Inji FATHALLA

Overview
As Counsel, Inji is a key member of Shahid Law Firm’s International Business and Dispute Resolution teams, where she plays a vital role in managing a diverse international commercial practice. Her extensive experience includes handling cases under prominent institutional rules such as the ICC, ICSID, UNCITRAL, and CRCICA, showcasing her expertise in navigating complex legal frameworks.
Inji's advisory capabilities span a wide range of industries, including energy, oil and gas, transportation, intellectual property, construction and hotel management. She provides clients with legal solutions addressing their specific needs and challenges, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations while effectively managing risks.
Her proficiency in complex international commercial and investment arbitration is notable, as she has successfully represented a variety of international companies in disputes involving natural resources and commercial agreements.
Background
Inji is a Delegate to the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR. She regularly publishes articles in various areas of Egyptian and international law and is a regular panelist. Inji sits as an arbitrator.
Inji holds an LL.B. from Cairo University, French section; an LL.M. in public international law from Leiden University and a Masters 1 in International Business Law. She is also a member of the Egyptian Bar and is a CEDR accredited mediator.
Rankings
Inji has also been recently ranked as a “Next Generation Partner” in The Legal 500 EMEA 2023 and 2024 in the Arbitration practice. She was also recognized by the Association of Young Arbitrators (AYA) as one of Africa’s 50 Most Promising Young Arbitration Practitioners in 2020.
“Recently promoted counsel Inji Fathalla has a strong track record on international commercial disputes, while also working on matters in the energy, IP and construction sectors.” Legal 500, EMEA 2023 Arbitration
“Inji has an Excellent arbitration lawyer and is certainly one to watch” Legal 500, EMEA 2019 Arbitration 2019