Our Team
Jacqueline Saad
Jacqueline Saad is a seasoned attorney and formerly Executive Partner at a leading Egyptian law firm. Over 29+ years, she has advised on a wide array of corporate, regulatory, and commercial matters – including numerous restructuring mandates – with a primary focus on pharmaceuticals and healthcare, high-net-worth individuals, and the tourism and transportation industries. She also holds expertise in clinical trial law and the registration of pharmaceuticals and medical devices for multinational companies. In January 2026, Jacqueline founded JS Law Firm as Chairwoman.
Experience
Education
- LL.M., International & European Law – Vrije Universiteit Brussel, 2009 (Great Distinction)
- LL.M., International & Comparative Law – American University in Cairo, 2006
- LL.B. – Ain Shams University, 2004
- B.A., Business Administration – Helwan University, 1998
Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year, Life Sciences & Pharma – Legalcommunity MENA Awards, 2025
- Ranked, Venture Capital – Chambers & Partners Global Guide, 2023–2025
- Corporate Practice Head – Legal 500 EMEA, 2024
- Lead Partner, Commercial, Corporate & M&A – Legal 500 EMEA, 2015, 2020, 2021
Affiliations & Languages
- Arab Lawyers' Union
- Italian Chamber of Commerce
- German Chamber of Commerce (AHK)
- Arabic (Native), English (Fluent)
Awards & Recognitions
“Jacqueline Saad is always available to accommodate us and help us in every situation.”Client Testimonial, Legal 500 EMEA, 2024
Maha Jüstel
Maha Jüstel leads JS Law Firm's German Desk & International Business Advisory, supporting German, European, and international clients across their business activities in Egypt. She specializes in cross-border corporate law, market entry, and international commercial transactions. As a German-qualified lawyer admitted to the Berlin Bar, she bridges European legal standards with ten years of deep operational experience in the Egyptian market.
Before joining JS Law Firm, Maha served as Head of Legal at the German-Arab Chamber of Industry & Commerce (AHK Egypt), where she guided German and international companies through market entry and strategic business expansion. In her prior tenure as Counsel at a top-tier Cairo law firm, she focused on complex international commercial arbitration.
View the German Desk →Bars & Courts
- Rechtsanwältin, Berlin Bar (Germany)
Education
- First State Exam – Humboldt University of Berlin
- Second State Exam – Higher Regional Court of Berlin
- SWA Tax & Business Academy, Berlin
- LL.M. – American University in Cairo
Publications
- “Egypt” Chapter, Energy Disputes – GTDT, 2018, co-authored with others
Languages
- German
- English
- Arabic (Business Fluent)
Dr. Kareem Issa
Dr. Kareem Issa is a bilingual legal professional with more than 17 years of experience in corporate in-house and law firm practice across Egypt and the UAE, specializing in drilling rig agreements, mud logging and barge master contracts, corporate administration, internal investigations, and litigation management for the energy sector.
View the Oil & Gas practice →Career Profile
Education
- Ph.D. in Commercial Law – Cairo University, 2025 (Assignment & Termination in Oil and Gas Concession Agreements)
- M.A., International Legal Commercial Transactions & Logistics – Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, 2014
- LL.B. (English Section) – Cairo University, 2005
Practice Areas
- Drilling Rig & Services Agreements
- Corporate Administration & Board Secretary
- Internal Investigations
- Litigation Management
- Aircraft Finance
Languages & Certificates
- Arabic (Native), English (IELTS 6.5), Russian (Basic)
- TOLES Certificate, Foundation Level, 2016
- Sports Arbitrator Qualification – Centre for Settlement & Arbitration of Sports, 2018
Ayman El Gabbas
Ayman El Gabbas is Counsel at JS Law Firm, specializing in civil and criminal litigation before the Egyptian courts. His practice covers complex disputes involving bribery and public funds, tax and customs evasion, supply and petroleum matters, as well as civil disputes relating to sale contracts, property registration, possession and ownership.
Ayman brings extensive litigation experience together with a strategic approach to case assessment, procedural planning and legal drafting. He has handled complex matters involving multiple legal and factual issues and has experience coordinating with courts, prosecution offices and judicial authorities.
Career Profile
Education
- LL.B. – Ain Shams University, 2013
Certifications & Memberships
- Corporate Law Diploma, accredited by the Ministry of Investment
Practice Areas
- Civil & Criminal Litigation
- Tax & Customs Evasion
- Commercial Disputes
- Bribery & Public Funds Cases
Professional Strengths
- Litigation Strategy – strategic case assessment, risk positioning and procedural planning
- Legal Drafting – pleadings, motions, contracts and legal opinions
- Complex Disputes – handling multi-layered legal and factual issues
- Judicial Advocacy – coordination with courts, prosecution offices and judicial authorities
- Client Advisory – strategic litigation forecasting and outcome-focused advice
- Case Management – effective supervision of legal teams and case workflows
Mahmood Abohamed
Mahmood Abohamed is a bilingual commercial attorney supporting the firm's corporate practice. He drafts, negotiates, and optimizes contracts across compliance and risk mitigation, and has advised on dispute resolution, governmental liaison, foreign exchange matters, and labor and social insurance compliance for in-house and outside clients alike.
Career Profile
Education
- LL.B. (English Section) – Tanta University, Faculty of Law, 2018
- Professional Diploma, Legal & UN Translation – AUC School of Continuing Education, 2023–2025
- Master's Degree in IP (Pursuing) – National Institute for Intellectual Property, Helwan University, expected 2027
Certificates & Courses
- Lawyer of the Court of First Instance – Egyptian Bar Association, 2025
- TOLES Advanced – Cambridge Law Studio, London, 2023
- Foundation Certificate in Translation & Interpreting – AUC, 2023
- Contract Drafting Professional Course – MPL Legal Academy, 2022
- Trademarks & Industrial Designs – NAL Academy, 2024
Languages
- Arabic & English (Fluent, Advanced Legal English)
- French & German (Basic)