Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy’s arbitration practice houses a team of 'highly experienced lawyers who specialise in dispute resolution'. The group has an excellent track record in acting for clients in prominent arbitration proceedings concerning investment treaties, as well as commercial and sports law disputes. The department has extensive experience in handling DIAC, ADCCAC, CRCICA, ICC and LCIA arbitration proceedings. Firm founding partner John Matouk heads up the disputes practice, and has expertise in advising on complex cross-border arbitration work; head of arbitration Amr Abbas is a 'first-class lawyer' with 'unique expertise in investment arbitration matters'. Ahmed Abdelhakeem and Mohamed Sallam are singled out for their contributions.
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Testimonials
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‘Matouk Bassiouny have been our trusted Egyptian legal advisors for several years, successfully navigating us through a difficult and long sale process of a large and complex manufacturing business located in Egypt. They have continuously gone above and beyond to bring us to the point of delivery.’
‘Ahmed Abdelhakeem has been instrumental in guiding us through a complicated sale process, advising on the possible disputes and litigious risks associated with each stage of the transaction. Ahmed has been our representative and voice in Arabic during the negotiations with the sellers and has remained consistently impressive in his field.’
‘The advice and support provided to us by Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy has been of a high quality, relevant to our requirements and more importantly helped us to make the appropriate decisions. I would strongly recommend MBH as a trusted partner for providing expert legal/regulatory advice and support on a wide range of legal and compliance matters. ’
‘They have exceptional lawyers. Amr Abbas and Ahmed Abdelhakeem are first class lawyers having unique experience in investment arbitration matters. Very knowledgeable, trustworthy, and articulate. Very transparent and able to handle complex issues.’
‘We were highly impressed with the team members’ high qualifications, exceptional professionalism, dedication, and ethics. They are very organized, attend to every detail, and prepare for all possible problems, even what would seem unlikely.’
‘MB team was formed of several impressive individuals. They were dedicated and worked with us for long hours, and they were always very organized and focused on details and how to preserve our interest throughout the dispute.’
‘Having had the distinct privilege of observing and interacting with the Dispute Resolution: Arbitration practice of Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy (MBH), I am fully confident in rating their services a solid 10/10. This is not a score I give lightly, but after understanding their methods, expertise, and overall dedication to the field, it's clear that MBH's team stands out in the crowded legal landscape.’
‘Each member of the team, from the most junior associate to the seasoned partners, exhibits a passion and dedication to their craft that is both rare and commendable.’
Key clients
- GB Auto S.A.E.
- Reliance Heavy Industries
- Chengdu Design & Research Institute of Building Materials Industry Co. Ltd
- International Holding Project Group and Other Kuwaiti Investors
- Nogoom Football Club (“NFC”)
- The Producers
- Egyptian Resorts Company (“ERC”)
- ZPEC Egypt LLC
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Amr Abbas
Matouk Bassiouny & HennawyNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Ahmed Abdelhakeem
Matouk Bassiouny & HennawyPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
John Matouk, Amr Abbas