Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy’s arbitration practice houses a team of 'highly experienced lawyers who specialise in dispute resolution'. The group has an excellent track record in acting for clients in prominent arbitration proceedings concerning investment treaties, as well as commercial and sports law disputes. The department has extensive experience in handling DIAC, ADCCAC, CRCICA, ICC and LCIA arbitration proceedings. Firm founding partner John Matouk heads up the disputes practice, and has expertise in advising on complex cross-border arbitration work; head of arbitration Amr Abbas is a 'first-class lawyer' with 'unique expertise in investment arbitration matters'. Ahmed Abdelhakeem and Mohamed Sallam are singled out for their contributions.

At Shahid Law Firm, the team has an excellent reputation for handling complex arbitrations in a broad range of sectors, including energy, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and construction.  Investor-state disputes are another core area of strength for the group. Managing partner Girgis Abd El-Shahid heads up the practice, and has established expertise in appearing before multiple major arbitral institutions. Counsel Inji Fathalla is a highly regarded commercial arbitrator and regularly assists clients in the IP, energy, oil and gas, and transport sectors.

The arbitration practice at Shalakany Law Office is home to a deep bench of lawyers, who regularly handle complex cross-border arbitrations that span multiple jurisdictions. Managing partner Khaled El Shalakany has extensive experience in international arbitration and advises on IP, construction and corporate law disputes. Adam El Shalakany is a key name to note for cross-border construction disputes, while Muhammad Ussama is active in high-value CRCICA arbitrations. Nada Hesham is a name to note.

The ‘excellent’ dispute resolution team at Youssef & Partners Attorneys is ‘very knowledgeable’ in relation to high-value international arbitration proceedings. Practice head Karim A. Youssef is a highly respected practitioner in the Egyptian market, with established expertise in handling commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. César Ternieden is an ‘outstanding performer’ in the arbitration space, with a solid track record in representing clients from the construction, hotel and automobile sectors.

Zaki Hashem & Partners, Attorneys at Law's team is highly regarded for its 'great knowledge' of domestic and international arbitration. The group continues to advise on multiple, complex disputes under SCC, LCIA, LMAA, SIAC and CRCICA rules. Mohamed Kamal heads up the practice, and has a solid track record in representing construction, aviation and oil and gas sector entities in international arbitration proceedings, often involving competition law matters. Sameh Khodeir leads the oil and gas team and regularly handles related disputes, as well as international commercial arbitration. Tamer Gamal’s practice focuses on telecoms, construction and banking arbitrations, while senior associate Dalia Hussein is active in disputes heard under CRCICA and ICC rules.

Zulficar & Partners Law Firm houses an 'excellent' team, which stands out for providing 'succinct and crisp advice on the most complex commercial and technical matters'. The group is well versed in handling CRCICA, DIAC, ICC, LCIA and SIAC arbitration proceedings, and has specialist expertise in international commercial and investment arbitrations. The ‘highly insightful and imaginative’ Mohamed Abdel Wahab heads up the practice. Youssef Al Saman acts for public and private sector clients on cross-border commercial disputes, and investment arbitration expert Moustafa Alameldin has been kept busy representing foreign clients in ICC and ICSID proceedings.

Al Tamimi & Company leverages the expertise of its broad regional presence to advise on high-value cross-border disputes, as well as complex commercial and investment arbitrations. Practice head Khaled Attia specialises in commercial disputes, and is experienced in handling PPP and competition law disputes.

The arbitration practice at ALC Alieldean Weshahi & Partners houses a team of 'professionals in their field' - 'they listen carefully to the details and are good at teamwork'. Under the leadership of Yehia Shahine, the group regularly handles a high number of commercial and investment arbitrations; Shahine brings expertise in acting in proceedings under ICC, CRCICA, DIAC, LCIA and UNCITRAL rules. Founding partner Ahmed Weshahi is well regarded for his expertise in construction, oil and gas, media and sports disputes.

Khodeir & Partners has a strong offering in the domestic and international arbitration space; the team brings extensive experience in handling proceedings under ICSID, ICC, UNCITRAL, CRCICA, CAS and DIFC rules. Ahmed Kotb heads up the dispute resolution practice and has an excellent track record in advising on financial, construction and employment disputes. He is ably supported by Sherif Elatafy, who is well versed in assisting with international arbitration proceedings concerning investment, commercial and sports law issues.

Rizkana & Partners' disputes practice is well versed in handling complex arbitrations in the oil and gas, construction, hospitality and financial sectors. Practice head and managing partner Hazim Rizkana is sought after for his expertise in international commercial and investment disputes by banks and state entities. Counsel Salma El Baz is a name to note.

MENA Associates in association with Amereller Rechtsanwälte provides support on arbitration proceedings arising from alleged breaches of commercial contracts, among other areas. Sherif El Saadani is very experienced in advising on complex cross-border disputes concerning M&A and joint ventures, construction and real estate development issues, and is well versed in handling award enforcement matters under ICSID, ICC and CRCICA rules.

With established strength in handling labour-related arbitration proceedings, Riad & Riad’s dispute resolution team is also recognised for its capabilities in advising on arbitration proceedings under ICC, ICSID, DIAC and CRCIRA rules. Practice co-head Fatma Salah represents clients in the construction, energy and pharmaceutical sectors, and practice co-head Eman Riad has a strong track record in assisting with employment disputes.