‘The team is led very well by Aly Shalakany and Mariam Fahmy who deliver reliable and thorough advice. Excellent finance lawyers who also have a good grasp of the relevant regulatory issues.’

‘Aly Shalakany is erudite and a strategic thinker, always on point and always available to help. Mariam Fahmy is a good technician and up-and-coming partner.’

‘The firm has very good knowledge of the banking law and practices in Egypt and practical advice on how to deal with related issues, particularly on taking security. They provide consistently thorough and timely advice and proved to be a reliable team.’

‘Mariam Fateen Fahmy has the ability to put together and manage a team of associates who equally contribute to the general quality of work delivered by the firm.’

‘I have found them responsive and insightful with local law guidance and advice. Compared to others in their market, Shalakany is one of the go-to firms for us in Egypt.’

‘We worked with a corporate team led by Omar Sherif who were well informed, fully available and constructive and understood the Western standards of legal service which our client required. They also were willing to stand their ground opposing regulators.’

‘Omar Sherif was an excellent partner in advising our mutual client as he was available and willing to engage with Western legal requirements to ensure that the transaction proceeded as expeditiously as possible.’

‘Shalakany is one of the oldest legal practices in Egypt and they did well in building on this heritage. The firm has successfully re-invented itself over four generations. Some firms are very knowledgeable in best international and regional practices and in their understanding of industry norms. Others are very good with the regulatory framework of transactions and relationships with government agencies. Shalakany is really unique in combining these critical competencies in its commercial, corporate and M&A practice.’

‘They are very active in their innovation initiatives. They are constantly gauging client satisfaction levels through direct and regular surveys and personal calls from their senior partners. They use very efficient technology not only in communicating instant and live updates on litigation matters but also in providing automated self-help standardised services.’

‘Aly El Shalakany is really amazing. His ability to provide first class and results-driven service differentiates him from his competitors. He managed to build a very capable team within this area of specialisation.’

‘A standout projects team that provides great industry knowledge and prompt and accurate service.’

‘Aly El Shalakany is a market leader and stand out lawyer. Mariam Fahmy is a pleasure to work with and understands the key sector issues and related legal outcomes.’

‘The team was very determined in attending meetings to deeply understand the commercial and contractual terms of the project.’

‘The team was analytical, critical, attentive and conscientious.’