With deep-rooted expertise, a clear strategic vision

Real estate funds, investment and real estate financing

Services and Tasks in This Field

1.Specialized Advisory and Support Providing expert legal advice and support in real estate transactions to a wide range of local and international companies, real estate investment funds, and developers.

2.Legal Advisory on Real Estate Investment Offering comprehensive legal guidance on all aspects of real estate investment, including: oFinancing oProperty disposition and transactions oLease negotiations (from both landlord and tenant perspectives) oPortfolio management oRelated legal matters

3.Real Estate Financing Advisory Providing legal advice to both borrowers and lenders in domestic and international real estate financing transactions, along with legal and advisory support for real estate funds.

4.Dispute Avoidance and Amicable Resolution Delivering comprehensive advisory services aimed at preventing disputes through amicable settlement and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution

The world is witnessing a growing reliance on non-judicial methods for dispute resolution, driven by the need for faster and more cost-effective solutions. Legal practitioners and consultants increasingly adopt alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, with arbitration emerging as one of the most effective methods for resolving disputes arising from commercial transactions.

Services and Tasks in This Field

1.Alternative Dispute Resolution Services Providing mediation, arbitration, reconciliation, and other non-judicial methods for resolving disputes.

2.Advisory and Representation Assisting clients in selecting the most appropriate alternative dispute resolution mechanism, drafting related agreements, and representing clients in such proceedings.

3.Drafting Arbitration Clauses Preparing and drafting mediation and arbitration clauses within various types of contracts, including: oEmployment agreements oJoint venture agreements oLicensing agreements oCommercial contracts

Debt Collection Services

We provide comprehensive debt collection services aimed at enhancing the client’s ability to manage and control outstanding debts in a manner that aligns with the specific needs of their business, while preserving and maintaining the client’s future business relationships with the Legal and Financial Consulting House, through a highly professional approach to claims and recovery.

Our services are designed to ensure efficiency, professionalism, and respect for business relationships, while achieving optimal financial outcomes for our clients.

Services and Tasks in This Field 1.Accelerated Payment Recovery Achieving faster settlement of outstanding receivables once the Debt Collection Department initiates negotiations. 2.Improved Cash Flow Increasing the client’s cash inflows by reducing overdue and unrecovered debts. 3.Performance-Based Fees No commission is charged in cases where the debt is not successfully collected. 4.Time Efficiency for Clients Allowing the Legal and Financial Consulting House to assume full responsibility for debt collection on behalf of the client, saving time and internal resources.

 Intellectual Property

Intellectual property has become a major concern in light of modern technological and artistic developments. It now operates within a structured system of registration, legal protection, proper utilization, and enforcement mechanisms to safeguard rights and address disputes arising from infringement or misuse. Our team provides comprehensive legal services in this field and represents both plaintiffs and defendants in matters related to intellectual property disputes, whether through litigation, arbitration, or mediation.

Services and Tasks in This Field

1.Legal Consultation and Protection Strategies Providing legal advice on registration and protection mechanisms for all forms of intellectual property, including: oCopyrights and publishing rights oTrademarks oPatents oIndustrial designs oTrade names

2.Enforcement and Dispute Resolution Taking necessary legal actions to protect intellectual property rights, including: oCopyright infringement cases oPatent infringement disputes oResearch and development agreements oPatent and technology licensing

3.Registration and Protection Assisting in the registration and protection of intellectual property rights in all their forms, both locally and internationally.

4.Technology Transfer and Licensing Supporting transactions and legal arrangements involving: oTechnology transfer oTrade and service marks oCommercial licensing oService marks oProprietary information and trade secrets oRegistered and unregistered designs oMoral and related intellectual rights

Foreign Marriage Documentation

We provide professional services for the documentation of marriage contracts involving foreign nationals through a specialized and highly experienced team with extensive knowledge in dealing with the Ministry of Justice and relevant Egyptian authorities.

