Meysan combines regulatory, advisory, and transactional work with an experienced dispute resolution practice in Egypt’s TMT market. The firm advises across telecoms, media, and technology, with particular focus on data protection and privacy, including policy frameworks, breach response, and cross-border data transfers. Tarek Badawy leads the practice and contributes extensive expertise in dispute resolution. Salma Abdelaziz and Ismail Lamie also come recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Tarek Badawy and Ismail Lamie are distinguishable from other competitors as they bring a regional and global understanding to matters.'
- ‘Excellent team from a TMT perspective, including broadcasting-related disputes. Strong track record in complex competition investigations and disputes, being well-seasoned in defence work.'
Key clients
- Iraq Telecom (IT)
- Confederation of African Football
- Agility Public Warehousing Company K.S.C.P
Work highlights
Advised Iraq Telecom Ltd on a multi-jurisdictional dispute arising from a USD 800m investment in Korek Telecom, culminating in a USD 1.6bn ICC arbitration award and global enforcement proceedings.
Advised CAF throughout the COMESA Competition Commission’s investigation into CAF’s long-term broadcasting agreement with beIN Sports.
Advised Agility in a landmark victory in its expropriation claim against the State of Iraq, leading to the annulment of a prior ICSID tribunal award.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Salma Abdelaziz
Ismail Lamie
Practice head
Tarek Badawy
Other key lawyers
Salma Abdelaziz; Ismail Lamie