Shehata & Partners Law Firm have ‘a distinctive edge in Egypt for commercial, corporate and M&A law’, with a broad practice that ’caters to a wide spectrum of legal needs', including advising on company incorporation, corporate governance and local regulations. Practice head Ibrahim Shehata has a proven track record of acting for major multinational companies. He is supported by senior associate Aya Rashwan.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Shehata & Partners Law Firm has an excellent team of expert members. Each associate has managed to demonstrate their commercial expertise in the various cases in which we have sought the help of the firm.’

  • ‘Shehata and Partners is an outstanding law firm to work with. What stands out is their teamwork.’

  • ‘Shehata & Partners have a distinctive edge in Egypt in commercial, corporate, and M&A law. Their key strengths lie in their adaptability and innovation.’

  • ‘My experiences have been particularly enriched by Ibrahim Shehata. His acumen for understanding the intricacies of both domestic and international law is incomparable.’

  • ‘S&P demonstrate a very high level of professionalism and experience dealing with foreign investors. They know exactly what kind of help they may need and they act accordingly.’

  • ‘Shehata & Partners caters to a wide spectrum of legal needs.’

  • ‘High-quality legal experts. Partners are available and easy to contact. They are professional and efficient in delivering legal advice.'

  • 'Super friendly, responsive and they follow up. Efficient and to the point.'

Key clients

  • Nova Plastik
  • Trella
  • Yazaki
  • Avanz Capital
  • Azdan
  • Qashi
  • CrossBoundary
  • Balad
  • Mozare3
  • FlapKap
  • FinTech Galaxy
  • TSEBO Solutions
  • Hempel Coatings Egypt (LLC)
  • Aggreko
  • GazProm Bank
  • Adam.ai
  • Numu Market
  • Aydi
  • GBarena
  • EMDEP

Work highlights

  • Acting for Yazaki Europe as its sole legal adviser on its multi-million-dollar private free zone project in Egypt for the creation of an automotive parts factory in which 100% of its production will be exported.
  • Advising CrossBoundary Energy on establishing a corporate entity in the Suez Canal Economic Zone.
  • Advised Nova Plastik on the main issues pertaining to its entry into the Egyptian market.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ibrahim Shehata