Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Egypt
We represent clients before Egyptian courts at all levels in civil and commercial cases, negotiate settlements and handle disputes through arbitration and amicable means.
- Partners with over 11 years of experience
- Representation before courts at all levels
- Assessment of your legal position before filing a claim
Our Litigation Services
We accompany you through the dispute, from the first assessment to enforcement of the judgment.
Assessing your legal position
We review the documents and assess the prospects, risks and duration of the claim before you decide to file or defend.
Drafting claims and memoranda
We draft the statement of claim, defences and closing memoranda, and organise the documents to support your position.
Hearings and advocacy before courts
We attend hearings and plead before courts at all levels, and update you after each hearing.
Appealing judgments
We study the judgment and identify the grounds for appeal or cassation, observing the statutory deadlines.
Settlements and amicable solutions
We negotiate a settlement before going to court or during the proceedings when it serves your interest.
Enforcing judgments
We follow up the enforcement of judgments and court orders as the law permits.
Cases we handle
We represent individuals and companies in civil and commercial disputes, including:
Civil cases
Disputes over ownership, possession, compensation, liability and civil obligations.
Individuals and rights holders
Commercial cases
Disputes over commercial contracts, cheques and commercial papers, supply and contracting claims.
Companies and traders
Company and partner disputes
Disputes between partners and shareholders over management, profit distribution and liquidation.
Partners and shareholders
Arbitration and dispute resolution
Representing you in arbitration, negotiation and mediation under the contract’s arbitration clause.
Parties to contracts with an arbitration clause
How we work on your case
Four clear stages from assessing the dispute to judgment.
Assess the dispute
We review the documents and identify your position and the best route: settlement, litigation or arbitration.
Notice or filing the claim
We send the necessary notices or prepare and file the statement of claim before the competent court.
Pleading and hearings
We defend your position, file memoranda and keep you updated on the proceedings.
Judgment, enforcement or appeal
We follow the judgment and then enforce it or appeal it within the legal deadlines.
What we examine before filing a claim
The decision to litigate rests on documents and deadlines, not on impressions.
- The basis of the right and the supporting documents
- Jurisdiction and the competent court
- Limitation, prescription and appeal deadlines
- The prospects of settlement compared with the cost and duration of litigation
- Whether a judgment can be enforced against the opponent
Procedures vary by type of claim and court.
What we need from you to start
- A summary of the dispute and its parties
- Contracts, correspondence and receipts
- Any notices or court papers you received
- Important dates (a hearing or the end of an appeal period)
- What you want to achieve from the dispute
Do not send confidential information before agreeing to engage us; a general summary is enough at the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle cases before all levels of courts?
We represent clients before Egyptian courts at all levels in civil and commercial cases.
Should I file a claim or seek a settlement?
It depends on the strength of the documents, the cost and duration of the dispute and whether a judgment can be enforced. We study your position and recommend the best route.
What should I do if I receive a statement of claim or a court notice?
Do not ignore it, because legal deadlines run from the date of service. Send us the papers immediately so we can review them and decide the appropriate step.
Can a judgment be appealed after it is issued?
Yes, where the law allows an appeal, within deadlines that vary by type of judgment. We review the judgment and tell you whether there are grounds to appeal.
How long does a case take?
The duration varies with the type of claim, the court and the complexity of the dispute, and no fixed period can be promised in advance. We give you an estimate after studying the papers.
How do I start?
Send us a summary of the dispute and photos of the key documents on WhatsApp, and we will reply with an initial assessment and the next steps.
Speak to a litigation lawyer
Send us a summary of the dispute on WhatsApp, and we will reply with the next steps.
ItQan – Advocates and Legal Consultants is a private law firm and is not a government body. This page gives general information and is not legal advice. Last updated: October 2026.
