A ‘practical, solution-seeking and professional' team, Al Tamimi & Company is a one-stop shop for the full gamut of commercial and corporate work, handling landmark M&A and joint venture mandates, as well as advising on corporate structuring and restructuring projects and contractual advisory matters. Samer Qudah and Nicholas Watson, who was a new arrival from Trowers & Hamlins LLP in January 2023, jointly head the practice. Izabella Szadkowska is noted for her 'amazing judgement and decision-making skills', and is predominantly active on foreign investment regime and cross-border issues and Richard Catling is well regarded for his wide sector engagement, acting for leading retail, education, consumer and investment players. Associate Gulsun Ozmen is also noted. Suhail Mirza  joined from Gowling WLG in January 2023.

A&O Shearman handles a range of blockbuster M&A deals in a number of different sectors, including landmark healthcare mergers, significant real estate property sales, and seismic deals between leading energy players. The team also acts for a number of enviable clients on commercial issues including antitrust, corporate governance, and restructurings. David Foster is highly respected and has recently advised on significant work pertaining to the energy, TMT, aerospace and defence sectors. Nicholas Stuart is well regarded for his corporate expertise, overseeing a number of disposals, joint ventures and equity capital market transactions in the Middle East and further afield. Tom Butcher is highly active a key figure for TMT-related mandates, often working in tandem with Ben Ward.

Clifford Chance has an impressive track record in big-ticket transactions in the region, often working with leading Middle Eastern investors and corporates in deals involving asset managers and private equity players. Healthcare, energy and infrastructure are just a few of the sectors the team has been active in, with the group frequently working with the firm’s banking and finance, real estate, and funds teams on the region’s most complex deals. Mohammed Al-Shukairy has handled major M&A deals for financial services and energy clients and Mike Taylor is a key point of contact for equity investments and joint ventures. Jason Mendens has expertise in capital raisings and structured finance transactions and Daud Khan has handled several recent healthcare and infrastructure deals. Deniz Tas is also noted and senior associate Rizwan Butt has shown notable activity across a broad range of matters. Daniel Boyle left the firm.

A team that approaches challenging deals with 'rigor, thought, and creativity', White & Case LLP handles several of the most significant transactions in the region, including major healthcare disposals., landmark energy acquisitions, and a range of premium equity investments by domestic and international funds. Abdulwahid Alulama is highly adept at complex cross-border transactions, active across sectors including energy, real estate and financial services, and Steven Worthington stands out for his knowledge and understanding of an array of jurisdictions. Marcus Booth is often engaged with top-end private equity entities for all forms of corporate and commercial work and Sami Al-Louzi lends extensive financing and capital markets knowledge to a number of transactions. Sonia Abdul-Rahman is the go-to in the group for traditional and renewable energy work and Fraser Galloway is reputed for his wide sector activity.

Akin acts for an impressive array of sovereign wealth funds, financial institutions and the market's most active investors on premium, multibillion-dollar M&A, joint venture and commercial mandates. The firm has an 'excellent team that works seamlessly across various jurisdictions’, leveraging vast expertise across the Middle East and abroad to handle complex transactions in the energy and infrastructure, healthcare, defence, hospitality and retail sectors - among others. On the ground in the UAE, Wael Jabsheh heads the group and handles the practice's most consequential transactions, utilising his leading expertise in digital assets and cryptocurrency to competently advise on tech-related aspects of deals. Simon Rootsey - who relocated from London in 2023 - largely focuses on cross-border M&A and private equity, with extensive experience in joint ventures and public takeovers. Associate Mazen Baddar is quickly building an impressive portfolio of deals due to high levels of activity across a range of sectors.

