Thomson Reuters sponsored the 5th ALB Middle East Law Awards 2025, to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of private practitioners and in-house counsel in the Middle East. In this regard, Shehata & Partners is ecstatic to announce that we have been nominated as a Finalist in six (6) Law Firm categories:...
Shehata & Partners Guides WideBot AI to a Successful Pre-Series A Investment Close
Shehata & Partners, as the legal counsel for WideBot AI, is pleased to announce the successful closing of the company’s Pre-Series A investment round. WideBot AI has secured a seven-figure USD investment from a distinguished group of investors including Enza, Disruptech, Kehelian, Den, Sparkslabs, and Axian. This funding is a...
Shehata & Partners: Powering Fintech Innovation as the Legal Counsel for Wafra 2
We, Shehata & Partners, are proud to act as the legal counsel to Wafra 2, an investment company dedicated to advancing the fintech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. Wafra 2 hybrid model allows it to function like a fund of funds, a venture fund or a private equity firm that specializes...
Ibrahim Shehata, Hesham Kamel, and Hend Mansour co-authored an Article on GDPR Compliance for Egyptian Businesses for Thomson Reuters’ Practical Law
S&P recently contributed a Practice Note for Thomson Reuters's Practical Law on Data Privacy & Cybersecurity. This note is a comprehensive analysis of the key distinctions between the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (EDPL) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Furthermore, it outlines the specific circumstances in which the GDPR applies to...
Ibrahim Shehata, Hesham Kamel, and Omar Mohamed co-authored an Article on the latest Key Changes under Egypt’s New Labour Law No. 14 of 2025 in The International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG) Briefings
S&P recently contributed to the International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG): Latest Briefings, providing valuable insights on Egypt’s recently issued New Labor Law No. 14 of 2025. The New Labor Law will enter into force as of September 1st, 2025, except for the provisions related to labour courts, which shall apply as of October 1st,...
Ibrahim Shehata, Tasneem ElNaggar, and Safa Rabea co-authored an Article on Data Protection Laws and Regulations 2025 Guide for The International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG)
S&P recently contributed to the International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG): Data Protection Laws and Regulations Egypt 2025 Guide, covering common issues including relevant legislation and competent authorities, territorial scope, key principles, individual rights, registration formalities, appointment of a data protection officer and processors. For more information about ICLG: Data Protection Laws...
Shehata & Partners: Powering Egypt’s Green Energy Future
Egypt has just approved its first private-to-private (P2P) green energy contracts, a monumental step forward for the nation's energy sector. Shehata & Partners is immensely proud to announce our pivotal role within the EBRD's advisory consortium, working alongside Bird & Bird Law Firm and Kuungana Advisory, in making this a...
Ibrahim Shehata, Hesham Kamel, and Hamza Shehata co-authored an Article on Fintech Laws and Regulations 2025 Guide for The International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG)
S&P recently contributed to the International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG): Fintech Laws and Regulations 2025 Guide, covering common issues in fintech – including funding, regulation, other regulatory regimes / non-financial regulation, and technology. For more information about ICLG: Fintech Law and Regulations 2025 Guide, please visit the following link:
Shehata & Partners: Ensuring Investment Resilience Through Comprehensive Due Diligence for Norrsken22’s Taager Deal
Shehata & Partners played a pivotal role as legal counsel for Norrsken22 in their lead in-vestment in Taager's $6.75 million pre-Series B funding round. This engagement highlights their expertise in corporate law, venture capital, and comprehensive due diligence, particularly within the dynamic MENA region. Shehata & Partners' involvement extended beyond...
Bridging Borders: Shehata & Partners and Khairallah Advocates & Legal Consultants Announce Strategic Cooperation
In a move that strengthens cross-jurisdictional legal expertise, Shehata & Partners, a leading law firm based in Cairo, Egypt, and Khairallah Advocates & Legal Consultants, a prominent law firm in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, are delighted to announce a strategic cooperation. This collaboration unites the deep understanding of Egyptian...








