Eltumi Partners is a full-service law firm with a specialism in energy and infrastructure projects spanning oil and gas, renewable energy, construction, telecommunications, and public utilities. The firm is regularly instructed in both contentious and non-contentious matters, including international arbitration, management of joint venture companies, and advising on negotiations and dispute avoidance with state entities. Tarek Eltumi leads the practice, bringing a wealth of experience in advising high-profile energy and infrastructure clients. Ahmed Gaddah, based in the Netherlands, is a key contact for upstream and downstream energy projects in Libya, and the firm also benefits from Ali Shalandi, based in Libya, who is a seasoned litigator.
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- ‘Eltumi Partners provides very professional services at reasonable prices, and they are able to navigate the legal landscape of jurisdictions most Western attorneys are unfamiliar with. They are incredibly collaborative and accessible and are able to turn out excellent work in a short time. Tarek Eltumi (partner) and Nusaiba Alraes (Associate) provided exceptional service. Their attention to detail and sage-like advice are reasons we continuously rely on them and trust them to help vet our other business partners in regions where they operate. ’
- ‘Tarek is a great professional, expert in English and Libyan law with international experience and with expertise in E&P.’
- ‘Detailed understanding of the Oil & Gas market within Libya, including the operators, NOC, and the processes and practices for operating in this region. Experience with similar contracts and projects allows them to provide unique, practical advice tailored to the clients and market that we operate in.’
- ‘Tarek is an excellent lawyer; he is very engaged and analytical. He carefully considers the legal issues before providing clear and commercial legal advice. He is able to clearly articulate his advice and is pleasant to deal with. His drafting skills are excellent, and his advice is clear and concise. ’
- ‘Expert knowledge about Libyan law and international practice. Availability and reliability in relation to the advice provided.’
- ‘The qualities I value most in Tarek are his strategic foresight and his unwavering client-first approach. He has an incredible knack for anticipating challenges and guiding us towards a resolution that protects our commercial interests and preserves key business relationships wherever possible. His communication is always clear, direct, and reassuring, which instills a high degree of confidence, even in the most complex and high-stakes situations. Tarek is not only a brilliant lawyer but also a trusted advisor and a true partner in every sense of the word.’
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Practice head
Tarek Eltumi
Other key lawyers
Ahmed Gaddah; Ali Shalandi