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Provided by Zahaf Law Firm

Zahaf Law Firm offers legal services in Libya, covering corporate and commercial law, investment law, mergers and acquisitions, tax law, banking and finance, labor law, and dispute resolution.

Our key services include:

  • Corporate formation, structuring, and governance.
  • Drafting and negotiating contracts.
  • Assisting foreign investors with project registration and compliance.
  • Handling labor law matters, including employment contracts and dispute resolution.
  • Providing regulatory compliance advice in energy, construction, and investments.
  • Advising on tax implications and corporate financing structures.
  • Representing clients in litigation and arbitration.
  • Managing liquidation processes for foreign entities in Libya.
  • Negotiating and executing administrative contracts with government bodies.
  • Zahaf & Partners Law Firm serves a diverse range of clients, including multinational corporations, financial institutions, foreign investors, government entities, and local businesses.

Zahaf & Partners Law Firm has been at the forefront of handling complex legal matters in Libya. Some of our recent notable cases include:

  • Legal counsel on a €1 billion contract restructuring for a major infrastructure project.
  • Advising on a multimillion-euro environmental compliance project.
  • Managing the liquidation of a multinational corporation’s Libyan branch, including employment and debt recovery matters.
  • Assisting in corporate liquidation processes, offering insight into Libyan commercial regulations.


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General Business Law - Libya

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What the Team is Known For

Zahaf Law Firm is a well-regarded operation which is noted for its comprehensive offering. The team has experience representing clients in Libyan court litigation as well as international arbitration. On the non-contentious side, the firm regularly assists with company registrations and liquidations. Its client roster includes international financial institutions in addition to well-known companies from the energy and aerospace sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Zahaf Law Firm assisted the Libyan branch of Société Générale de Surveillance with its liquidation proceedings, including restructuring and the termination of employment contracts.

Notable Practitioners

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Saleh Zahaf
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Saleh Zahaf is well known for his strong track record of results representing foreign clients in Libyan litigation proceedings. He also assists with incorporations and contractual mandates.

Mahmud Zahaf
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Mahmud Zahaf
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Up and Coming

Mahmud Zahaf is the firm's managing partner. He assists with contractual and employment law cases, as well as advising on disputes. He acts for both domestic and international clients.

Ranked Lawyers at
Zahaf Law Firm

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General Business Law

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Saleh Zahaf
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Mahmud Zahaf
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Mahmud Zahaf
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Up and Coming

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