Baker McKenzie LLP has a strong reputation for commercial and corporate advice in the UAE, with a wide sector reach that includes energy and infrastructure, healthcare, education and consumer goods. The firm regularly acts on takeovers, joint ventures and restructuring for high-end strategic investment vehicles, asset managers, established corporates and start-ups. Osama Audi heads the group, providing a wealth of venture capital and investment fund expertise and experience in a number of different sectors and jurisdictions. Hani Naja largely focuses on corporate structuring and market entry issues as well as providing commercial advice, often supported by counsel Laya Aoun Hani. Both Abeer Jarrar and Adnan Doha are revered for their cross-border practice, and Stephanie Samuell was promoted to partner in July 2023. Counsel Grace Ong has provided additional support on several key mandates. Omar Momany left the firm.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton has a strong bench of practitioners who can competently advise on a range of corporate matters, including major transactions for sovereign wealth funds and investment firms. Energy matters are a key cornerstone of the group's impressive workload, but the team's book of work also includes deals involving household chemical, distribution, manufacturing and tech names, as well as an array of commercial instructions. Chris Macbeth and Gamal Abouali jointly head the group, with both practitioners revered for their M&A and private equity expertise, regularly working on cross-border and multi-jurisdictional transactions. Lynn Ammar is a key name for capital markets and restructurings mandates and is also a go-to for energy projects and Mikhail Suvorov is particularly proficient at joint ventures and transactional work involving emerging markets. Scott Senecal left the firm.

Frequently sought out by high-end corproates and state-backed entities for its expansive cross-border offering, Clyde & Co LLP acts on a range of M&A, corporate structuring transactions, and regulatory and legislative matters, as well as having notable specialism in transactional advisory and foreign direct investment mandates, areas where Ben Smith is active. Practice head Naji Hawayek is a key figure for deals involving the healthcare sector. Roshanak Bassiri Gharb is chiefly recognised for her strong work in insurance, financial services, and foreign investment, and has considerable regulatory knowledge. Ross Barfoot left the firm.

Hadef & Partners LLC specialises in share and purchase sales, private equity funds and investments, joint ventures and partnerships, as well as legal due diligence. Yasser Omar 'has the ability to understand the scope of deals and deliver quality service', with activity in high-end M&A alongside complex and multi-faceted distribution, agency and supply contracts. Ahmad Sergieh handles a varied workload but has recently been kept busy handling finance and hospitality work and Victoria Woods is a popular choice for both domestic and international clients, where she advises on premium cross-border transactions and commercial advisory work. M&A and private equity specialists Patrick Tweedale and Paul Wynne have wide sector experience, including technology and pharmaceuticals. Senior associate Diana Froyland provides support on a wide range of mandates.

Linklaters handles work for clients including sovereign wealth funds, financial sponsors and premium corporates and the team regularly handles standout M&A transactions and top-quality commercial advisory work. The firm has seen a recent uptick in energy and infrastructure deals, as well as outbound investment by key clients. Scott Campbell has a well-established practice assisting top-end clients with complex cross-border transactions. Nicholas Edwards is active in private M&A and joint ventures and is a key port of call for domestic and international clients as they look to form partnerships. Patrick Sutton-Mattocks stand outs within a team of talented juniors for his high level of activity, supporting on a range of M&A, equity raisings and joint venture deals. Waleed Rasromani and Amro Bakhaidar are key names for deals with a nexus to Saudi Arabia.

The 'cohesive, well managed, thoughtful, experienced and consistent' team at Norton Rose Fulbright attracts instructions from regional government entities, sovereign wealth funds, and established industry names. The group handles a considerable volume of big ticket M&A and cross-border investment deals, alongside excellent corporate restructuring and joint venture work. Practice head Adjou Ait Ben Idir has a core focus on M&A in the energy, infrastructure, aviation and fintech sectors. The 'excellent' Zubair Mir is lauded for his ability 'to find commercial solutions to the most complex issues' and is well regarded for his strength in private equity. Kayaan Unwalla's strong understanding of defence and technological developments is of great benefit to clients in a range of sectors and Jonathan Burton is particularly accomplished at strategic joint ventures and foreign direct investment mandates. Shahrzad Askarpour is noted for her involvement in commercial and corporate matters.

Baker Botts L.L.P. has a considerable corporate offering, acting on a wide array of sectors for blue-chip and high-end clients on M&A and joint venture transactions and also demonstrating established commercial capabilities, especially in the franchising sector. The group's strong links with its office in Saudi Arabia also allows the firm to act on substantial cross-border deals. Mark Bisch and Haitham Hawashin are the practice heads. Omar Iqbal joined the firm from Baker McKenzie LLP in 2023 to further bolster the team. Senior counsel Hassan Elsayed and associate Mohammed Tatir provide additional support.

