Shahid Law Firm is notable for its strength in oil and gas and mineral resources work, advising on a broad range of mandates which include drafting agreements, project financings and regulatory advice. Energy disputes specialist Girgis Abd El-Shahid leads the practice, servicing a broad range of clients, such as international exploration and production companies, civil engineering firms, transportation services and ministries.

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Key clients

  • EDF International Networks
  • Globeleq Africa Limited
  • New & Renewable Energy Authority
  • PTT Energy Resources Company Limited ('PTTER')
  • Varel Egypt

Work highlights

  • Representing EDF in the negotiations with Egypt’s state-run New Administrative Capital Company for Urban Development (ACUD) for the entry into a joint venture for electricity distribution in the new capital.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Girgis Abd El-Shahid