Our Team

Muhammad Rabie Elsadany

Partner

Mr. Muhammad Rabie El-Sadany is the Managing Partner of Sadany & Partners Law Firm and a highly regarded attorney with extensive expertise in different fields of law. He has built a distinguished practice advising multinational corporations and foreign investors on complex corporate matters, including company formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, restructuring, and regulatory compliance within the Egyptian market. Holding a Master’s degree in International Commerce from ASU and a Legal & UN Translation Diploma from AUC, and currently finalizing his Ph.D. in Commercial Law, Mr. Muhammad combines strong academic depth with practical, market-driven legal solutions. His experience extends to drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial and corporate agreements, ensuring alignment with both international standards and Egyptian law. In addition to his corporate practice, he has significant experience in litigation and international arbitration, representing clients before major arbitral tribunals and Egyptian courts. He has also advised governmental entities on international disputes involving the Egyptian government, frequently achieving amicable settlements that protect client interests and prevent escalation. Mr. Muhammad is widely recognized for his strategic approach, commercial awareness, and ability to resolve disputes efficiently, whether through negotiation or formal proceedings. His leadership and expertise have positioned Sadany & Partners as a trusted legal advisor for corporate clients across diverse industries.

Dr. Ahmed Taha Drwish

Partner – Head of Dispute Resolution Group

Dr. Ahmed Taha is Partner and Head of the Dispute Resolution Group. He received his PhD from the University of Bristol (UOB), UK, in 2025 and brings more than 11 years of academic and professional experience in international commercial arbitration and alternative dispute resolution. Dr. Ahmed served as a Graduate Teacher at the University of Bristol Law School, teaching International Commercial Arbitration to undergraduate and postgraduate (LLM) students. He currently lectures in Economics, Money and Banking, and Public Finance at both the Egyptian Chinese University and Beni-Suef University in Egypt, a role that complements his legal practice by providing an enriched economic perspective on complex commercial and construction disputes. Professionally, Dr. Ahmed has represented multinational clients before leading arbitral institutions, including the ICC, CRCICA, DIFC-LCIA, as well as in ad hoc proceedings. He is also committed to academic development and capacity-building. He has coached and supervised student teams in national, regional, and international moot competitions, including coaching the University of Bristol team in the 2024 Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot in Vienna.

Taher Yahia

Counsel – Head of Litigation Group

Taher Yahia leads the firm’s Litigation Group. He has substantial experience representing clients in civil, commercial, criminal, and administrative disputes before all levels of Egyptian courts. His practice focuses on strategy development, case management, and delivering decisive litigation outcomes across diverse dispute sectors.

Dr. Olga Andreeva

Counsel – Dispute Resolution

Dr. Olga Andreeva is Counsel in the Dispute Resolution practice, bringing extensive experience in international arbitration, cross-border disputes, and complex commercial litigation. She regularly advises multinational clients on matters involving foreign parties, international commercial contracts, and the enforcement of arbitral awards. A native Russian speaker, Dr. Olga plays a key role in assisting the firm’s Russian-speaking clients, ensuring accurate communication, nuanced translation of legal concepts, and the preparation of bilingual agreements and submissions. Her ability to navigate both civil-law and common-law frameworks strengthens the firm’s capacity to handle disputes involving CIS and European jurisdictions. Dr. Olga earned her PhD in Law from Goethe University, Germany, in 2015, providing her with a strong academic foundation that enhances her practical dispute-resolution skills. Her doctoral research adds depth to her analytical approach, enabling her to handle complex legal issues with precision and clarity.

Muhammed Ashraf

Junior Associate – Dispute Resolution

Muhammed is a junior associate who joined the firm in early 2026 after graduating with the Class of 2025. He brings strong analytical, drafting, and presentation skills developed through extensive experience as both a mooter and a coach in national and regional moot court competitions. Muhammed achieved notable recognition in the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration (SCCA) competition, ranking 5th Best Oralist for the Claimant among 924 participants—a distinction that reflects his advocacy skills and deep grasp of legal argumentation. His participation in multiple competitions has equipped him with solid experience in drafting legal memoranda, conducting legal research and analysis, and presenting oral pleadings in both Arabic and English. Muhammed is a dedicated and promising legal professional who contributes meticulously prepared work and a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Aya Salah Gaafar

