International Arbitration Game Changers

Unbeatable track record
94% success rate in complex and high-value disputes
practices

Dispute Resolution Success at Global Level

Our regional outreach is second to none. We advise clients from over four continents in strategic practice areas.

Our Clients + Partners
Past and Present

"A world-class firm, on par with international law firms. There is no better firm in the Middle East and North Africa region." - Chambers 2023 Client Testimonial

Track Record Superiority. We Work to Win!
Value of Our Current Docket
7.6
billion USD
Remarkable Track Record
94%
success rate
Global reach
4
continents

Leading the MENA Arbitration Market Since
2016

We are constantly looking for stellar talent to join our cosmopolitan and international team.

Build an exceptional career.

Meet Y+P Team

Cosmopolitan, Dynamic, Diverse. A Powerful Force in MENA Arbitration

Karim A. Youssef, J.S.D.

Karim A. Youssef is founder of Youssef + Partners and an international leading figure in dispute resolution. Karim leads the international arbitration and international law practices at the Firm.

Paul J. Neufeld

Paul J. Neufeld is a partner in Youssef + Partners, and his practice is focused on major investment and commercial arbitrations

César R. Ternieden

César R. Ternieden is a partner in Youssef + Partners, and has a range of experience assisting with major investment treaty and commercial arbitration matters.

Check out what our clients & peers have to say.

Egypt's Premier arbitration practice. Regional leaders in dispute resolution
Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2022

Karim is an exceptional lawyer: knowledgeable, a master of strategy, and he thinks light years ahead. Karim is a true arbitration star and is the go-to for big, complicated cases.

Karim Mostafa
CEO, British Columbia Canadian International School

Hands down the best arbitration firm in town.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2021

Clients describe Karim Youssef as ‘the number one arbitration lawyer in Egypt’ and praised as an ‘extremely hands-on’ advisor who ‘gives game-changing strategy’

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2022

Our partnership with Karim and his excellent team was essential to our success, and Karim carried the day.

Legal 500
Egypt Arbitration

Karim Youssef is a leading light in international arbitration and excels in investment treaty matters.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

Karim is a top-notch lawyer who explores many angles to reach the winning strategy. " "He is a very sophisticated individual with strong legal skills and commercial awareness.

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2023

There is no better firm in the Middle East and North Africa region in terms of service, quality, and trust.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

Karim Youssef is held in extremely high regard for his expert handling of investment treaty claims against governments and government entities.

Legal 500
Egypt Arbitration 2022

Youssef & Partners Attorneys is the top arbitration firm in Egypt, according to one client and it ‘always provides correct and honest advice and is well aware of both local and international laws.

Sergio Alcantarilla
Cementos La Union

Simply put, the best law firm for international arbitration in Cairo.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2022

A client praised the team for its extreme attention to detail and its ability to work cohesively and come up with the best strategies to win while also efficiently implementing them.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

César is very knowledgeable, very friendly and easy to work with.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2020

With expertise in international law, he frequently represents clients in multibillion-dollar arbitrations seated around the world. A client was glad to say that Youssef has 'proved to be an effective advocate.'

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

César Ternieden,a US attorney, has a range of experience assisting with major investment treaty and commercial arbitration matters, including in the oil and gas sector.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

They’re very responsive, fast and efficient. They are committed to the success of the matter.

Legal 500
Egypt Arbitration 2022

Starting with Karim A. Youssef and his team, they have all been involved heavily in my case and have given their utmost attention and dedication.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2018

Market sources describe Karim as super-smart, very much at the top of his game. One client added: He’ll be our first choice for any future matter.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

They understand the commercial needs of their clients and deliver commercially focused advice." “A fantastic team and pleasant to work with.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

They are a world-class firm, on par with international law firms. There is no better firm in the Middle East and North Africa region in terms of service, quality, and trust.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2019

One of his clients enthused: He has an incredible knowledge of international law, and his negotiation skills are also impressive.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2020

Karim Youssef is recognized in the market as a top arbitration guy. He has an impressive, region-spanning practice.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2020

The firm often works as co-counsel alongside major international law firms. One client found the team to be very sophisticated, knowledgeable about international law.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

Karim Youssef is a heavyweight arbitration lawyer with extensive experience acting on multibillion-dollar claims. As counsel he represents an enviable client list, which features numerous well-known international companies.

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2023

I was very impressed with the team. Their knowledge of the law is excellent and their strategic insights were really valuable. They made huge contributions to the success of the case.

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2023

It is a very powerful team that investigates matters in advance before taking the case to evaluate the merits of the case and the probability of success.

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2022

Honestly, there is no other legal office to go to in Egypt for large and complex cases that require close follow-up and detailed work.

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2023

You get your value for money… They are a fantastic team and pleasant to work with.

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2023

Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very strong. They have good connections and are strong in strategy and in their verbal ability to beat the other party.

Who's Who Legal
Arbitration Thought Leader, 2019

Karim A. Youssef is “highly professional and a pleasure to work with” according to clients. Praised for his “excellent analytical skills”, he is a “leading counsel in the MENA region."

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2023

One client describes Karim as "a true star of arbitration and the go-to lawyer for big, complicated cases

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2023

Karim is a global leader in arbitration, and one of the region’s top litigators. He is the only Middle east and North Africa-based practitioner on par with international law firms.

Chambers & Partners
Chambers Global Guide 2022

Truly, the team at Youssef & Partners is one of the most impressive I have ever dealt with.

Who's Who Legal
Arbitration Thought Leader, 2023

‘Karim A. Youssef “has a deep knowledge of arbitration,” and “is a leading expert in Egypt, especially in terms of strategic expertise and innovation in thinking,”

Client
Chambers Global Guide 2022

He is well known in Egypt as the arbitration man. He is a truly superior litigator and a great strategist.