Al Tamimi & Company’s team handles a wide range of financial transactions and regulatory matters, with particular expertise in syndicated loans, project finance, M&A-related financing and fintech regulations. The team adeptly represents both borrowers and lenders and is well-versed in both conventional and Islamic transactions. Practice head Ali El Hawary, who joined the practice in February 2024, has a strong track record in complex project financing in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Helmy, Hamza & Partners (member firm of Baker & McKenzie International)’s team brings expertise across multiple areas, including project finance, restructuring, structured finance, trade finance, securitisation and regulatory compliance. Recently, the team advised the International Finance Corporation on an inaugural gender-focused investment from an Egyptian state-owned financial institution. The team is co-led by managing partners Mohamed Ghannam and Lamyaa Gadelhak. Ghannam is renowned for advising multinational corporations on high-value and precedent-setting transactions, while Gadelhak specializes in project financing and regulatory matters. Another key contact is Mohamed Elharmy, who is lauded for his ‘outstanding knowledge in the banking sector’ and is a go-to adviser on local and cross-border financing related to projects, real estate, acquisitions and assets.

Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy’s team offers specialised finance services for its diverse client base of local and international corporations, as well as public sector entities. Key areas of expertise include project finance, securities, public sector contracts, fintech and navigating intricate regulatory frameworks. The practice is also adept at handling both conventional and Shariah-compliant financing structures. The practice is led by regional managing partner Mahmoud Bassiouny, who brings extensive experience in trade and project finance, with a particular focus on the energy and infrastructure sectors. Nadia Abdallah was promoted to partner in January 2025, while Ashraf Hendi departed the practice in August 2024 to join GLA & Company.

MHR & Partners in association with White & Case LLP represents leading Egyptian and international corporations, financial institutions and government bodies, excelling in innovative and complex financing transactions. The team is particularly renowned for supporting Egyptian companies in their overseas investments and providing strong expertise in project financing. The practice is spearheaded by a trio of specialists: Sherief Rashed, a recognised authority on structuring Islamic financing transactions; Ziad Gadalla, a specialist in project financing in the energy, mining and infrastructure sectors; and London-based Philip Stopford, who typically acts for sponsors on large-scale project financing deals.

Supported by the firm’s strong corporate, capital markets and litigation expertise, Zaki Hashem, Attorneys at Law’s banking and finance team offers the full gamut of services. Along with project finance, the team is particularly adept in the capital markets, excelling in bonds and securitisations, initial public offerings, fund establishments and capital increases. Ragia Omran spearheads the team’s international finance activities, advising local and international banks and borrowers on complex financing structures. Helal El Hossary leads on capital markets and corporate procedures, with debt capital markets and securitisations forming the bedrock of his practice. The team is further strengthened by the corporate acumen of Sara Abdel Gabbar and Soha El Ezaby.

Zulficar & Partners Law Firm is well-equipped to handle banking and non-banking finance transactions, including complex syndications, club and multilateral loan agreements, credit facility agreements, project finance and green finance initiatives. The team is also renowned for its track record in debt instruments transactions, which spans green bonds, financial sukuk and securitisation. The team is co-led by founding partner Mona Zulficar, a leading authority on restructurings and project finance, and Ashraf Ihab, who brings extensive experience in complex financing transactions spanning syndications and credit facilities. Other key contracts include Dania El Samad, who focuses on banking and project finance with a frequent cross-border focus, and Tamima Yahia, who joined the team in July 2024 and enhances the team’s regulatory services.

ADSERO-Ragy Soliman & Partners’ team is recognised for its ‘prompt, thoughtful and effective solutions’ across a broad spectrum of banking and finance transactions. Key areas of expertise include sovereign debt, bond and Sukuk issuances, fintech, debt capital markets, and project finance. Practice head Hossam Gramon is a leading expert in public and private bonds and Islamic finance. Under his leadership, the team regularly advises major financial syndicates as well as international commercial and investment banks. The practice is further bolstered by Karima Seyam, who brings additional strength in debt capital markets.

Al Kamel Law Firm’s established team typically acts as local counsel to large international financial institutions on major finance transactions. The team’s diverse caseload includes project finance, real estate finance, loan transactions and facilities, as well as securities packages. Heading up the team are Mohamed Kamel, who advises prominent clients on complex financing arrangements, and Rasheed Kamel, who specialises in securitisation, project finance and acquisition finance. Shahira Khaled stands out for her expertise in fundraising and acquisition financing.

Dentons Egypt LLC‘s team specialises in multi-jurisdictional corporate and trade finance transactions, often working with leading multinational financial institutions. The team shines on matters involving syndicated loans, derivatives and intricate regulatory work. Leading the team are Frédérique Léger, who spearheads the team’s asset and trade financing matters, and Ahmed Kamal, who brings diverse expertise in private, government and corporate investment. The practice is further strengthened by Michael Lacey, who offers expertise in international construction projects, with a niche focus on privatisations.

Shahid Law Firm is highly proficient across core banking matters, including but not limited to asset finance, project finance, syndicated loans, bank guarantees and credit facilities. The team has also developed a niche focus in aircraft financing, acting for both borrowers and lenders. Practice head Girgis Abd El-Shahid advises on complex domestic and cross-border mandates and is renowned for his project financing expertise. Another name to note is Nadine Khalil, who exhibits skill in aviation and maritime project finance.

Shalakany Law Office acts as local counsel for international financial institutions and export credit agencies. The team boasts a strong track record in secured lending transactions, securitisations and project financing, particularly in the wind energy sector. Leading the team is Mariam Fahmy, who spearheads the team’s PPP and project finance work, and Mostafa El Zeky, who was elected to partnership in December 2023. Youssef Helmy departed the practice in July 2024 to join Shield Advocates Law Firm.

Praised for its ‘deep knowledge of the local market’, Sharkawy & Sarhan Law Firm handles a broad range of cross-border financing transactions, with a particular focus on projects spanning the infrastructure and energy sectors. The team is led by Ahmed Haggag, who regularly acts on complex financing transactions for major develoment finance institutions, export credit agencies and commercial banks.

Under the leadership of managing partner Motaz El-Dreny, Dreny & Partners Law Firm‘s financial services team specialises in debt capital markets, with a particular focus on issuances, securitisation and regulation. The team has a diverse portfolio of clients comprising multinational corporations and government entities.

Rizkana & Partners has developed a niche focus in aviation financing and advises national and international clients on related restructurings, facility agreements and regulations. The team is led by managing partner Hazim Rizkana.