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Provided by Mohamed El Baghdady
Mohamed’s practice spans a broad range of complex and specialised areas of law, with deep expertise in matters involving white‑collar crime, financial misconduct, cross‑border commercial issues, employment matters, and major energy and infrastructure projects. His work also covers intellectual property issues and international trade mandates, allowing him to support clients across diverse sectors and jurisdictions with both contentious and advisory needs.
2011
→ Egyptian Bar Association - Member
→ European Court of Justice (ECJ) of the International Model of the European Union (European commission "Cairo") (ImEU) – Council Secretariat President
→ Conference on "Child Participation: Together We Decide" held by the UNICEF & Ministry of Family and Population - Committee Member (the conference was attended by H.E. Mr. Claudio Pacifico, the Italian Ambassador in Egypt, Mr. Philippe Duamelle, Representative of UNICEF) in Egypt and Dr. Jaap E. Doek, Judge and former chair of the UN Committee on the Rights of the Children.
2010
→ European Court of Justice (ECJ) of the International Model of the European Union (European Commission "Cairo") (ImEU) Council Secretariat Director
→ European Court of Justice (ECJ) of the International Model of the European Union (Juniors) (European Commission "Cairo") (ImEU) – Council Secretariat Director
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Mohamed is an accomplished legal practitioner with deep expertise across civil, commercial, tax, criminal, real estate, construction, employment, and energy‑related disputes. His practice spans complex litigation, high‑value arbitration, white‑collar crime investigations, corporate advisory work, and cross‑border commercial matters. He is particularly recognised for his strength in tax‑focused dispute resolution and for advising clients on intricate regulatory, compliance, and enforcement challenges.
He is ranked Band 2 by Chambers 2025, which highlights his strong capabilities in contentious tax matters, including handling cases across all levels of the UAE court system and assisting clients in challenging fines imposed by the Federal Tax Authority. Chambers further notes that “Mohamed El Baghdady is a strong tax lawyer with a broad and practical understanding of applicable laws.”
Some of Mohamed's key matters,
→ Advising one of the largest financial institutions on a USD1 billion fraudulent scheme.
→ Advising a governmental authority and a high profile member of the royal family in Dubai on the possible criminal liability arising from fraudulent and embezzlement scheme conducted by a number of high profile employees.
→ Represented the shareholders of a health services company against several criminal cases for fraud and bounced guarantee cheques.
→ Representing one of the largest insurance providers worldwide on a cyber crime action against one of its former employees involving sensitive and confidential information.
→ Represented a government-owned investment body in filing a collective criminal claim along with related civil claims against Investors for Public Funds Embezzlement and Breach of Trust (AED 400 million).
Arabic, English
Tax Team of the Year
Lexis Nexis Middle East Legal Awards
2025
ITR EMEA Awards
Impact Case of the Year - Tax Dispute
2025
Provided by Chambers
Mohamed El Baghdady is well versed in contentious tax work and has overseen cases at all levels of the UAE's court system. He has notable experience assisting clients with challenges against the imposition of fines by the Federal Tax Authority.
Provided by Chambers
He is able to provide solutions and comfort to the client that they are in safe hands. He also has excellent communication skills.
He always provides excellent service, offering thoughtful and strategic advice. His understanding of the legal and commercial side of our business is invaluable, making him a trusted partner.
Mohamed El Baghdady is very dedicated and able to handle complex cases effectively, providing clear guidance.
He is able to provide solutions and comfort to the client that they are in safe hands. He also has excellent communication skills.
He always provides excellent service, offering thoughtful and strategic advice. His understanding of the legal and commercial side of our business is invaluable, making him a trusted partner.
Mohamed El Baghdady is very dedicated and able to handle complex cases effectively, providing clear guidance.