

Youssef and Partners is a leading international arbitration law firm known for handling high-profile cases with a high success rate. We specialize in international arbitration, dispute resolution, crisis management, and government contracts. Founded by Karim A. Youssef, a prominent figure in international arbitration, our firm has a strong reputation in commercial arbitration, investment treaty arbitration, complex high-value disputes, and international law. Recognized as a top-tier firm in the Global Arbitration Review (GAR) 100, Youssef + Partners includes experts who significantly contribute to the field of international arbitration.
Practice areas
Business
Youssef + Partners is the premier choice for regional and MENA international arbitrations.
We have an unmatched track record of successfully representing clients in some of the largest commercial and investment treaty arbitration claims in the Middle East and Africa.
Since 2016, our firm has been renowned for its expertise in all aspects of dispute resolution, establishing a strong presence in the region.
As Egypt's leading arbitration service provider, we hold the largest market share in the country for commercial arbitration and dispute resolution, particularly in large and high-profile cases.
As highlighted by a client in the Chambers Global Guide 2022, “honestly, there is no other legal office to go to in Egypt for large and complex cases.”
Youssef + Partners has an established reputation for delivering exceptional services to clients in the oil and gas industry.
Our team possesses an in-depth understanding of the unique legal and commercial challenges in this sector, particularly within Egypt and the broader Middle East. Our industry expertise is unparalleled in the region, evidenced by a strong track record of successfully handling high-profile disputes and complex issues, including those related to oil, gas, liquefied natural gas (LNG), petrochemical projects, and the daily operations of oil and gas companies.
Media, Technology and Telecoms
MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT LAW LEADERS: YOUSSEF + PARTNERS
Youssef + Partners is renowned for serving clients in the media and entertainment industry, with a strong reputation for high-profile work in Egypt and the Middle East.
We advise and represent key clients across the full entertainment industry spectrum, including film, television, music, and digital media.
Our services encompass advising on copyright, licensing, distribution, financing, production, talent agreements, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters. Our clients include production companies, distributors, talent, broadcasters, and investors, both locally and regionally.
The firm represents broadcasting channels in disputes about broadcasting rights and senior staff issues. We also advise producers on their relationships with TV channels.
Case results
The firm’s arbitration team secured an EGP 100 million award for CBC Channel in its high-profile dispute with TV satirist Bassem Youssef.
Media and Entertainment
The firm’s arbitration team secured an EGP 100 million award for CBC Channel in its high-profile dispute with TV satirist Bassem Youssef. This award was the first of its kind in the Egyptian market and remains a landmark commercial arbitration in MENA concerning broadcasting rights.
The firm advised a regional production company in both contractual and adversarial matters relating to its relationship with a major Arab TV station. Our involvement in pre-dispute negotiations led to a favorable settlement for the production company and the resumption of work.
We also represented one of the largest Egyptian production companies in a longstanding dispute over payments and damages with a regional TV station.
Additionally, we represented one of Egypt’s leading actresses in a dispute concerning termination and outstanding dues against an Egyptian TV channel.
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