Bird & Bird is regularly entrusted by public and private bodies and government entities on some of the largest developments and projects in the region, utilising formidable commercial capabilities to act on a range of contractual, regulatory, compliance and technological instructions - among others. On the corporate side, the firm has a strong track record in M&A, corporate restructuring, and joint ventures. The practice is jointly led by Anders Nilsson, who handles the corporate side, and Melissa Murray, who oversees commercial matters. Both partners have considerable market experience and act for a range of premium domestic and international clients. Senior associate Surabhi Singhi is another figure of note, and supported on a range of departmental mandates.

 

A ‘great team with unique and valuable insight on local practice and law’, Dentons is active in the full range of corporate deals in the region and acts for clients in a range of sectors, including energy, TMT, healthcare and real estate. Cross-border transactions are a key strength of the team and it is able to draw on the firm’s offices across the wider Middle East. The ‘superb‘ group head Iain Black stands out for his M&A and joint venture practice and David McGrory provides extensive counsel to clients engaged in the fintech, spacetech, renewables, aerospace and healthcare industries. Senior legal consultant Catherine Beckett and associate Kislay Kumar have also been active on an array of mandates. Ross Barfoot and Stephen McKenna were new arrivals in February 2024.

DLA Piper advises a range of different clients including financial institutions, start-ups, established corporates, and international investors on domestic and cross-border mandates. There is clear specialism in the life sciences, tech and healthcare sectors, and the group works closely with its IP colleagues to handle complex, multi-faceted matters. Will Seivewright is the leading name in the practice and handles the full array of corporate and commercial issues. Thérèse Abou-Zeid lends trusted counsel to clients engaged in regional and international M&A deals, and is particularly noted for her proficiency in the education space. Richard Hughes has recently handled matters relating to the cosmetics, media and sports, and healthcare industries.

The team at Eversheds Sutherland LLP works with both established businesses and new market entrants and has the resources to competently handle corporate and commercial instructions, demonstrating notable specialism in the pharmaceutical, oil and gas, and automotive sectors. In addition, the team also assists with commercial contracts, often drafting high-value, long-term strategic arrangements for private and public sector bodies. Geraldine Ahern, who heads the firm's Middle East commercial practice, is proficient across regulatory and contractual matters and competition law. Zeid Hanania focuses on M&A, joint ventures and private equity, and has experience advising on high-value cross-border transactions; he is routinely supported by principal associate Steve Jennings who has previously worked in-house at ADNOC.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP acts for a host of large-cap sponsors, corporates and public sector bodies on complex, cross-border M&A and commercial mandates, increasingly engaging with a wealth of instructions originating from Saudi Arabia. Chris Walters is an experienced practitioner, who is particularly noted for his work in the energy, infrastructure and TMT sectors, often acting as investor-side counsel. Anna Szynlder is well positioned to advise private equity outfits and sovereign wealth groups on transactions across the region. Andrew El-Khoury is a key supporting presence on a number of practice mandates.

King & Spalding LLP advises on a broad array of corporate and commercial matters, with the team active in standout M&A and joint venture deals. The firm often works with top-end clients from a variety of sectors including healthcare, real estate, construction, technology, and financial services, and leverages its large network of practitioners across the region to handle complex deals. Practice head Nabil Issa divides his time between the UAE and Saudi Arabia and assists investment funds and corporates on transactions. James Stull is another funds specialist and excels in advising on the set up of asset managers and regulated entities in the region. Macky O’Sullivan is noted for his technological expertise and is adept in issues concerning blockchain, cryptocurrency and fintech. Simon Fraser and Matt Hartsuyker were new arrivals in late 2023.

Latham & Watkins LLP regularly acts on cutting-edge corporate and commercial mandates and has a strong track record working with domestic and international venture capital investors and emerging growth companies. Christopher Lester is a key name for M&A, joint venture and restructuring mandates. Eyad Latif has particular expertise advising venture capital and private equity funds and Omar Maayeh has substantial transactional know-how, and is especially strong in regard to the technology venture capital space.

A key point of differentiation for the team at Pinsent Masons LLP is its expertise in corporate restructuring and the team has handled landmark cases of this nature in the UAE, particularly in the healthcare space. The group also acts on a range of cross-sector M&A, as well as a wide array of commercial issues. Mohammad Tbaishat is the standout adviser in the practice and excels in public and private M&A, acting for sovereign wealth funds and private equity firms on domestic and cross-border transactions. Senior associate Christopher Neal has a strong understanding of the manufacturing, technology and energy sectors and senior associate Alexandra Aikman and associate Kate Iliff are principally engaged with commercial instructions, especially contractual issues and corporate restructurings. Senior associate Nathalia Elhage is also noted.

