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Mahmud Zahaf

Mahmud Zahaf

Global 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

As the Managing Partner of Zahaf & Partners Law Firm, Mr. Mahmud is a leading expert in Libyan business law. With extensive experience advising multinational corporations, financial institutions, and government entities, he specializes in corporate and commercial law, investment law, mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance. He has successfully led major legal projects, including advising SGS - Société Générale de Surveillance SA, Oilinvest, Daewoo E&C, Hashoo Group, Ferrero International S.A., UniCredit S.p.A, and WeBuild S.p.A. His strategic legal counsel has played a critical role in complex cross-border transactions, regulatory matters, and high-profile negotiations, ensuring seamless operations for clients navigating Libya’s dynamic legal landscape.

Professional Memberships

Libyan Bar Association

Libyan British Business Council

Libyan American Chamber of Commerce

Education

University of Buckingham, UK

Bachelor of Laws LLB

Languages Spoken

English

Arabic

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

General Business Law - Libya

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

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

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Mahmud Zahaf is intelligent and bright. He has a can-do attitude and tries to simplify complexities for clients.

    General Business LawChambers Global Guide
  • Mahmud is a great professional and he is always available to meet my requests. There is no occasion when he is not ready to meet our needs and his preparation is always of the highest level.

    General Business LawChambers Global Guide

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Libya

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