IBRAHIM ELGENGEHY

Partner

Ibrahim is a Partner in the firm’s Mergers & Acquisitions and Capital Markets practice area. With over 12 years of experience, he has extensive experience in complex restructuring, M&A and Capital Markets transactions, including drafting and reviewing all commercial agreements, and providing legal advice on both transactional and non-transactional corporate and regulatory matters.

Ibrahim is also an expert advisor on restructuring plans and strategies for local and multinational companies, executing M&A transactions, conducting legal due diligence and research, as well as drafting and reviewing transaction documentation.

Specialising in the agriculture, education, and healthcare sectors, Ibrahim has significant legal experience in establishing fund structures and handling regulatory and M&A transactions.

Furthermore, as a testament to Ibrahim’s experience with the Libyan market, he is currently leading the establishment of the Libyan desk at ADSERO, enabling the firm to advise both local and international clients interested in conducting business in Libya.

Appointed as legal advisor to the National Service Projects Organisation & The Sovereign Fund of Egypt on key strategic projects for national development and economic growth.

Advised Ayady for Investment & Development S.A.E., on increasing its stake in Enmaa Finance Company S.A.E. from 21.43% to 52.86%.

Advised Maseera Holding Limited (a subsidiary of 2PointZero and IHC) on 100% acquisition of Maseera Holding for Financial Investments S.A.E.

Advised Ayady, NI Capital, and PFI on the divestment of Tamweely, Egypt's leading Microfinance Provider, in a landmark EGP 2.5 billion transaction.

Advised Middle East Chemicals on the possibility of exiting, negotiating the transaction with the counterparty, drafting the sale agreements, and finalising the closing of the transaction.

Assisted Chimera Capital in acquiring 45% of GB Lease, a subsidiary of GB Corp, for EGP 855 million.

Advised UMX Studio, one of Saudi Arabia’s pioneering game development studios, on its acquisition by Jetapult, marking the first investment in the MENA region to expand its gaming portfolio and align with Saudi Vision 2030.

Represented Chimera Capital in acquiring 20% of MNT Investments B.V., MNT- Halan, Egypt’s leading and fastest-growing fintech ecosystem.

Assisted Public Investment Fund in acquiring 34% of B.TECH.

Advised Chimera Investment in structuring, negotiating and closing one of its most notable real estate investments by acquiring a 25% stake in Gemini Global Development Egypt under Ora Developers.

Advised Chimera Investments on establishing an offshore fund structure in the Cayman Islands with Al Abbar Family Office.

Acted as local counsel for CI Capital on its IPO on the Egyptian Exchange.

Advised Helios Investment Partners and the Egyptian-American Enterprise Fund on the acquisition of a majority stake in Misr Hytecha, a leading pioneer in the Egyptian corn and sorghum market.

Advised Amazon.com as local counsel (with Clifford Chance leading internationally) on its acquisition of Souq.com.

Advised Neptune Energy Group as local counsel (with Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer leading internationally) on its acquisition of Engie E&P.

Advised NBK Capital Partners on the acquisition of Kaumeya School (a leading K-12 School in Egypt) and financing from the EBRD.

“Ibrahim's expertise in navigating complex legal matters coupled with his dedication to client satisfaction makes him an invaluable asset in the transaction process. Throughout our recent transactions, Ibrahim demonstrated an exceptional understanding of the intricacies involved. He provided insightful guidance at every stage, from due diligence to negotiation and contract finalisation. His attention to detail ensured that all aspects of the transaction were thoroughly reviewed and addressed, mitigating potential risks and maximising value for our company.”

-  Chambers & Partners, 2025

  • Member of the Egyptian Junior Business Association (EJB).
  • Member of the SwissCham Egypt
  • Member of the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA).
  • Member of the Egyptian Bar Association.

2011  LL.B., Faculty of Law, English Department, Cairo University.

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