Addleshaw Goddard‘s team is well versed in cross-border M&A, joint ventures, and restructuring and also handles commercial matters. The team has strong sector expertise in education, retail and consumer, real estate and transport, and also acts for private equity entities. Andrew Johnston has particular strength in cross-border transactions and Lowri Llwyd is a key contact for retail, TMT and education clients. Owen Richards has recently assisted with investment deals, shareholder exits, and joint venture agreements.

Afridi & Angell provides 'tactical advice' on agreements and disputes and also handles M&A, joint ventures and restructuring. Charles Laubach jointly leads the team alongside Bashir Ahmed, who has over 35 years of experience in the market and is a go-to for cross-border transactional matters. The 'professional' Danielle Lobo is chiefly noted for her work on private equity transactions, active on both the buyer and seller side. Abdus Samad is a key name for corporate advisory work.

Ashurst LLP remains a popular choice for clients in the oil and gas and infrastructure projects space and its team has experience handling multijurisdictional transactions. The team also handles corporate and commercial instructions from clients ranging from private equity entities to start-ups, with strong work in the healthcare and education space.  Practice head David Charlier is particularly active in the oil and gas industry. Stuart James handles a range of joint venture, strategic investment and venture capital mandates alongside general commercial work. Simon Rahimzada is also noted. Simon Fraser and Matt Hartsuyker left the firm in late 2023.

CMS‘ broad capabilities and presence across the Middle East makes it a strong choice for UAE and foreign investors and corporates for transactional deals. The team handles instructions in multiple areas, including TMT, real estate and energy. John O’Connor is particularly well-reputed for his work in the hospitality sector. Graham Conlon has extensive expertise in private equity, joint ventures, and M&A. Also recommended is Patrik Daintry, who combines transactional expertise with strong regulatory and structuring advice.

Gibson Dunn handles oil and gas transactions alongside instructions from sovereign wealth funds, asset managers and multinational corporations on a range of commercial and corporate issues. In recent work, the group has assisted with agricultural and farming deals in South America and, fintech mandates in Northern Africa. Marwan Elaraby, who handles multi-jurisdictional M&A, private equity, and regulatory work, and Renad Younes, who primarily works with financial institutions and governments on M&A transactions in the energy and infrastructure space, are the practice heads. Jade Chu is also active in corporate matters and Hanna Chalhoub is principally focused on private equity. Andrew Steele and Omar Morsy are also noted.

HFW acts on a range of corporate and commercial matters, including cross-border M&A and restructuring, licensing and regulatory issues, and commercial contract and international trade instructions. Practice head Rula Dajani Abuljebain, who splits her time between Kuwait and Dubai, is well-positioned to act on joint ventures, M&A and corporate restructures. The 'skilled, hardworking, conscientious and customer-focused' Tania De Swart has wide sector experience, including construction, manufacturing, defence, aviation and healthcare and Vince Gordon is a key name for corporate regulatory matters. Jemima McDonald is also noted.

Energy and infrastructure transactions are a core focus of the team at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, but it also handles work in the healthcare, technology and manufacturing industries. Team head Patricia Tiller is active in premium energy projects across the Middle East, particularly in the LNG space and James Comyn is noted for his work advising clients on foreign direct investments into the jurisdiction, particularly regarding healthcare and real estate. David Pang left the firm.

Ibrahim & Partners has recently handled several significant mergers in the insurance sector as well as M&A deals in the maritime industry. The group also has a strong track record in restructurings, with recent work in the healthcare and utilities space, as well as general commercial and regulatory issues. Practice head Malack El Masry is routinely instructed by clients in a range of sectors for a variety of corporate deals. Other practitioners to note are Ahmed Ibrahim, who is equally well versed in corporate, commercial, capital markets and employment work, and counsel Mohamed Madi, who has supported on a range of matters.

The 'practical and proactive' team at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP has experience handling transactions, joint venture partnerships and contractual agreements. Project development and finance agreements are a key component of the group's work, alongside assistance with government contracts. Department lead Mark Gilligan is often instructed by sovereign wealth funds in connection with UAE-based investment opportunities, while also advising on corporate and commercial work. Richard Knott is chiefly noted for his counsel on capital deployment and facilitating capital formation. Of counsel Joanna Maria El Khoury is a proficient cross-border M&A adviser, and also has expertise in private equity and capital markets transactions.

