In addition, the firm frequently handles cross-border mandates and operates in sectors such as healthcare, education and insurance. The department is led by Moataz El Mahdy Tourism and Hotel Manager, Aly El Shalakany, who is qualified in Egypt and England, as well as Emad El Shalakany, a specialist in restructuring and mergers and acquisitions, and Omar Sherif, whose experience includes expertise in dispute resolution. BonelliErede, in partnership with the law firm Bahaa-Eldin, regularly advises clients on major cross-border transactions in Africa as well as other commercial and corporate matters such as contracts and restructurings. One client described the department as an “extremely professional team” led by former Deputy Prime Minister Ziad Bahaa Eldin. Also recommended are corporate, capital markets and corporate restructuring experts Mostafa Moussa and Mohamed El Ehwany, who focus on energy, finance and mergers and acquisitions. “We have been working with Al Kamel Law for 3 years as the lead law firm for commercial, corporate and M&A legal advice. The team is highly experienced in all three areas and demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and punctuality. Although Tahoun is not as old as the other law firms on this list, he still excelled during our investigation. In inspecting their recent cases, we have found that they have done an excellent job and achieved favourable results for their clients. When we talked to their customers, past and present, we noticed a strangely beautiful pattern.
Their customers were not only satisfied with their service, they seemed proud. Everything Tahoun does to give its customers a sense of pride is remarkable. Right now, they may be competing with tons of other law firms, but Tahoun seems poised for a revolutionary success. Your lawyers are qualified, experienced and ready to help you. Tahoun performs well in the value for money category, as evidenced by its moderate rates relative to its success rate. Where: Smart VillageContact: +20235371717, Facebook, Website The corporate and commercial division of Eldib & Co has established a strong presence in the Egyptian market, with customers such as Samsung Electronics. The firm handles matters such as shareholder agreements, business licenses, company formation and acquisitions. Amr Eldib, who advises banks and multinational companies, and Mohamed Eldib, a contract specialist, are the main partners. Corporate litigation, commercial contracts, compliance and regulatory matters are some of the services that Sharkawy & Sarhan Law Firm offers to its clients as part of its mergers and acquisitions team. The company is on the rise this year and has built an impressive list of national and multinational customers, including Vodafone and PepsiCo.
Mohamed Hazzaa leads the M&A department and has many years of experience advising corporates and regulators on complex cross-border transactions. Heba Anwar Raslan focuses on regulated sectors, particularly oil, gas and commodities, where she regularly assists clients in commercial and corporate matters. The Egyptian legal market remains stable after staying away from major partner movements and mergers in the context of the pandemic. Khodeir & Partners was founded in early 2020 and continues to make a name for itself, while ADSERO-Ragy Soliman & Partners is growing rapidly in several areas, including trading, corporate and mergers and acquisitions, as well as banking and finance. Mazghouny & Co is another promising young firm in the market and has particular strengths in projects, infrastructure and energy, led by former partner at Shahid Law Firm, Donia El-Mazghouny. Al Tamimi & Company has extended its expertise to the maritime sector and opened a new office in Port Said in early 2021. Meanwhile, long-standing firms such as Zulficar & Partners Law Firm, Zaki Hashem & Partners, Avocats, Shalakany Law Office, Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy and Shahid Law Firm remain important players in the market. With 11 partners, Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy`s Corporate and M&A practice is one of the largest in the Egyptian market.
The firm advises a number of blue-chip clients on complex cross-border transactions, foreign direct investment and joint ventures and has recently established a start-up legal incubation practice that helps start-ups incorporate and raise funds. Tamer El Hennawy and Omar Bassiouny jointly lead the team, both of whom have extensive experience in this field and have been involved in major transactions in recent years. Corporate, M&A and capital markets are also part of Amr Baggatto`s specializations. LEX Africa is an alliance of leading law firms in over 25 African countries and is Africa`s first and largest legal alliance, founded in 1993. Each member is an independent law firm specializing in general corporate, commercial and financial, regulatory and dispute resolution law, as well as specialized knowledge and experience in the local economic, political, cultural and economic environment.
