Legal and financial advisory services at Wakeelak are provided to companies and institutions that need continuous management of legal, tax, and regulatory obligations, or executive support during growth phases, restructuring, or compliance review.
Wakeelak is distinguished by an Integrated Model that combines lawyers, financial consultants, and legal auditors within one system, operating according to compliance and governance standards approved locally and internationally.
Scope of Service
This service covers a wide range of executive fields that form the legal and financial framework of any institution, including:
A service dedicated to companies planning acquisitions, mergers, or new investments — aiming to accurately assess the legal and financial position of the target entity before decision-making.
Includes:
- Analysis of financial records and accounting statements
- Reviewing legal status, intellectual property, and assets
- Examining existing obligations and active contracts
- Preparing a comprehensive risk assessment and recommendation report
These reports are delivered in an executive format that can be officially relied upon in merger or acquisition decisions.
This service is managed within a periodic follow-up system designed to ensure that all company activities and operations comply with current laws and regulations.
Execution mechanism:
- Preparing a register of the company’s legal obligations
- Monitoring renewal dates and periodic reports (commercial, tax, industrial, etc.)
- Continuous review of financial and accounting policies
- Immediate notifications in case of violations or legal changes
All reports are sent to the client monthly, together with a corrective-action plan when required.
This service is provided to companies that regularly deal with local or international parties and need precise drafting aligned with applicable laws.
Contracts include:
- Local and international sale and purchase contracts
- Partnership and commercial agency agreements
- Franchise and trademark-exploitation agreements
- Supply, transportation, and services contracts
- Supply, transportation, and services contracts
Every contract is reviewed by a specialized legal team and prepared according to best institutional-contract drafting practices.
This service aims to build an internal system of policies and procedures that ensures transparency, compliance, and reduces operational and administrative risks.
Services include:
- Preparing internal governance manuals
- Reviewing Board–shareholder relations
- Developing financial disclosure and transparency systems
- Evaluating legal and administrative compliance performance
- Establishing risk identification and management frameworks
- Establishing risk identification and management frameworks
This service is mainly directed to multi-activity and multi-branch organizations.
These services focus on organizing tax and accounting files in accordance with Egyptian and international financial regulations, helping companies avoid violations or penalties.
Services include:
- Tax planning for local and foreign companies
- Preparing and reviewing periodic tax returns
- Financial review of obligations, costs, and accounting operations
- Managing tax files with the Egyptian Tax Authority
- Representing companies before appeal and tax-dispute committees
- Analyzing the impact of new legislation on the company’s financial position
Work is carried out through financial consultants and chartered accountants in coordination with the internal legal department.
This includes studying the legal status of the company and reviewing its internal systems and operational contracts to ensure compliance with Egyptian and international laws.
Services include:
- Reviewing commercial contracts and agreements
- Drafting memorandums of understanding and partnership agreements
- Studying legal risks associated with new activities or investments
- Studying legal risks associated with new activities or investments
- Preparing internal regulations compliant with governance requirements
All consultations are provided through specialized lawyers and consultants in corporate law, contracts, and investment.
Working Methodology
Legal and financial advisory services are managed within an institutional framework consisting of four main stages:| # | Stage | Description | Output | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Current-Status Analysis | Reviewing the company’s current legal and financial position and identifying risk points | Preliminary evaluation report | |
| 2 | Compliance Plan Preparation | Setting an organizational plan and timeline to correct or update the legal and financial position | Approved executive work plan | |
| 3 | Execution and Follow-Up | Implementing procedures with the competent authorities and reviewing results | Monthly follow-up reports | |
| 4 | Periodic Review | Evaluating compliance and legislative updates on an ongoing basis | Quarterly compliance report | |
Required Documents to Start the Service
- A copy of the company bylaws and articles of incorporation
- The latest approved trial balance
- A list of branches and subsidiaries (if any)
- Copies of main commercial contracts
- An official power of attorney authorizing Wakeelak to execute amendments and development plans
Engagement Periods
Wakeelak offers three cooperation models in legal and financial advisory:
Monthly Advisory Contract
Duration:
1–12 months
Contract Type:
Periodic legal and financial follow-up
Monthly Advisory Contract
Duration:
12 months
Contract Type:
Full management of legal and tax files
Project-Based Contract
Duration:
As per project
Contract Type:
Limited-scope project review or setup
Final Deliverables
At the end of each advisory cycle, the client receives:- A comprehensive legal and financial report (Consolidated Advisory Report)
- A legal implementation or correction plan
- Compliance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Certified regulatory-submission files upon request
Sectors Benefiting from the Service
- Holding companies & investment groups
- Banks and financial institutions
- Technology and telecommunications companies
- Real-estate development and contracting companies
- Industrial and medical institutions
- Trade and distribution companies
- Startups with foreign investment