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Africa to Asia: Legal Narratives of Change and Continuity
This Edition of Law Update, From Africa to Asia: Legal Narratives of Change and Continuity, takes you on a journey through dynamic markets.
Africa is undergoing a tech-driven transformation, overcoming regulatory challenges while its startup ecosystem thrives. India’s legal framework is evolving rapidly, keeping pace with its expanding economy and diverse business environment.
We also dive into China’s regulatory shifts, particularly how they are shaping investments in the MENA region, and explore Korea’s innovative global partnerships, which are driving advancements in industries across the UAE and beyond.
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Omar Mukhtar
Associate
Biography
Omar is an associate in the firm’s Dispute Resolution team. He is qualified to practice in Egypt and has experience in advising on various spectrums of the legal field including Arbitration, Litigation, Competition and Anti-trust matters in Egypt.
Omar built his experience working on complex arbitration matters and arbitration related court proceedings as he contributed to several matters involving Construction, Shareholders and Commercial disputes.
In addition to his arbitration experience, Omar is well versed in litigations spanning the economic, commercial, administrative, civil and criminal spectrum before Egyptian Courts. He also advises on competition and anti-trust matters which includes handling M&As notification forms before the Egyptian Competition Authority (ECA).
Prior to joining the private practice, Omar was working as a deputy public prosecutor at the attorney’s general office. During his time at the public prosecution, Omar had the chance to navigate through and handle complex criminal law cases starting from investigating the case until assuring a rightful conviction before the court in order to uphold the rights of victims and the rule of law.
Recent Experience
- Acting for a leading chemical company in a multimillion construction arbitration under CRCICA Rules.
- Representing a French Company for manufacturing of oil and gas drilling machinery in the enforcement of a USD 5,000,000 ICC Award in Egypt.
- Acting for a tycoon in the farming sector in a commercial distribution arbitration under CRCICA Rules.
- Advising on recent updates occurring in Egypt regarding Sports disputes and the effect of the Supreme Constitutional Court rulings on the Egyptian Sports Settlement and Arbitration Centre (ESSAC).
- Representing a leading Italian automotive company in relation to a merger control notification before the Egyptian Competition Authority.
- Acting for a major Chinese manufacturer in relation to trademark infringement disputes before Economic Courts.
- Representing a major multinational shipping company in several maritime disputes.
Language(s)
- Arabic
- English
Education
2020 – Bachelors of Law, Ain Shams University
Admission
2020 – Practice in Egypt
Practice(s)
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