October 5, 2026

Empowering the Justice System

Egypt

Corporate / M&A

Research cycle 2026

Egypt's corporate market has been reshaped by Investment Law No. 72 of 2026, which consolidated four prior statutes and expanded GAFI's adjudicatory mandate. Research for this cycle found deal teams re-papering transactions priced under the old regime, and a clear premium on firms that can manage the Egyptian Competition Authority notification process alongside the commercial negotiation. The top of the table remains stable, but the mid-market has become materially more competitive.

Firms

Band 1 Elite / Market Leader
Band 2 Highly Regarded
Band 3 Well-Established
Up and Coming Emerging Practice

An emerging transactional offering built off a strong contentious reputation, gaining recognition on deals with a regulatory or investigations dimension.

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Individual Lawyers

Band 1 Elite / Market Leader
Ali El Shalakany Shalakany Law Office

Renowned for leading the most complex Egyptian corporate transactions, particularly where competition clearance is on the critical path.

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Band 2 Highly Regarded
Band 3 Well-Established
Associates to Watch Rising Talent
Youssef Amin Shalakany Law Office

An associate building an independent reputation in mid-market M&A, noted by clients for responsiveness and clear drafting.

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