Egypt has seen a surge in interest and investment in the banking and finance sectors. It’s no secret that this momentum is largely driven by the country’s booming legal field, with talented lawyers playing a crucial role in ensuring compliance, facilitating transactions, and
radically transforming the financial landscape. Here, we showcase some of the best and brightest banking and finance lawyers in Egypt, whose cutting-edge work and astute legal expertise command respect within the industry.
Navigating the complicated world of banking and finance law is not an easy task. It requires deep understanding of constantly evolving regulatory standards, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional negotiation skills. The lawyers in this feature have all demonstrated these abilities, assisting clients with high-profile transactions, complicated regulatory issues, and strategic financial planning – always with the utmost professionalism and dedication.
The presented lawyers represent a variety of firms, from well-established law offices to emerging legal startups. They bring to the table years of experience and a vast array of specializations within the banking and finance sectors. The biographies below provide a glimpse into their exceptional accomplishments.
Mohamed A Ghannam
Representing Baker McKenzie (Helmy, Hamza & Partners), Mohamed Ghannam is a highly respected lawyer who consistently leads high-value transactions on behalf of big-name international and local clients, including government entities and leading global banks. His expertise spans project finance work as well as bank lending relating to sectors such as real estate and construction.
Rasheed Kamel
Rasheed Kamel of Al Kamel Law Office is extremely well regarded in the banking and finance sphere, adeptly handling a wide array of matters. He has assisted with the financing of several oil and gas and renewable energy projects, and is also well versed in acquisition finance.
Mona Zulficar
Mona Zulficar, the chair of Zulficar & Partners, maintains an outstanding reputation in the market, having been at the forefront of both transactional and regulatory issues for many years.
Ashraf H Z Elibrachy
Seasoned practitioner Ashraf Elibrachy of I&P (Ibrachy Legal Consultancy) has expansive experience advising on high-value financing transactions. He also provides astute guidance on bank lending and refinancing.
Hossam Gramon
Hossam Gramon heads the banking and finance team at ADSERO-Ragy Soliman & Partners. His broad practice encompasses bond issuances, asset, trade and project finance, making him a well-known figure in his field.
Ragia Omran
Ragia Omran leads the banking and finance department at Zaki Hashem & Partners, adeptly handling syndicated loans and other bank lending matters. She is also recognised for her expertise in debt capital markets.
Mahmoud Bassiouny
Mahmoud Bassiouny, the managing partner and head of the finance and projects team at Matouk Bassiouny, boasts years of experience advising on high-value loan transactions. He counts many notable names from the financial services sector among his clients and is also well versed in project finance.
Sherief Rashed
Sherief Rashed of MHR & Partners in association with White & Case LLP earns high praise for his assured handling of significant project finance mandates. He is also regularly advises on syndicated loans, with further experience relating to restructuring and refinancing.
Mariam Fahmy
Mariam Fahmy from Shalakany Law Office advises on a variety of loan facilities and project finance mandates, with considerable experience concerning renewable energy matters.
Ziad Gadalla
Ziad Gadalla of MHR & Partners in association with White & Case LLP has a wealth of experience involving high-value lending agreements, and is well versed in the requirements of multi-jurisdictional syndicated facilities. He acts for a wide range of lender clients as well as for government entities and a long list of other high-profile borrowers.
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