Ship Arrest & Maritime Disputes · Est. 1988
Maritime & Shipping Lawyers in Egypt — Your Legal Gateway to the Mediterranean, the Red Sea and the Suez Canal.
Soliman Advocates represents shipowners, P&I clubs, insurers, charterers and traders in Egypt’s ports and the Suez Canal — combining deep command of Egyptian maritime courts with international standards of service since 1988.
- 24/7
- Urgent maritime response
- 1988
- Established
Trusted by shipowners, P&I clubs, insurers, charterers and international law firms
1988
Port Tawfik, Suez
About Us
Defending your rights with commitment since 1988.
Soliman Advocates was founded in Suez in 1988 as an Egyptian law firm specializing in maritime law and disputes. From our base in Suez, we represent Egyptian and international maritime interests before the courts and competent authorities across Egypt, including Suez, Alexandria, El Dekheila, Port Said, Damietta, Ain Sokhna, El Adabiya, Safaga and other Egyptian ports.
With years of experience and a proven track record, we approach each case with a strategic mindset and a relentless drive to achieve the best possible outcomes. Our team of dedicated legal professionals is well-prepared to tackle even the most complex legal challenges across the Suez Canal region and beyond.
- Expert legal advice tailored to your needs
- Strong and strategic legal defense
- Egyptian court and port capability across every major maritime hub
- A regional reference point in the Suez Canal area
Practice Areas
Maritime practice areas.
Seven areas of maritime specialization, each built on decades of real Egyptian court and port experience — not generic legal categories.
Ship Arrest, Release & Enforcement in Egypt
Vessel Arrest, Release, Security & Enforcement Before the Egyptian Courts
Learn moreMaritime Collisions & Casualties in Egypt
Maritime Collision, Casualty and Compensation Claims
Learn moreMarine Pollution & Economic Loss Claims in Egypt
Pioneering Marine Pollution and Economic Loss Claims Practice
Learn moreCargo Claims & Protection of Cargo Interests in Egypt
Cargo Detention, Release and Maritime Cargo Claims
Learn moreSalvage, Grounding & Maritime Emergencies in Egypt
Maritime Salvage, Grounding and Urgent Casualty Response
Learn moreShipping, Ro-Ro & Multimodal Transport in Egypt
Shipping Operations, Ro-Ro Services and Multimodal Transport
Learn moreShip Finance, Mortgages & Secured Maritime Claims in Egypt
Protecting and Enforcing the Rights of Banks, Lenders and Ship Mortgagees
Learn moreRelated Practices
Owner Representation & Protection in Egypt
Independent Legal Representation for Shipowners, Operators and Charterers at Egyptian Ports
Customs, Ports & Trade Procedures
Customs valuation, classification and port and free-zone procedures.
Maritime & Cross-Border Tax Matters
VAT, customs duties and tax disputes tied to shipping and trade.
International Trade & Commercial Transactions
International commercial contracts, cross-border transactions and trade compliance.
Marine Insurance
Claims, coverage disputes and recoveries for insurers, shipowners and cargo interests in Egypt.
Offshore, Energy & Marine Projects in Egypt
Offshore Contracts, Marine Construction and Energy Project Support
Seafarers & Maritime Employment in Egypt
Crew Claims, Employment Contracts and Maritime Labour Disputes
Representative Experience
Representative maritime experience, by practice area.
Representative experience across our seven maritime practice areas — from ship arrest to collisions, marine pollution and salvage.
Why Choose Us
Serving the Suez Canal since 1988.
Expert Advice
Receive expert legal advice tailored to your needs, ensuring informed decisions and effective solutions for your legal challenges.
Legal Defense
We provide strong and strategic legal defense to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
Experience Since 1988
Handling ship arrest, release and enforcement matters for shipowners, P&I Clubs and international counsel across Egypt since 1988.
Rapid Response
Positioned on the Suez Canal, we respond to arrests, detentions and canal incidents within hours — not days.
Our People
A dedicated team of legal professionals.
Specialists in maritime and commercial law, admitted before the Egyptian courts.
Usama Soliman
Founder & CEO
Ship Arrest · Cassation
Laila Soliman
Managing Director
Head of International Relations & Business Development
Raneem Soliman
International Affairs & Research
International Affairs · Research & Analysis · Cross-Border Communications
Mohamed Shazly Ismail
Legal Counsel — Customs & Free Zones
Senior Legal Counsel
Yehia Mostafa Mohamed
Head of Tax & Customs in Maritime Disputes
Senior Legal Counsel
Adel Abdelaziz Omar
Legal Counsel — Customs & Maritime Transport
Senior Maritime Counsel
Magdy Mahmoud Moussa
Senior Legal Consultant — Ports & Maritime Regulation
Ports · Maritime Regulation · Port Dues & Services · Administrative & Regulatory Disputes
Yasser Farrag
Legal Counsel — Commercial & Maritime Law
Specialized Lawyer
Abou El-Ela Bedeir Mohamed Shams El-Din
Senior Legal & Marine Insurance Consultant
Marine Insurance · Cargo Insurance · Hull & Machinery · General Average · Subrogation
Knowledge
Latest insights.
Maritime Arbitration in Egypt: Place of Arbitration, Applicable Law and Enforcement
A practical legal guide for shipowners, carriers, charterers, cargo interests and P&I Clubs on maritime arbitration connected with Egypt.
Read articleCompetence-Competence in Maritime Arbitration: Jurisdiction of the Arbitral Tribunal under Egyptian Law
In maritime arbitration, a fundamental preliminary question is whether the arbitral tribunal has jurisdiction to hear and determine the dispute.
Read articleIndependence of the Maritime Arbitration Clause under Egyptian Arbitration Law
Does the invalidity or termination of the underlying maritime contract also invalidate its arbitration clause? Under Egyptian law, the answer is generally no.
Read articleUrgent Maritime Matter in Egypt?
Vessel arrested, casualty occurred, cargo detained, or immediate security required? Contact our maritime team directly.
Contact
Get in touch with our team.
For consultations, urgent ship arrests or any maritime matter, reach us directly by email or phone. Our emergency line is available around the clock.
Main Office
68 El Gueish St., El Didi Building, Port Tawfik, Suez, Egypt
Phone
+20 103 307 3171
Info@solimanadvocates.com.eg
Website
www.solimanadvocates.com
Working Hours
Sunday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday – Saturday by appointment
Email us directly
Send us the details of your matter and we will respond promptly.
Send an EmailInfo@solimanadvocates.com.egEmergency ship arrest line available 24/7