Arbitration Support In Egypt 2025| Sadany & Partners Law Firm

As trade disputes arise, the legal decisions made by the parties become a pivotal factor in the course of the case, starting with the method of response and ending with the choice of dispute resolution method. Thanks to its speed, confidentiality and ability to issue enforceable awards, arbitration is the preferred method in Egypt for both local and international companies.

Our firm provides comprehensive support in arbitration cases for various parties, including companies, investors, and government entities. Our expert legal team, fluent in both languages, manages cases in accordance with local and international regulations, ensuring the protection of rights and financial interests from inception to execution.

Whether it's a contractual, investment, or construction dispute, you'll find us to be a reliable legal team.

Why is arbitration the best option in Egypt? Egypt has become a leader in promoting arbitration in the Middle East and Africa. With its flexibility, impartiality, and international enforceability, arbitration is increasingly preferred by companies and investors over litigation in courts.

Why is arbitration the best option in Egypt?

Egypt has become an established leader in promoting arbitration in the Middle East and Africa. With its flexibility, impartiality and international enforceability, arbitration is increasingly preferred by companies and investors over litigation in courts.

Key advantages of arbitration in Egypt:

• Impartial and independent: The parties may choose impartial arbitrators and select the applicable law.
• Confidential: All procedures are confidential, protecting sensitive business information.
• Flexible: The parties are free to choose the language, rules, and location.
• Global enforceability: Under the New York Convention (NYC) (1958), arbitral awards are recognised in over 160 countries.
• Effective: Disputes are usually resolved within months, not years.

This cutting-edge environment for dispute resolution makes Egypt an ideal location for local and international arbitration.

The Legal Framework for Arbitration in Egypt

Arbitration in Egypt is governed by Law 27 of 1994 (the Egyptian Arbitration Law), which is based on the UNCITRAL Model Law, which is an internationally recognized framework that ensures the fairness and impartiality of proceedings.

1. Egyptian Arbitration Law 27 of 1994

• Applies to local and international arbitration cases.
• Allows the parties to freely choose the place of arbitration, the language of arbitration, and the governing law.
• The provisions shall be implemented unless they conflict with Egyptian public order.

2. Cairo Regional Center for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA)

• Established in 1979 under the auspices of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization (AALCO).
• It is a leading arbitration centre in the region.
• It administers cases under the arbitration rules issued by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), providing bilingual (Arabic-English) proceedings and cost-effective administration.

3. Enforcement through Egyptian courts

Economic courts and enforcement chambers in Egypt play a pivotal role in recognizing and enforcing arbitral awards—both domestic and foreign—in accordance with the NYC.

This strong institutional and judicial infrastructure ensures that arbitration decisions are fair and enforceable.

Our services to support arbitration in Egypt

At Sadany & Partners Law Firm, we assist our clients throughout all stages of the arbitration process. Our approach combines in-depth local legal knowledge with international best practices to deliver strategic, practical, and actionable results.

1. Pre-arbitration strategy and risk assessment

We analyze contracts, correspondence, and claims to determine the best approach before arbitration begins.

Our team provides:

• Detailed legal assessments and feasibility studies.
• Drafting arbitration clauses and dispute resolution frameworks.
• Early settlement negotiations to save time and costs.

2. Representation in local and international arbitration

Our firm represents clients before leading arbitration institutions, including:

• Cairo Regional Center for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA)
• International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
• London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
• Arbitration by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)
• International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)

We manage all aspects of the proceedings, including filing the arbitration notice and submitting evidence, to conducting hearings and questioning witnesses.

3. Enforcement of Arbitration Awards in Egypt

Winning the case is only half the way there; enforcing the judgment is the turning point.

We undertake the whole process, including:

• Submitting enforcement applications to Egyptian courts.
• Defending against annulment or appeal proceedings.
• Coordinating international recognition under the NYC.

Our extensive experience in enforcement ensures that our clients receive the full value of their judgments.

4. Investor-state arbitration and the protection of bilateral investment treaties

We offer foreign investors specialized representation in disputes arising from bilateral investment treaties and the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes.

We provide the following services:

• Filing actions against host states.
• Defending investors' rights under international law.
• Negotiating settlements and compensation.

5. Support for mediation and settlement

Arbitration is not necessarily limited to a hearing; we help our clients explore amicable settlements and mediation solutions that preserve business relationships and reduce costs, while keeping arbitration as a fallback option.

Example: Arbitration Award in Favour of Foreign Investor

A European manufacturing firm was involved in a US$10 million dispute with an Egyptian distributor over unpaid invoices and infringement of property rights.

• Sadany & Partners Law Firm initiated arbitration proceedings under the rules of the CRCICA, with English as the business language.
• Our attorneys presented evidence of performance, correspondence, and compliance with the contract.
• The court issued a final judgment in favor of our client, covering all damages and litigation costs.
• The judgment was enforced by the Economic Court in Cairo, within two months.

Outcome: A swift and enforceable judgment that protected the investor's commercial interests and cash flows.

Why us?

1. Licensed arbitration experts

We are authorized to represent our clients before Egyptian courts and arbitration institutions, such as the CRCICA, the ICC, and ICSID.

2. Expertise in both areas of law

We have a highly qualified team of civil and common law solicitors, enabling us to manage international cases effectively.

3. Bilingual arbitration team

We conduct procedures in both Arabic and English to ensure clear communication and accuracy.

4. Transparent and predictable fees

We offer fixed or phased pricing, providing our clients with end-to-end financial clarity.

5. A track record of success

Our firm has a proven track record in the fields of construction, energy, real estate and investment disputes, representing both local businesses and international investors.

Legal insights 2025

• Digital arbitration: The CRCICA and Egyptian courts now fully support electronic filing and virtual hearings.
• Mediation Law (expected to be issued in 2025): Aims to formalize hybrid dispute resolution in Egypt.
• Third-party financing: It stands out as a financing option for complex arbitration cases.
• Expanding the scope of bilateral investment treaties: Egypt continues to expand bilateral treaties to protect foreign investors.
• Cross-border enforcement: Cooperation between Egypt and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) States promotes the recognition of arbitration awards.

Reliable arbitration support

Arbitration is not just about winning a dispute; it aims to protect your business interests efficiently and ensure that your rights are effectively enforced. This requires a legal team with deep strategic understanding and extensive procedural experience.

Sadany & Partners Law Firm provides this kind of support. No matter the nature of the dispute — with a local partner or a foreign party — we're with you every step of the way, from legal planning to enforcement and recovery of rights.

Conclusion

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Whether you are involved in a dispute or seeking to add arbitration clauses to your future contracts, hiring specialised legal expertise is essential to achieving actionable results.
Contact the Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Department at Sadany & Partners Law Firm in Cairo, and we will assess your situation, develop the optimal strategy, and represent you with complete professionalism.

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