Issue 7 2019

62 Acquisition International - Issue 7 2019 May19564 One of the Leading International Law Firms Operating in Egypt Shahid Law Firm is an international law firm combining modern expertise with a personalised service. Earlier this year, Managing Partner, Girgis Abd El-Shahid found success in AI’s Leading Adviser 2019 where he was selected as the Leading Energy Dispute Resolution Attorney of the Year, Egypt. Following this win, we profile both Girgis and the firm to discover more about the award-winning services they consistently provide to their clients. ince their inception in 1987 by Counselor Sarwat Abd El- Shahid, Shahid Law Firm has grown rapidly, expanding their services and team and establishing themselves as one of the leading international law firms operating in Egypt and the region. Serving medium-sized to large international corporations, industrial conglomerates, banks, insurance companies, high-net worth individuals and families to name but a few, Shahid Law Firm’s experience spans various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, energy and power, manufacturing, leisure and hotels, consumer products, banking and finance and information technology. Leading the way is Shahid Law Firm’s Managing Partner, Girgis Abd El-Shahid who specializes primarily in dispute settlement, with a particular focus on energy-related disputes; mergers and acquisitions; corporate and commercial agreements; joint venture arrangements; banking and finance; securities offerings; telecommunications; and intellectual property. Recognised for his knowledge in handling all types of corporate and commercial disputes, from routine matters to large and complex multinational arbitrations. He is one of the youngest Egyptian lawyers to be appointed to tackle some of the most difficult arbitration cases in Egypt and the Middle East. Girgis is identified amongst the world’s leading practitioners in Who’s Who Legal. In addition to this, Girgis was recognised by Acquisition Intl. as part of the Leading Adviser 2019 where he was righteously awarded the accolade Leading Energy Dispute Resolution Attorney of the Year, Egypt. Alongside his countless accolades, Girgis is also a member of the International Court of Arbitration, the world’s leading arbitral institution serving a three year term. Lastly, he is also a regular panellist and speaker in many local and international conferences on arbitration, energy & infrastructure projects. Working alongside Girgis in his mission to provide a personalised and award-winning service to their clients is the exceptional, hard-working and passionate team of individuals who form the backbone of Shahid Law Firm. Built on a team of Egyptian and Western-trained attorneys and legal consultants, with experience in multiple jurisdictions, the Shahid Law Firm lawyers’ rich and diverse educational backgrounds and language skills have enabled their team to communicate with clients from all over the world. Looking ahead to what the future holds for the firm, the team at Shahid Law Firm will continue to provide an impeccable service which not only ensures they fulfil the requirements which have been set by S their clients, but also surpasses their expectations. Moving forward, the Shahid Law Firm team hope to further expand both their business and the services that they offer to their clients in the years to come. Company: Shahid Law Firm Web Address: www.shahidlaw.com “...Shahid Law Firm lawyers’ rich and diverse educational backgrounds and language skills have enabled their team to communicate with clients from all over the world.”