El-Saghir Law Firm’s IP team is recognised by clients for its ability to navigate ‘complex IP matters with precision and efficiency’. The department’s diverse caseload spans patent litigation at all stages, patent applications, trademark protection and confidentiality agreements, with an emphasis on the agricultural and pharmaceutical industries. Salah Ismaiel heads the practice’s IP litigation arm, bringing specialised expertise in the pharmaceutical industry. Ahmed El-Saghir heads the companies, commercial and IP matters team, while Yasser Omar Amine leads on mandates related to the registration and maintenance of IP rights, covering trademark, copyright and patent issues. Managing partner Hossam A. El-Saghir further bolsters the team’s offering with his expertise in complex issues arising in the fields of patents, plant variety and biodiversity.

Eldib & Co’s IP practice offers a comprehensive range of services through its four specialised sub-departments dedicated to trademark, copyright, patent and industrial design prosecution, and brand protection. Trusted with managing prestigious IP portfolios in Egypt, the practice is also adept at handling high-value litigation and investigations related to infringement and counterfeiting. The team is led by Dina Eldib, who co-chairs the Middle East General Advisory Council at the International Trademark Association and excels in trademark prosecution and enforcement. Marwan Eissa heads the brand protection department, and Passant Abaza is highly proficient in handling contentious trademark matters.

Zaki Hashem, Attorneys at Law is sought after by high-profile local and multinational clients for its expertise in developing and protecting patents, trademarks, industrial models and designs, copyright and authorship rights. The team is particularly adept at navigating all stages of trademark enforcement, from licensing and registration to litigation. The practice is led by the firm’s head of litigation, Omar Abou Elenain, while Hosny Danial adds substantial expertise in patents and IP dispute resolution. The team’s IP enforcement capabilities were further strengthened by the arrival of Marwan Farid in August 2023.

Helmy, Hamza & Partners (member firm of Baker & McKenzie International)’s team serves as a one-stop-shop for developing and protecting intellectual property portfolios. The practice demonstrates particular proficiency in brand management, trademark and patent protection, and IP disputes. Ghada El Ehwany, head of the corporate and commercial team, also leads the firm’s IP offering, drawing on her extensive sector-specific expertise across the life sciences, pharmaceutical, real estate, hospitality and TMT sectors.

Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy provides a diverse range of intellectual property services for its corporate clients, with a focus on trademark portfolios and applications, as well as brand portfolios and patent applications. The team’s caseload spans the healthcare, insurance, financial services and consumer goods industries. Highly regarded practice co-head Menna Elsherif is noted for her extensive experience in global trademark portfolio management and complex enforcement strategies. Elsherif is joined by co-heads Omar Bassiouny and Tamer El Hennawy.

Al Tamimi & Company leverages its regional expertise and network to provide the gamut of IP services. The team has a strong track record in complex trademark portfolios and the protection of patents and industrial designs. The team is led by Omar Obeidat, Rasha Al Ardah and Ahmed Salah, all based in the UAE. Obediat regularly advises on IP enforcement and litigation, while Al Ardah specialises in trademarks and copyrights.

Commended for its ‘expertise and attentiveness’, Alliance Law Firm - Egypt provides tailored services to protect its clients' IP assets, with the team demonstrating a strong track record in copyright and patent protection, IP agreement drafting and reviews, and IP litigation. The team is headed by Abdallah Nour El Dien, an IP specialist, and Ashraf Abou Elkheir, who brings over two decades of corporate law experience.

Marghany Advocates’s IP team is praised by clients for its ‘comprehensive understanding of trademark issues and procedures’. Leading the practice is a trio of specialists: Rasha El Sakka, who focuses on trademark enforcement, and Amir Marghany and Hend El-Hakim, who lead initiatives involving IP rights within the media sector.

Trademark agreements, patents and IP enforcement strategies form the bedrock of Shalakany Law Office‘s IP offering. Sharif Shihata leads the team, bringing considerable experience in drafting and negotiating distribution, franchise, agency and licensing agreements.

Shield Advocates - Al Hawy & Hassane provides comprehensive advice on all aspects of IP portfolio management, including the expansion and enforcement of trademarks, patent brands and sub-brands. The team is well versed in representing both regional and international clients and frequently acts as regional counsel for notable brands. Regarded by clients as an ‘outstanding practitioner’, practice head Hassane El Sheref focuses on streamlining IP processes and enforcement in the region.