Eldib Advocates advises international shipping lines, P&I clubs, and terminal operators on both contentious and non-contentious maritime matters in Egypt, including cargo claims, collisions, demurrage, labour issues, and regulatory work. Key individuals include managing partner Hisham Eldib, wet and dry shipping specialist Abdel Hamid Fahmy, marine insurance expert Hamdy Madkour, and highly proficient disputes lawyer Ahmed Said. Ahmed Fahim and Karim Marouny also come recommended.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Prompt, timely advice and reporting.'

  • ‘Nada Eldib fantastic at reporting and communicating.'

  • ‘The team demonstrated a deep knowledge of maritime and local laws that allowed us to achieve our objectives.'

  • ‘Eldib's team is well-trained and well-positioned to deal with maritime issues and disputes. Apart from being well-familiar with the current local developments, they know the local players and can assist any client promptly.'

  • ‘Most of Elbid's people are well-known local lawyers who have been practising law for many years in Egypt. They are known in the local market and respected.’

  • ‘The people make a difference, friendly always eager to assist .’

  • ‘Eldib is a well-established firm and they provide excellent service. ’

  • ‘Hisham Eldid and Hamdy Madkour are well-experienced lawyers. Hamdy Madkour is one of the best shipping lawyers in the Middle East.’

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Key clients

  • Kuehne + Nagel
  • CMA CGM Egypt
  • Maersk Egypt
  • Pan Marine
  • Arkas Egypt
  • NorthStandard
  • West of England P&I
  • The Steamship Mutual Underwriting Association Ltd.
  • Yang Ming Egypt
  • Eurogypt Co

Lawyers

Practice head

Hisham Eldib; Abdelhamid Fahmy; Hamdy Madkour; Ahmed Said; Ahmed Fahim

Other key lawyers

Karim Marouny