Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy leverages its corporate expertise to advise on contentious and non-contentious employment matters related to large corporate transactions, including executive agreements and terminations. Team head Tamer Fawki is recognised for his ability to seamlessly manage complex employment matters to safeguard the interests of employers. Nourhane Sayed is a trusted advisor to local and international corporations on a wide array of employment contracts.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘We have worked with Tamer Fawki for many years now on Egypyt employment matters for our US-based clients with international operations in Egypt. The team has always been responsive and helpful.’

  • ‘Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy’s Employment practice is exceptional for its deep legal expertise paired with a genuinely client-focused approach. The team consistently delivers tailored, practical advice that fits each client’s unique needs, making complex legal issues easy to navigate.

  • 'What sets them apart is their proactive stance—they anticipate challenges before they become problems, which is a game-changer for clients. Their innovative use of technology and a strong commitment to diversity also stand out, making them both efficient and forward-thinking.'
  • 'Compared to other firms, their collaborative style is impressive. They seamlessly integrate insights from various legal areas, ensuring a comprehensive approach that’s hard to find elsewhere. In short, they’re a team you can rely on for thoughtful, high-quality legal support.’
  • ‘The team at Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy really stands out because of the people behind it. They’re not just legal experts—they genuinely care about their clients and go the extra mile to ensure everything runs smoothly.'

  • 'Tamer Fawki, heading the Employment & Labor practice, is someone you can always count on for clear, practical advice. He makes even the most complicated employment issues seem straightforward and always finds solutions that work for our business.'
  • 'What I appreciate most about working with these individuals is their responsiveness and the way they’re always a few steps ahead. They’re not just good at their jobs—they’re great partners to have on your side.’

Key clients

  • Remote
  • Snap Inc
  • Allyant
  • Tabuki
  • TotalEren
  • VFS Global
  • Wabtec
  • Tiqmo
  • Wolt
  • GP Strategies
  • ABB
  • Actis
  • Al dahra
  • Alorica
  • Araby Ads
  • Gold Wind
  • Kept
  • Aramex
  • Borets
  • Hassan Allam
  • Cairo American College (CAC)
  • Cairo Financial Holding (CFH)
  • Cellulant
  • Consolis
  • Saudi Diyar Consultants
  • DMG Events
  • Atlas Tech Solutions
  • Deloitte Advisory Egypt
  • Fatco
  • Fort Capital
  • Groupe SEB
  • Samsung
  • Idemia
  • Intouch CX
  • Inspired
  • Lekela
  • Lorax Capital Partners
  • Lucky One
  • Harmonica IT
  • Midar
  • National Paints Holding
  • Plan International
  • Samsung SDS
  • Suez International Nitrate Company (SINCO)
  • Solvvochem
  • Spimaco
  • Foundever
  • Tamweely
  • United Tabacco Company
  • Deel
  • Ernest & Young
  • CSail
  • Cannon Middle East, Central & North Africa

Work highlights

  • Represented ABB in connection with general corporate work, providing legal review of contracts, and organizational advice compliant with local regulators and authorities. We also advised the client on the best practices when operating in a critical sector under strict government supervision.
  • Represented Actis in connection with general corporate work, providing legal review of contracts, social insurance matters, and organidational advice compliant with local regulators and authorities.
  • Represented Alorica in connection with general corporate work, providing legal review of contracts, social insurance matters, and organisational advice compliant with local regulators and authorities.

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.
Nourhane Sayed
Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tamer Fawki

Other key lawyers

Nourhane Sayed