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The Legal 500 EMEA Feedback 2025

Tier 2 (Commercial, corporate and M&A), Tier 3 (Projects and infrastructure)

"The team at Soliman Hashish and Partner is second to none. They are responsive, very well versed in the intricacies of Egyptian law and always make you feel that they will take care of business. They are easy to work with and always available."

"The team work seamlessly with our company personnel in Egypt."

"Go-to firm in Egypt - great local knowledge, responsive."

"The firm’s strong reputation for navigating complex legal challenges with agility and precision sets it apart in an increasingly competitive legal landscape."

"What makes the firm's service invaluable for us is the dedication they demonstrate to make us succeed in the Egyptian market by solving our issues in a very knowledgeable, competent and efficient manner."

"Frederic Soliman - we can trust him to always do everything in our best interest. He constantly solves problems when they arise. He also seems to have a huge reputation with our business partners which adds to his ability to efficiently sort out things."

The Legal 500 EMEA Feedback 2024

Tier 2 (Commercial, Corporate and M&A), Tier 2 (TMT), Tier 3 (Projects and Infrastructure)

"I have been dealing with Soliman, Hashish & Partners for many years and they have a hands-on approach and are experts in their field, providing business-oriented advice at reasonable cost. It is a mid-size law firm which in my opinion is a great advantage as you get special attention as a client."

"Fantastic, professional and ethical team."

"The Soliman, Hashish & Partners team has proven to be an excellent resource for legal services – particularly for needs arising in Middle Eastern countries. Their legal advice and guidance has been top quality."

"The team is available and provides timely responses on all business and corporate topics."

"Frederic Soliman is very pragmatic, hands-on, with a good network and fast execution."

"The SHP team is very competent and extremely good at managing the balance between the business requirement of their clients and the legal framework of the jurisdiction."

"The lawyers are very down to earth, highly competent and reliable in their responses."

The Legal 500 EMEA Feedback 2022

Tier 2 (Commercial, Corporate and M&A), Tier 2 (TMT), Tier 3 (Projects and Infrastructure)

"The corporate team at Soliman, Hashish & Partners has a strong presence in various sectors such as TMT, energy, education, and tourism. The firm’s recent highlights include matters of restructuring, corporate governance, and M&A-deals. Frederic Soliman is one of two key partners, dual-qualified in Egypt as well as France, and has been involved in numerous high-value transactions. The second practice lead is Mohamed Hashish who is experienced in corporate, M&A, restructuring and matters in the energy sector."

"The team is very responsive and knowledgeable of local laws. They are willing to go the extra mile to provide an advice or close a deal."

"Excellent legal advice regarding activities in Egypt and other middle east countries."

"Mohamed Hashish is knowledgeable, professional and provided services in a timely manner. We have valued his guidance and input and we have appreciated his attention to our needs in terms of both work product and timing."

"They have great experience in how things are applied in practice which is not necessarily in line with the plain text of the law."

"The team is very responsive to requests and offers good quality advice at a fair price. The team also proactively informs us in relation to local market insight and developments."

"Proactive and persistent on findings solutions."

"We work mostly with Mohamed Hashish. He embodies the qualities noted above with respect to how the team performs."

"The team has a unique ability to provide legally considered and commercially astute advice. Work ethics is front and centre of what they do. They are our go to lawyers in Egypt."

The Legal 500 EMEA Feedback 2021

Tier 2 (Commercial, Corporate and M&A)

"Soliman, Hashish & Partners advises governmental bodies, NGOs and multinational companies on transactions and day-to-day commercial matters. It frequently works on deals in sectors as diverse as banking, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, media, IT and tourism."

The Legal 500 EMEA Feedback 2020

Tier 2 (Commercial, Corporate and M&A)

"All of the firm’s associates are very supportive and professional in their transactions. They collaborate together to finalise the scope of work in a very short time and with a very high quality."

"Marwa AlSherif is an enthusiastic lawyer who always follow up on the tasks she is handling and thinks outside the box to come up with exceptional solutions."

"Mohamed Hashish is a one-of-a-kind lawyer and an excellent partner! He is very well organised and understands both the business needs and local/international laws very well. Therefore, he will always come back to you with outstanding advice."

"The team is very responsive and has a practical and commercial approach to legal advice."

"Mohammed Hashish is professional, responsive, business-minded and nice to work with."

"The firm has excellent knowledge of Egyptian law but focuses on working with international clients which ensures that they fully understand and are familiar with the expectations of international clients and international law firms."

"Mohamed Hashish is an excellent lawyer, with great Egyptian law knowledge and expertise across various sectors. His transactional legal advice is very practical and precise and of the highest quality."

"Mohamed Hashish is always available and responsive and highly motivated and works hard for his clients. His solutions are business oriented but also legally very sound, which is extremely helpful when working with international clients. He is committed to manage the team and grow the firm which is excellent to see."

The Legal 500 EMEA Feedback 2018

Tier 3 (Banking & Finance, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Energy)

"Soliman, Hashish & Partners’ team is ‘highly efficient and professional – the overall service is outstanding’. It advised Alstom on the sale of assets to General Electric. Mohamed Hashish is ‘professional and knowledgeable’ and Frédéric Soliman is ‘an excellent lawyer’."

"Soliman, Hashish & Partners is a relatively new entrant in the market but has experience in team members including Mohamed Hashish; he advised a sovereign fund on a $175m facility for the Republic of Egypt, and assisted Ansan Wikfs with a $72m loan."

The Legal 500 EMEA Feedback 2017

Tier 3 (Banking & Finance, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Energy)
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Chambers Global 2026

Band 4 (Corporate/M&A)

"Soliman, Hashish & Partners is practical and understands how to work with multinational companies. The team is responsive and efficient in giving commercial advice."