 Under Law No. 103 of 1976, which amended certain provisions of Law No. 68 of 1947 regarding documentation, specific legal requirements and documents must be fulfilled for marriages between Egyptians and foreigners. Such contracts can only be officially documented upon full compliance with all legal conditions. The law obligates the notary to refuse documentation if any requirement is unmet and to notify the concerned parties via registered correspondence, stating the reasons for refusal.

Requirements for Documenting Foreign Marriage Contracts Before proceeding with documentation, the notary must verify the availability of the following conditions and documents:

1.Personal Presence Both the husband and wife must be present in person during the documentation process.

2.Family Approval (if applicable) Evidence of family consent or relevant authorization may be required.

3.Photographs and Medical Certificates Submission of five recent personal photographs for each party, along with medical certificates issued by a government hospital.   

4.Age Difference The age difference between the spouses must not exceed 25 years. If it does, additional legal requirements may apply. 

5.Financial Requirement (if applicable) If the age difference exceeds 25 years, the foreign party may be required to provide an investment certificate issued by the National Bank of Egypt in the amount of EGP 50,000 in the name of the Egyptian spouse.

6.Residency Status The foreign party must hold a valid residency permit in Egypt for purposes other than tourism.

7.Minimum Age Requirement Both parties must be at least 21 years old.

8.No-Objection Certificates The foreign party must provide two certificates issued by the competent authority or consulate of their country: oOne confirming no objection to the marriage oOne including personal details such as date of birth, nationality, religion, occupation, country of residence, marital status, previous marriages, number of children, financial status, and sources of income Both certificates must be officially authenticated by the relevant Egyptian authorities.

9.Proof of Birth Each party must provide a birth certificate. If unavailable, the foreign party may submit an equivalent official document, while the Egyptian party must provide an official birth certificate extract.

10.Documentation Procedures The marriage contract must be finalized at the Real Estate Registry Office of the Ministry of Justice.

11.Authentication The marriage contract must be authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

 Important Note: Some embassies may impose strict requirements or refuse to issue a No-Objection Certificate. In such cases, a practical legal solution commonly used is the notarization of a customary marriage contract, followed by legal procedures to establish and formally prove the marriage.

Real Estate Registration Services

We provide comprehensive real estate registration services for all types of properties, including apartments, villas, factories, administrative offices, commercial units, vacant land, and agricultural land. Our services cover registration before both the Real Estate Registry and the Cadastral (In-Kind) Registry, carried out by a team of specialized lawyers with extensive experience in dealing with various real estate registry offices and cadastral offices across Egypt. In addition, we facilitate the issuance of powers of attorney by arranging for a real estate registry official to visit the client’s location, eliminating the need for the client to attend the registry office in person. This ensures a convenient, efficient, and fully compliant process.

Residency, Work Permits, and Egyptian Citizenship

We provide comprehensive services related to foreigners’ residency, work permits, and the acquisition of Egyptian citizenship through a highly experienced team with extensive practical expertise in dealing with the Passports, Immigration and Nationality Authority, the Ministry of Manpower, and relevant governmental bodies.

First: Foreigners’ Residency Services

Foreign residency in Egypt is governed by various categories, each with specific conditions and durations. Our services include advising on eligibility, preparing documentation, and managing all application procedures.

1. Special Residency (10 Years – Renewable)

Granted to foreigners born in Egypt before 26 May 1952 or those who resided in Egypt for 20 years prior to that date.

2. Ordinary Residency (5 Years – Renewable)

Available to foreigners who resided continuously in Egypt for 15 years prior to 26 May 1952, as well as their minor children. This category includes provisions for travel permissions and regulated absence periods.

