Capital markets expert Ragy Soliman co-leads the corporate, commercial, and M&A practice at ADSERO-Ragy Soliman & Partners, regularly advising a strong cohort of domestic and multinational clients. The team is known for large-scale cross-border corporate deals, JVs, market entry, regulatory structuring, corporate and debt restructuring, distressed M&A, liability management, and reverse takeovers. Key members include M&A specialist Ahmed Abdelgawad and Mohamed Abdelgawad, who focuses on TMT, healthcare, and consumer goods. They are supported by Ibrahim ElGengehy and Ahmed Adib, handling acquisitions, corporate restructurings, and capital markets transactions in highly regulated sectors. Dina Sherif provides antitrust expertise on cross-border transactions.
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M&A and Capital Market
Position
Managing Partner – Head of M&A and Capital Markets Department
Career
Ragy Soliman is the Founder and Managing Partner of ADSERO – Ragy Soliman & Partners, Co-Head of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Capital Markets practice area. Aside from Ragy’s exceptional record as a transactional lawyer, he is responsible for developing and enriching the vision of ADSERO by delivering its mission towards the Egyptian legal community by developing the best cultured, highly knowledgeable, commercially minded lawyers to serve ADSERO’s clientele.
With over 25 years of experience, Ragy holds an unparalleled track record in legal, strategic, operational and financial management. In addition, Ragy assumed various executive-level roles at numerous holding and operating companies. As a result, Ragy amassed extensive experience in managing multinational firms in the TMT and financial sectors and is highly adept at value creation, strategic and operational efficiencies, sourcing, structuring and executing large complex M&A transactions across several geographic regions..
Prior to the establishment of ADSERO, Ragy played a pivotal role in multiple groundbreaking transactions, including the merger of major telecommunication companies for a total consideration of USD 25.7 billion, thus creating the world’s sixth-largest telecommunications carrier. In addition, Ragy has executed a long line of dealings, including 100+ M&A transactions and 60+ debt and equity transactions.
Ragy has developed a strong business acumen whereby he served on several boards of listed entities in London, New York, Milan, Hong Kong and Egyptian Stock Exchanges, among other non-public entities in various jurisdictions, including Egypt, United Kingdom, Italy, United Arab Emirates, France, Tunisia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Algeria, Delaware, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Jersey, Malta, BVI, Cayman Islands and Mauritius.
Aside from board memberships, Ragy handled various corporate governance roles, such as board secretary, member of governance, audit, remuneration, investment and executive management committees. Furthermore, Ragy acted as a money laundry monitoring officer, disclosure officer and data protection officer.
Apart from possessing expansive experience within the M&A field, Ragy has managed several Litigation and Arbitration cases, including civil and criminal matters before English and Egyptian Courts, as well as Arbitration proceedings at LCIA, ICC and ICSID.
Languages
Arabic and English
Memberships
Egyptian Bar Association.
Education
2000 – LL.M., International Business Law London Metropolitan University.
1993 – 1997 – LL.B., Cairo University.
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Testimonials
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‘ADSERO – Ragy Soliman & Partners has built a highly capable and commercially minded corporate/M&A practice. The team is distinguished by its deep local knowledge combined with an ability to deliver at international standards, which makes them a strong partner for cross-border and complex transactions. They are particularly effective in navigating regulatory challenges and structuring innovative deal frameworks. Their responsiveness, client-first approach, and ability to adapt to dynamic deal requirements set them apart from other firms in the Egyptian market.’
‘Ragy Soliman stands out for his strategic thinking and pragmatic advice. He combines technical expertise with a clear business-oriented mindset, which adds significant value in negotiations and structuring. Ahmed Adib is distinguished by his reliability and strong execution skills. He is very hands-on and proactive, ensuring that transactions move forward smoothly. Associates we have interacted with have also been consistent in delivering high-quality work, showing strong drafting and coordination skills. Overall, the individuals at ADSERO bring a collaborative and solutions-driven attitude, making them not just legal advisors but genuine partners in complex projects.’
‘ADSERO stand out for responsiveness, transparency, and innovation. ADSERO does not apply “one-size-fits-all” methods; instead, they customise strategies that align with each client’s operational needs and risk appetite.’
‘Responsiveness and proactivity – they act quickly, communicate clearly, and ensure issues are resolved without delay. Depth of expertise – not only do they have command of their field, but they also understand the wider market dynamics and regulatory environment. Collaboration and empathy – they work as true partners, engaging with clients on both a professional and personal level, building trust and long-term relationships. Practical problem-solving – they balance legal/technical precision with commercially sensible solutions.’
'They are highly skilled M&A lawyers and negotiators. They are efficient.'
'The law firm advice and assistance is professional. They are business-oriented.'
'Very competent, proactive and eager to support at all times.'
'Diversity of people and areas of expertise.'
Work highlights
Advised A15 and Crafty Digital Solutions Ltd on the sale of a controlling stake in Link Development to Beyon Solutions, a subsidiary of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company.