Commercial, corporate and M&A

Shahid Law Firm

Shahid Law Firm is commended by clients for its ‘attentiveness and foresight’, offering a wide array of corporate services for domestic and regional clients. Areas of expertise include acquisitions, corporate restructuring, joint ventures, competition law, and inter-company agreements. The team is led by three specialists: Jacqueline Saad, who offers expertise in the pharmaceutical, TMT and transport sectors; Michael Boutros, who is a reference in the market for large cross-border corporate transactions, particularly high-value acquisitions; and Rehan El-Bashary, a specialist in joint ventures, M&A and the vetting of corporate structures. Elsewhere, Mehiar Joulji is singled out for his ’commitment to thoroughness’.

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Testimonials

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‘The Team at Shahid Law Firm is highly proactive, cooperative and knowledgeable. They respect the client and are patient and keen to understand the exact needs of the client to provide the right level of services.'
‘Jacqueline Saad is always available to accommodate us and help us in every situation.’
‘Shahid stands out for its remarkable speed and deep legal expertise. Their team consistently keeps us informed about any updates or changes in the country's legal landscape, allowing us to proactively address potential local issues. This proactive approach sets them apart from other firms, as it ensures we stay ahead of challenges rather than merely reacting to them.
Compared to other firms, Shahid’s practice is particularly notable for its dedication to staying current and for ensuring that their clients are always well-prepared for any legal or regulatory developments. This level of attentiveness and foresight is a key capability that sets them apart in the market.’
‘The Shahid Law Firm’s Commercial, Corporate, and M&A team excels not only because of its collective expertise but also due to the standout individuals within the practice, particularly Michael Botros and Mehiar Joulji. Their distinct qualities and approaches significantly elevate the team's performance and client satisfaction.
'Michael Botros' dedication to providing clear, insightful guidance makes him a crucial asset in navigating complex corporate structures and M&A deals.'
'Mehiar Joulji brings a unique blend of legal acumen and a client-first mentality to the practice. His attention to detail and commitment to thoroughness ensure that no stone is left unturned in the legal processes.'
‘Rehan Elbashary was outstanding during the entire process. She possesses very strong communication and collaboration skills with international counterparts and clients as well as with local ones. She always advised us on the right course of action and spent a lot of time to educate us on the legal process.’

Key clients

Abbott Laboratories USA
Acciona
Al Maaly for Educational Projects
Business Boomers for E-Commerce LLC
Cairo Oils and Soap Co.
Cartona for Information Technology
Cosco Shipping Europe GmbH
Ecolab
Ecolog International
EVER Neuro Pharma
EVER Valinject GmbH
G.F.B.I. Limited
Gemini Enterprises Africa
Ghabbour Auto
GlaxoSmithKline
Hala Ventures
Innovative International Acquisition Corp.
Lobby Capital L.P.
Longulf Trading UK Limited
Lotus for Agriculture Development and Investment
Maxam
Medtronic PLC
Midway ++
Mine Safety Appliances
Mountain View for Real Estate Development and Investment
Orrick
Philips
Pladis Global/Yildiz Holding
Queen’s Gambit Growth Capital
Sawari Ventures
SEITech Solutions GMBH
Speakol DMCC
Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG)
Total Energies (TTE)
Unilever
Vezeeta
Xiaomi HK Limited
Zoetis Egypt

Work highlights

Advising Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) in acquiring a significant stake in a group of seven historic hotels in a transaction valued at more than $800m.
Advising the TTE on its growth in the renewable energies sector by acquiring 100% of Total Eren Holding and its subsidiaries. This acquisition represents a net investment of around €1.5bn for TTE and is expected to support the company’s Integrated Power Net Operating Income in reaching €160m and CFFO €400m million in 2024.
Advising Philips on several rounds of capital increases for its local subsidiary with a value exceeding EGP 200m, using a combination of cash injections and debt restructuring.