3. Five-Year Temporary Residency

 Granted to specific categories, including: * Foreign investors and their families
* Individuals of Egyptian origin who have lost their nationality
* Children of Egyptian mothers
* Elderly residents with long-term presence and financial means
* Beneficiaries under international agreements
* Spouses and dependents of eligible residents

Wives and widows of Egyptians Wives of foreigners licensed in ordinary residence Wives and children of foreigners authorized in five-year residence in previous cases

4. Three-Year Residency (Renewable)

Applicable to categories such as:

* Foreign spouses of Egyptian nationals
* Employees in government, public, and private sectors
* Certain Palestinian residents and holders of travel documents
* Registered refugees and special humanitarian cases
* Dependents of eligible residents

5-Temporary Residency (Non-Touristic)

A one-year residence permit may be granted for non-touristic purposes to the following categories:

-Employees in government, public authorities, public sector entities, local administration units, or business sector companies, as well as their spouses and children
-Employees in the private and investment sectors, subject to obtaining a work permit from the Ministry of Manpower and Employment, including their spouses and children
-Students enrolled in universities, institutes, and schools based on official enrollment certificates
-Parents of students studying in Egypt
-Foreign nationals coming to Egypt for voluntary work at their own expense
-Spouses of Egyptian women (granted residency for one year under the sponsorship of the Egyptian wife)
-Children of Egyptian mothers who have reached adulthood, provided they hold a valid work permit
-Parents of investors holding five-year residency, under sponsorship of the investor and upon a recommendation from the General Authority for Investment
-Divorced Egyptian women who are custodians of Egyptian children
-Minor children and spouses of foreign nationals holding temporary residency in a personal capacity
-Property owners with registered real estate contracts in the Real Estate Registry, provided the property value is not less than USD 50,000, with payment transferred through an Egyptian bank
-Relatives of Egyptian nationals up to the second degree, over 50 years old, who have resided in Egypt continuously for five years and have sufficient means of support or are sponsored by a relative up to the fourth degree

6. Tourist Residency

 A tourist residency permit may be issued for a maximum period of one year, renewable, for purposes such as tourism, visitation, or medical treatment.
-Renewal applications must be submitted within 15 days after the expiry of the residence permit through the competent authority or its branches
-In case of renewal, the applicant must apply to the relevant authority or one of its regional offices

Second: Work Permits for Foreigners:

Applications for employing foreign workers are submitted to the Ministry of Manpower and require the following: -The foreign worker must be located outside Egypt at the time of application
-A formal power of attorney authorizing the representative to complete the procedures Required Documents:
-Commercial registration of the establishment
-Tax card
-Articles of incorporation
-Company newspaper (official publication)
-A certificate of expertise for the foreign employee (not less than three years), certified, legalized, and translated by an official office, matching the required job title
-Employment contract signed and legalized in the foreign worker’s home country and authenticated by the Egyptian Consulate
-Appointment of two Egyptian assistants for the foreign employee, with copies of their qualifications
-Social insurance form (Form 2) stamped by the Social Insurance Authority
-Three copies of the foreign worker’s passport
-For workers from East Asia (India, Pakistan, Philippines, Bangladesh, etc.), additional legalization requirements apply

Third: Acquisition of Egyptian Nationality

Acquisition of nationality refers to obtaining citizenship after birth, known as acquired nationality, as opposed to original nationality, which is acquired at birth. According to Law No. 26 of 1975, as amended by Law No. 154 of 2004, Egyptian nationality may be acquired through the following methods:

1. By Birth An individual is considered Egyptian if: Born to an Egyptian father or an Egyptian mother Born in Egypt to unknown parents (a foundling is presumed to be born in Egypt unless proven otherwise) If a person holds dual nationality, they may declare their desire to renounce Egyptian nationality to the Minister of Interior. Minors may be represented by their legal guardian. A person who has lost Egyptian nationality may apply to regain it within one year of reaching adulthood, subject to approval by the Minister of Interior. Children born to an Egyptian mother and a non-Egyptian father before the implementation of the law may declare their desire to obtain Egyptian nationality, and the Minister shall decide accordingly within a specified period.

2. By Marriage According to the law: A foreign woman married to an Egyptian man does not automatically acquire Egyptian nationality She may apply for nationality by declaring her desire to the Minister of Interior The marriage must continue for at least two years following the declaration, unless terminated due to the husband’s death The Minister may, by reasoned decision, deny the acquisition of nationality within the two-year period If nationality is acquired, it is not lost upon termination of the marriage unless the individual regains foreign nationality or acquires another nationality through marriage.