Senior Associate – Corporate

Aya is a highly experienced Corporate and Tax Attorney with extensive expertise in representing clients before the Egyptian Tax Authority and its affiliated offices, defending clients’ interests before Tax Appeal Committees, and preparing and filing comprehensive tax reports. She has substantial experience dealing with the General Authority for Investment (GAFI), commercial registry procedures at the Chamber of Commerce, and regulatory matters with the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC), the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI), and the Industrial Development Authority (IDA). Her expertise also includes trademark registration, handling notarization procedures, obtaining all types of licenses from governmental entities, and supporting companies with the renewal of operation licenses and related approvals. Ms. Aya provides end-to-end support in submitting documentation to municipalities and governmental bodies, managing follow-up communications, and addressing legal notices related to licensing procedures. She effectively coordinates inspections, payment of official fees, and compliance with all governmental requirements for operational facilities. Aya also drafts and negotiates a wide range of contracts—such as Service Level Agreements (SLA), distribution agreements, joint venture agreements, and memoranda of understanding—and conducts detailed legal research and legal opinions under Egyptian and Saudi law.

Sameh Ragab Nasr

Counsel – Corporate

Sameh is a seasoned Corporate Attorney with more than 10 years of experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, commercial transactions, and multi-stage litigation. He holds an LL.B. from Ain Shams University and is a registered member of the Egyptian Bar Association. Sameh’s legal background combines strong corporate advisory capabilities with hands-on experience in court procedures. He advises on company incorporation, restructuring, mergers, capital increases, corporate resolutions, and compliance before bodies such as the Industrial Development Authority (IDA), the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC), Notarization and Real Estate Registration offices, Tax Authority, Social Insurance Authority, and other governmental bodies to ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Sameh’s expertise extends to industrial licensing, immigration procedures, VAT and tax registration, and other mandatory regulatory approvals. Sameh also has strong experience in intellectual property matters and regularly advises on commercial contracts, franchise agreements, licensing, and regulatory matters. His combined exposure to both corporate and litigation matters enables him to provide well-rounded legal support grounded in practical court experience.

Mohab Moataz Kamel

Senior Associate – Corporate

Mohab is a Senior Attorney with more than seven years of experience in the corporate law field, drafting minutes for EGM and OGM and writing and reviewing all types of bilingual contracts including lease, consulting, employment, sale, and acquisition agreements. He assists clients before the Notary Public, the Egyptian Bar Association, GAFI, and the Cairo Chamber of Commerce. He is skilled in client communication, legal research, and drafting legal opinions. He also brings more than five years of experience in immigration matters, assisting companies and expatriates with work permits, residence permits, security codes, medical clearances, and Ministry of Manpower approvals. Mohab is highly skilled in translating legal documents between Arabic and English with precision.

Mohamed Salah

Senior Associate – Litigation

Mohamed Salah is a Senior Associate in the Litigation Group, handling a wide range of civil, commercial, and administrative disputes. He is known for his meticulous case preparation, courtroom advocacy, and effective client representation before different judicial stages.

Eslam Sami

Senior Associate – Litigation & Labor Law

Eslam is a senior litigation lawyer specializing in labor law disputes in Egypt and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He is recognized for his fact-driven approach, strong negotiation skills, and ability to deliver efficient, results-oriented legal solutions. He has extensive experience in litigation before all courts of different types and levels, and possesses in-depth knowledge of civil and commercial law, enabling him to effectively represent clients before all judicial authorities in their various forms and jurisdictions. His practice also extends to civil, commercial, corporate, and family law matters, supported by solid expertise in legal drafting, contract review, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.

Dina Abdelaziz Abdelzaher

Associate – Corporate

Dina is a motivated and detail-oriented legal professional, skilled in legal research, contract drafting, and compliance, with a proven ability to solve problems and negotiate effectively. She possesses strong knowledge of public and international law, as well as legal codes and government regulations.

Amr Zaher

Senior Associate – Litigation, Business & Dispute Resolution

Amr is a dedicated real estate and dispute resolution attorney with extensive experience in property transactions, development projects, investment structuring, and property-related litigation . He provides clients with clear, strategic, and results-driven legal advice , supported by strong analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills. His practice includes drafting and reviewing real estate and commercial contracts , conducting legal and transactional due diligence , and ensuring regulatory compliance for both local and foreign investors. Amr has represented clients in disputes against major real estate developers and has substantial experience in debt collection , handling both amicable settlements and formal litigation proceedings . Amr is recognized for his strong advocacy skills , enabling him to present persuasive arguments before judicial and quasi-judicial bodies , as well as to negotiate effectively on behalf of clients. His balanced expertise in litigation, negotiation, and settlement strategy allows him to deliver comprehensive legal solutions across a broad range of real estate and commercial matters . He is also a trusted legal professional with extensive expertise in Commercial Law, Commercial Litigation, Contracts, and Family Law . Amr is known for managing complex business disputes , developing robust contractual frameworks , and providing compassionate yet decisive representation in family law matters, with a consistent commitment to strategic excellence and client success .