Reed Smith's team has impressive range handling acquisitions, corporate restructurings, capital raisings, and commercial agreements and is a key destination for technology and entertainment and media players. The 'exceptional' Adela Mues heads the practice and is noted for her 'technical knowledge and expertise on cross-border capital markets and transactional matters'. Senior associate Zahir Sabur has extensive experience acting on inbound and outbound international M&A and senior associate Tufayel Hussain's expertise is crucial to the firm's dynamic list of growth companies and start-ups. Marie Borye is also noted.

Squire Patton Boggs has a strong corporate offering, acting across various sectors on multimillion-dollar transactions and able to leverage key expertise from colleagues in the firm’s regulatory, environmental, antitrust and competition departments. The telecoms and hospitality sectors – the former Elias Hayek is particularly strong in –  have been notable areas of activity for the group and it acts for regional and global players in this space. Matthew Powell is frequently sort out by a host of clients for his expertise in a number of strategically significant deals. Senior associate Leila Drissi has been instrumental to a number of key practice mandates. Omar Momany joined the firm from Baker McKenzie LLP in September 2023.

Stephenson Harwood Middle East LLP is well positioned to act on stellar cross-border deals in the Middle East and beyond, receiving instructions from longstanding clients as well as a growing list of new connections. Diwakar Agarwal is a private equity and venture capital-focused adviser with multi-jurisdictional expertise and Sandeep Dhama has expertise in capital markets and corporate restructuring. Melissa Forbes-Miranda is also noted. Managing associate Toufic Safie advises on M&A, joint ventures and large-scale projects, particularly in the tech sector.

A&O Shearman predominantly acts for oil and gas majors in the UAE market, with the team active on both investment and disposal deals. Omar Alkaffas and Pawel Szaja are the practice heads.

AMERELLER has a strong track record in foreign inbound investment and commercial work, handling M&A, joint ventures between foreign and UAE companies, and cross-border restructurings. Jochen Murach heads the team alongside Christopher Gunson, Jonathan Noble and Babak Namazi, with the first three reputed for their strong corporate offering and Babak particularly proficient in handling contractual agreements and corporate governance matters. Senior counsel Amer Jamoukha and of counsel Maryam Hosseini Bonilla are skilled in joint venture establishments and restructurings and Baika Altymukhamedov is active in key M&A.

Anjarwalla Collins & Haidermota (AC&H) has steadily established itself as a strong player in the Middle East and Africa, with the UAE office sitting as a regional hub and working closely with its partner firms across key jurisdictions. The team specialises in cross-border work with a nexus to Africa and Southwest Asia and advises on corporate, commercial and financing mandates. Atiq S. Anjarwalla's strong reputation across a variety of African markets generates significant instructions for the firm. Team lead Adil Shafi is chiefly recognised for his work in public and private financings of equity and debt and Devvrat Periwal is key to the early stages of deals and ventures, specialising in new business start ups, joint ventures, and shareholder-related matters. Senior associate Edward Macharia  is noted for M&A and corporate finance.

BLK Partners has a skilled corporate team that handles a range of cross-border transactions. The firm is active across foreign direct investment, joint ventures, M&A, and corporate restructurings, as well as handling a variety of commercial instructions including distribution, franchising and manufacturing agreements. Patrick Khoury is particularly noted for his structured finance, funds and corporate finance work. Ziad El-Khoury advises clients from Saudi Arabia where he also works with entities looking to invest and acquire assets in the UAE. Brian Onaissy is a strong supporting presence on matters,

BonelliErede is particularly strong in the luxury and retail and hospitality sectors, working with household brands on a range of corporate and commercial work. The firm also handles strategically significant infrastructure projects in the region, including railway developments and associated contractual and structuring issues. Marco De Leo is the key figure in the group; he advises local and international clients on M&A, frequently with a cross-border angle. Managing associate Riccardo Denaro assists with transactional, contractual and general advisory matters.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP ‘demonstrates exceptional expertise in commercial, corporate, and M&A matters, excelling in understanding clients’ specific needs and tailoring its approach accordingly.’ The team is especially well regarded for its knowledge of the media, entertainment and sports space, often working with companies, broadcasters, celebrities and athletes on a variety of commercial issues. The group also handles an array of joint venture and acquisition mandates for top-tier financial services and real estate entities, areas where William Reichert is the go-to name. Mark Hill is a key name for media, IP and tech issues. Alex Reid is 'thorough and detail oriented’. Legal director Lara Haidar is another name of note.

