Al Majidi Law Firm

19/03/2026

Eid Mubarak! Wishing you and your loved ones prosperity, success, and continued growth.

13/03/2026

في ظل التطورات الجيوسياسية الجارية في الشرق الأوسط، بما في ذلك التوترات المرتبطة بإيران والولايات المتحدة وإسرائيل، يظل السؤال الأهم بالنسبة للمستثمرين هو: أين تتجه الاستثمارات بأمان؟

مصر تواصل ترسيخ مكانتها كوجهة استثمارية مستقرة، مدعومة ببنية تشريعية متطورة، وضمانات قانونية واضحة لحماية الاستثمارات الأجنبية، واتفاقيات دولية متعددة لحماية وتشجيع الاستثمار، بالإضافة إلى موقع استراتيجي يجعلها مركزًا إقليميًا للأعمال. الإطار القانوني المصري يوفر حماية ضد نزع الملكية دون تعويض عادل، ويكفل حرية تحويل الأرباح، ويتيح آليات فعالة لتسوية المنازعات، بما في ذلك التحكيم.

في أوقات عدم اليقين، تبحث رؤوس الأموال عن الأنظمة القانونية المستقرة والأسواق الكبيرة والفرص طويلة الأجل ومصر تقدم هذه المعادلة بثقة.

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Amid the ongoing geopolitical developments in the Middle East, including tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, investors naturally ask: where can capital move safely?

Egypt continues to position itself as a stable and strategic investment destination, supported by a modern legislative framework, clear legal guarantees for foreign investors, multiple bilateral investment treaties, and a strategic geographic location serving as a regional business hub. Egyptian law provides protection against expropriation without fair compensation, guarantees profit repatriation, and offers reliable dispute resolution mechanisms, including arbitration.

In times of uncertainty, capital seeks legal stability, market depth, and long-term opportunity, and Egypt offers that equation with confidence.

13/03/2026

Protecting Intellectual Property in Egypt: A Critical Step for Businesses

As the Egyptian market continues to grow and attract international companies, protecting intellectual property, especially trademarks, has become more important than ever.
Many international brands operate and sell their products in Egypt. However, the size and diversity of the market have also led to an increase in counterfeit products being sold under imitated or misleading trademarks. This not only harms brand reputation but also affects consumer trust and fair competition.
It is important to note that trademark rights are territorial. This means that registering a trademark in another country does not automatically provide protection in Egypt. To ensure full legal protection, trademarks must be registered locally in Egypt.
Once registered, trademark owners can take legal action against infringers, including filing official complaints and initiating legal proceedings against parties that counterfeit or misuse their trademarks.
For companies entering or already operating in Egypt, proactive trademark registration and enforcement are essential steps to safeguard brand identity and maintain market integrity.



حماية الملكية الفكرية في مصر: خطوة أساسية للشركات

مع اتساع السوق المصري وجاذبيته المتزايدة للشركات الدولية، أصبحت حماية الملكية الفكرية – وخاصة العلامات التجارية – ضرورة ملحة لأي شركة تسعى للعمل أو التوسع داخل مصر.
فمع وجود العديد من العلامات التجارية العالمية التي تبيع منتجاتها في السوق المصري، ظهرت في المقابل ظاهرة انتشار المنتجات المقلدة التي تُطرح تحت علامات مشابهة أو مقلدة، الأمر الذي قد يضر بسمعة العلامة التجارية ويؤثر على ثقة المستهلكين ويخل بمبدأ المنافسة العادلة.
ومن المهم الإشارة إلى أن حقوق العلامات التجارية ذات طبيعة إقليمية، أي أن تسجيل العلامة التجارية في دولة أخرى لا يمنحها حماية تلقائية داخل مصر. وللحصول على الحماية القانونية الكاملة، يجب تسجيل العلامة التجارية محليًا في مصر.
ويتيح تسجيل العلامة التجارية لصاحبها اتخاذ الإجراءات القانونية ضد من يقومون بتقليدها أو استخدامها دون وجه حق، بما في ذلك تحرير المحاضر واتخاذ الإجراءات القانونية اللازمة ضد المخالفين.
لذلك، فإن تسجيل العلامات التجارية في مصر ومواجهة التعديات عليها قانونيًا يمثلان خطوة أساسية لحماية العلامة التجارية وضمان بيئة تجارية سليمة في السوق المصري.

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28/02/2026

More Moroccan companies are starting to explore Egypt as their next strategic market, and one question keeps coming up:

“How can we expand into Egypt safely and efficiently?”

With a market of over 110 million consumers and a growing regional role, Egypt is becoming a natural destination for Moroccan businesses looking to scale beyond their home market.

However, successful expansion is not only about opportunity, it is about structure, legal clarity, and proper planning.

In our latest article, we explore:
• Why Egypt is attracting Moroccan investors
• Key legal steps for market entry
• Common challenges companies face
• How to expand with confidence

Building stronger business bridges between Morocco and Egypt creates real opportunities for both markets.

Read the full article here: https://almajidilaw.com/why-moroccan-companies-are-expanding-into-egypt/

Discover why Moroccan companies are expanding into Egypt and learn the legal steps for safe market entry, company formation, and trademark protection.

28/02/2026

🇲🇦 🇪🇬 Pourquoi de plus en plus d’entreprises marocaines s’intéressent-elles au marché égyptien ?

Lors de mes échanges récents avec des entrepreneurs et dirigeants marocains, une question revient souvent :

« Comment s’implanter en Égypte de manière sécurisée et efficace ? »

Avec plus de 110 millions de consommateurs et une position régionale en forte croissance, l’Égypte devient une destination naturelle d’expansion pour les entreprises marocaines.