"The firm is eager to support and is able to find solutions."

"Their client-centricity and commercial awareness is amazing. They understand our industry and tailor advice to be both legally sound and easily implementable."

Chambers Global 2025

Band 4 (Corporate/M&A)

"The team is very strong and diverse from an experience and expertise point of view."

"Soliman, Hashish & Partners has a notable corporate practice which has built strong relationships with several high-profile clients and international law firms. It has experience counselling commercial entities on all aspects of their launch in the Egyptian market, including the licensing issues and regulatory approvals. In addition, the team is able to advise on acquisitions, group restructurings and a variety of corporate governance matters."

"Soliman, Hashish & Partners is very good - they respond immediately, especially with urgent cases, and they are very clear in their responses and get to the point."

"The firm employs a very collaborative, cooperative team who are able to deal with complex matters in an analytical way, ensuring the client is always satisfied with the service provided."

Chambers Global 2024

Band 4 (Corporate/M&A)

"They are efficient; they respond within the time frames we want." Corporate/M&A client Global

"They are very diligent and follow up." Corporate/M&A client Global

Chambers Global 2023

Commercial Contracts & Venture Capital

"They are very professional and they execute matters in a timely manner. They act in a way that is focused on clients."

Chambers Global 2022

Band 4 (Corporate/M&A)

"It is a pleasure to work with them as they are prompt and always available to help when needed, even with tight deadlines. They are very knowledgeable about local corporate law and sector-specific regulations."

"Easy accessibility, fast replies and understanding of our needs are surely among their strengths," commented one client, further adding: "Over the years they have shown the requested flexibility and understanding that makes the difference."

Chambers Global 2021

Band 4 (Corporate/M&A)

"Increasingly noted practice which has built strong relationships with several high-profile clients and international law firms. Frequently assists with the incorporation of subsidiaries, joint venture agreements and group restructurings. Also advises on a variety of day-to-day operational matters, including supply agreements."

"They provide clear, concise advice, with recognition of international best practice and solid commercial common sense."

"They are quick to respond, know exactly what the customer wants and they deliver on it. They understand problems quickly and propose good solutions."

Chambers Global 2018

Notable (corporate)

Chambers Global 2017

Notable (corporate)
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IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2025

Notable (Banking, Projects) Tier 5 (M&A)

"Fast response." - Private equity

"SHP is probably the best full-service law firm in Egypt at the moment providing excellent client service and legal advice. SHP is extremely responsive and provide quality advice in a still challenging legal market." - Project finance

IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2024

Recognised Firm


IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2022

Notable (Banking and M&A)

M&A

"They were very available and efficient."

Project development

"Prompt and efficient with a strong knowledge of the local corporate legal framework. They are easy to deal with and always available."

"Quick quality feedback."

"Soliman Hashish & Partners is a true business partner often going beyond the mere legal advice for supporting our company's project and keeping the highest-level support that an international investor requires."

Project development: Energy

"Mohamed Hashish and his partners have built a firm with excellent lawyers that are very responsive and provide practical advice for international clients."

Restructuring: Corporate

"Fast and efficient"

"Very responsive and thorough."

IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2021

Notable (Banking and M&A)

"Responsive, knowledgeable team – great depth on the bench"

"They are very responsive, helpful and approachable"

"Negotiating, pro-activeness, efficiency and timelines"

IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2020

Notable (Banking and M&A)

"They are responsive, always with a timely and business oriented advice. Their fees are reasonable as well." - Asset finance

"Very well informed about the Egypt regulatory environment and corporate law as well as being extremely diligent and meticulous about their work. Both Mohamed Hashish and Frederic Soliman are great lawyers who are passionate about what they do." - Financial services regulatory

"Overall the firm work was excellent, strengths are: language skills and business acumen as lawyers, meaning the perspective and advice is from a business point of view, though still academically sound. Also social skills are highly developed and there is high level of flexibility in working hours." - M&A

"Very strong partners, always reachable. In depth analysis of all topics to be assessed and is able to support our company at 360 degrees." - M&A

IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2019

Notable (Banking and M&A)

"SHP is our firm's preferred firm in Egypt. The lawyers know the law, are very responsive, commercially aware, and help in understanding local law and the challenges in finding solutions for international investors. It is the best law firm in Egypt and is among the up and coming. The personal service and quality from associate to partner level is impressive." – M&A, project development, project finance

“Highly professional and nice personality of the whole team.’’ - Banking and finance

"It's excellent in all respects - accuracy of advice, timely responses and professionalism." – Financial and corporate

"Very strong risk assessment based on local regulatory knowledge. The firm does need to improve its alignment of legal frameworks with commercial constraints." – M&A, project development

IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2018

Notable (Banking and M&A)

"Excellent legal knowledge - Pragmatism - processing speed - substantial professionalism and friendliness.” - Corporate

“They are very well informed by the market and quick answerers.” - Corporate

“A young team with a professional "can do attitude" which is well versed in all aspects of Egyptian corporate law and specifically the telecom regulatory environment. Highly recommended and efficient.” – M&A

“Soliman Hashish & Partners are very qualified and have the information to achieve the satisfaction of their clients.” – Restructuring and insolvency

"Despite the fact that the firm is a newly established body I believe it is one of the strongest law firms in Egypt. The efficiency and quality of work and how very responsive they are makes them very creative in how they deal with any transaction. We were really missing having a law firm with this specifications in Egypt.” – M&A, Regulatory

“Very responsive and strong support in corporate law matters but real estate and EHS issue as well.” – M&A, Project development

IFLR1000 Client Feedback 2017

Notable (Banking and M&A)
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