Covington & Burling LLP's team acts for household names in the tech and media space as well as leading players in the energy, infrastructure and real estate sectors. The team is able to competently handle a range of corporate instructions, but particularly excels in commercial work, including commercial licensing, data privacy, employment, and regulatory matters. Rupert Harper heads the team with Bruce Wilson, who is noted for his work on joint venture deals. Haykel Hajjaji is also a name to note.

Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP regularly assists with cross-border M&A, regulatory and contractual issues. The team has been notably active in the agricultural, hospitality and real estate space. Team head Jeremy Miocevic advises on private equity and M&A, as well as strategic corporate issues. Senior associates Philippe Habib and Ashley Connick have built up an extensive portfolio of matters regarding M&A, joint ventures, and debt capital market transactions, with both having notable strength in the healthcare, education and energy sectors.

An ‘extremely collaborative’ team that has ‘well-grounded and extremely informed partners’, Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants competently handles M&A, restructurings, insolvency and operational matters. The firm is well placed to act for regional and international investors and industry players as it operates in the freezones, mainland, and other regional locations and leverages key regulatory expertise from colleagues across the Middle East. Ziad Galadari has been a key point of contact for governmental institutions and public bodies for corporate and commercial work and Fadi Hassoun is a key name for asset management-related matters. Manish Narayan is also noted. Gerry Rogers and Paula Villegas Guevara left the firm.

Gowling WLG's team is frequently sought out by large corporations, active in a variety of sectors including energy, tech, and media, to assist with commercial agreements, domestic transactions, and in-bound investments. Tim Casben, who handles M&A and joint venture work, and Alexandre Brazeau, who is noted for his specialism in digital and IP mandates, are the practice heads. Rachel Armstrong is chiefly recognised for her advice on sponsorship and partnership agreements and also works with Jon Parker on IP matters. Simon Elliott is another name to note.

Hogan Lovells (United Arab Emirates) LLP advises a host of clients across a range of sectors, particularly education, healthcare, energy and consumer goods, on matters including commercial contracts and agreements, joint ventures, equity investments, and business and asset transfers. Team head Imtiaz Shah acts leads the majority of practice mandates, with notable strength in the luxury retail sector where he acts for global marquee clients on commercial issues. Janelle Moussa is also noted. Charles Fuller left the firm to go in-house at TAQA group in April 2023.

Mayer Brown 'stands out because of its exceptional attention to detail and personalised approach to every case'. The team's clients range from start-ups to multinational corporations and it has noted an instructions from Saudi Arabia. Tom Thraya, who handles M&A, compliance and investigatory work, and Jad Taha, who is primarily focused on outbound and inbound investment in the Middle East, are the practice heads. Senior associate Farid Haroun is another key names and associate Nanda Al Qazaz has assisted with various cross-border deals.

SCHLÜTER GRAF Legal Consultants advises on contractual agreements, project development, and regulatory, marketing and data privacy policy issues, working with a range of international household brands and companies. Andrés Ring oversees the full gamut of commercial, corporate and employment instructions the team receives. Usama Munir and Yulia Kasiyanova provide additional support.

Tribonian Law Advisors‘ team has a strong track record acting on domestic and cross-border M&A in the tech and telecoms space. Key names include founder and managing partner Rindala Beydoun; early stage investment specialist Carlo Pianese; and Emile Boulos, who oversees joint ventures, restructurings and corporate finance mandates. Senior associate Dhruv Agarwal is also a key name.

Trowers & Hamlins LLP has a track record handling corporate and commercial matters, assisting with mid and upper-mid market transactions as well as advising on work pertaining to IP/IT and company law advice and contractual, structuring and regulatory issues. Practice head Bill Jefferies advises on buy- and sell-side cross-border private equity deals. Saleem Adam has been predominantly active in the energy, minerals and manufacturing sectors, and Nick Green and Stephen Sullivan bring further cross-border investment specialism to the fore. Associate Sapna Desai provides additional support.