Cependant, les projets d’expansion ne ralentissent pas par manque d’opportunités, mais par manque de visibilité juridique.

En tant que Business Development au sein d’un cabinet d’avocats égyptien spécialisé dans la création de sociétés et l’enregistrement des marques, notre mission est d’accompagner les entreprises marocaines avec clarté et sécurité.

Nous accompagnons notamment sur :
• Création de sociétés et filiales en Égypte
• Protection et enregistrement des marques
• Coordination juridique transfrontalière
• Conseil juridique pour l’entrée sur le marché

Au-delà des services, l’objectif est de renforcer les passerelles économiques entre le Maroc et l’Égypte.

Au plaisir d’échanger avec vous.

20/02/2026

Al Majidi Wishes you a blessed Ramadan filled with peace, purpose, and meaningful connections.

13/02/2026

We are proud to share an exciting milestone for Al Majidi.

A strategic collaboration between Al Majidi Law Firm and a leading Chinese intellectual property law firm, strengthening cross-border legal cooperation between Egypt and China.

Under this partnership, Al Majidi will act as the local strategic partner in Egypt, supporting the Chinese law firm and its clients with on-the-ground legal expertise, regulatory insight, and market guidance.

This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to delivering comprehensive legal solutions in intellectual property protection, enforcement, and commercialization. Bridging two dynamic markets and creating greater value for businesses expanding across borders.

We look forward to supporting innovation, protecting rights, and fostering stronger legal and commercial ties between Egypt and China.

09/01/2026

Corporate Governance: Appointment of Directors & Control of Their Authority
In corporate governance, the appointment of directors is a legal act with long-term governance consequences, not a procedural formality.
Directors derive their authority strictly from statute, the company’s constitutional documents, and valid board or shareholder resolutions. Any defect in appointment or excess in authority exposes the company to regulatory risk, unenforceable transactions, and governance failures.
Key legal principles to keep in focus:
▪ Validity of Appointment
Directors must be appointed in strict compliance with company law, articles of association, and shareholder agreements. Ineligible or improperly appointed directors can invalidate board actions.
▪ Collective Authority of the Board
As a rule, directors act collectively. Individual directors have no inherent power to bind the company unless authority is expressly delegated.
▪ Limits on Delegation
Delegation of powers must be documented, lawful, and subject to board oversight. Ultimate responsibility remains with the board, even where powers are delegated to managing directors or committees.
▪ Statutory & Regulatory Constraints
Related-party transactions, borrowings, guarantees, and asset disposals are tightly regulated and often require board or shareholder approval.
▪ Checks, Balances & Independence
Independent directors and board committees are not symbolic—they are legal safeguards against concentration of power and conflicts of interest.
▪ Accountability & Remedies
Directors remain subject to fiduciary duties, removal mechanisms, and civil or criminal liability for breach of duty or abuse of authority.
Effective corporate governance is not about limiting leadership, it is about legally structuring authority, enforcing accountability, and protecting stakeholder interests.
Good governance is built on clarity, not control.

03/01/2026

A new year begins, bringing fresh opportunities, stronger partnerships, and continued growth.

27/12/2025

Corporate Governance Spotlight: Minority Shareholder Rights in Egypt
One of the most overlooked corporate governance challenges in Egyptian corporations, especially family-owned and closely held companies is the failure to adequately protect minority shareholders’ rights.
In practice, this often appears through:
▪ Dominance of majority or family shareholders
▪ Related-party transactions without proper disclosure
▪ Unfair dividend policies
▪ Capital increases leading to unjustified dilution
▪ Limited access to corporate information
While Egyptian Companies Law No. 159 of 1981 and Capital Market Law No. 95 of 1992 provide legal safeguards, weak implementation and governance culture gaps continue to expose companies to disputes, regulatory risks, and loss of investor confidence.
🛡️ Strong minority protection is not just a legal obligation, it is a strategic advantage that enhances transparency, attracts investment, and supports long-term sustainability.
Companies that move beyond formal compliance and adopt genuine governance practices position themselves for growth, funding, and regional expansion.
👉 Read the full article on our website: https://almajidilaw.com/failure-to-protect-minority-shareholders-rights-in-egyptian-corporations/

Explore key corporate governance risks affecting minority shareholders in Egyptian companies and how Egyptian law addresses minority shareholder protection.

23/12/2025

Fraud and Corruption: The Hidden Cost of Poor Corporate Governance

Weak corporate governance is one of the primary enablers of fraud and corruption within organizations.
When boards fail to exercise proper oversight, internal controls are ineffective, and accountability mechanisms are absent, companies become vulnerable to:
▪️ Financial fraud and embezzlement
▪️ Bribery and conflicts of interest
▪️ Misuse of corporate assets
Beyond financial losses, governance failures expose companies to severe legal, regulatory, and reputational risks, often with long-term consequences that are difficult to reverse.
Strong corporate governance is not a formality; it is a critical safeguard for transparency, integrity, and sustainable growth.
- Clear oversight
- Robust internal controls
- Ethical leadership
These are no longer optional, they are essential.

12/12/2025

Egypt VAT 2025: Key Changes Every Business Must Know
I’ve just published a detailed article covering the major VAT updates in Egypt for 2025, including the new ETA guidance, the shift of contracting services to the 14% standard VAT rate, and the latest rules for digital and cross-border supplies.
These updates impact pricing, invoicing, contract structures, and compliance for companies across multiple sectors, especially construction, contracting, technology, and international services.
If you want a clear breakdown of what changed, what the ETA now requires, and how your business should prepare, you can read the full analysis here:
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If you have questions about how these changes affect your industry or contracts, feel free to reach out.