3. By Naturalization The law provides several cases for acquiring Egyptian nationality through naturalization, including: Naturalization based on birth in Egypt and Egyptian maternal origin Naturalization based on continuous legal residence in Egypt for five years Naturalization based on dual birth in Egypt and affiliation with an Arab or Islamic country Naturalization based on birth and legal residence in Egypt upon reaching adulthood Naturalization after ten years of continuous residence in Egypt Special cases granted by the discretion of the President of the Republic under the law

contract drafting

Our vision in contract drafting is to produce precise and reliable legal documents that accurately reflect the true intentions and agreements of the parties, articulated through clear, enforceable legal language.
Our drafting approach begins with a thorough and careful understanding of every aspect of the transaction. We engage closely with our clients by asking targeted questions, identifying and addressing potential legal gaps, and providing informed recommendations. This ensures that our clients have complete clarity regarding all contractual terms, as well as their rights and obligations.
We are committed to delivering our services with both efficiency and excellence—maintaining speed in execution without compromising the highest standards of quality and professionalism.

corporate services

Our Corporate and Capital Markets practice is built on a comprehensive understanding of our clients’ needs at every stage of their business lifecycle. From company formation and registration to contract drafting, amendments, and eventual liquidation, we provide end-to-end legal support tailored to ensure efficiency, compliance, and long-term success.
We advise on a wide range of corporate matters, including transaction management, corporate governance, and the structuring and supervision of mergers and acquisitions. Our services also extend to the drafting and review of various commercial agreements, including sale, supply, contracting, services, and tender contracts.
In addition, we provide continuous legal support throughout negotiation and implementation phases, ensuring that our clients’ interests are fully protected. Our expertise also covers intellectual property matters, including the establishment and protection of patent rights, as well as the drafting and execution of franchise agreements.
We represent companies before all relevant official and judicial authorities and offer comprehensive legal advisory services across all aspects of corporate operations.
The Legal and Financial Consulting House also places strong emphasis on supporting foreign investors, offering tailored guidance that aligns with local regulations and international standards. Our team closely monitors developments across business sectors, enabling us to advise on transactions, capital markets, and corporate strategy within a dynamic and rapidly evolving environment

Litigation and
pleadings

The effective handling of cases and the preparation of legal briefs require a high level of expertise, in-depth legal knowledge, and continuous awareness of evolving laws and regulations. In this context, the lawyer plays a vital role in advancing proceedings efficiently and facilitating the path toward the fair and timely administration of justice.
This role becomes even more critical within complex judicial systems and quasi-judicial frameworks, particularly in jurisdictions undergoing continuous legal and institutional development. At the Legal and Financial Consulting House, we bring extensive experience in managing a broad spectrum of cases, including highly complex matters. Our team has successfully represented clients across various industries and provided strategic legal counsel to numerous business entities.
Our practice is structured into specialized divisions, enabling us to address a wide range of legal needs and deliver comprehensive, tailored solutions that align with our clients’ objectives.

Legal Consultation

Legal advisory services are a fundamental pillar in the success and sustainability of any commercial or institutional entity, particularly in environments where regulations and legislative frameworks are diverse and constantly evolving. At the Legal and Financial Consulting House, we combine strong academic knowledge with extensive practical experience, supported by a deep understanding of procedural and regulatory requirements. This enables us to deliver high-quality legal advisory services that effectively support our clients across various sectors and help drive their business forward with confidence. Our approach to legal consultation is built upon three core pillars:

1. Operational Excellence and Compliance We strive to play an active role in facilitating and streamlining our clients’ operations by continuously reviewing their procedures, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and aligning them with their strategic objectives while safeguarding their rights.
2. Proactive Risk Management and Solutions Our role extends beyond identifying legal risks and challenges. We are committed to offering practical solutions, strategic alternatives, and clear guidance to help our clients navigate complexities and make sound decisions.
3. Comprehensive Legal Support We provide continuous legal support throughout all stages of business dealings—from initial negotiations to final implementation—ensuring our clients are protected and well-advised at every step.