Corporate/M&A
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 3
Contact number
+971 4 438 6100Chambers Review
DLA Piper is a well-regarded international law firm with an increasingly significant reputation for M&A transactions both within the UAE and across the Middle East, staffing region-wide work primarily from its Dubai office. Alongside major acquisitions, sales and disposals, the firm is also proficient in regulatory matters, joint ventures, restructurings and reorganisations. The team's lawyers are notably experienced in representing clients from the healthcare and technology sectors, with further skills in hospitality and oil and gas.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper acted for Abu Dhabi Ports in relation to the merger between its subsidiary KEZAD Communities and the Al Eskan Al Jamae Group.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Each team member at DLA provides excellent service. They are always available and turn around the necessary documentation as quickly as possible."
"DLA Piper demonstrates competitive commercial awareness, with a deep understanding of industry dynamics and a strategic approach to delivering valuable insights."
"Partners and more junior members of the team are both able to adequately cover client needs."
"Each team member at DLA provides excellent service. They are always available and turn around the necessary documentation as quickly as possible."
"DLA Piper demonstrates competitive commercial awareness, with a deep understanding of industry dynamics and a strategic approach to delivering valuable insights."
"Partners and more junior members of the team are both able to adequately cover client needs."
Notable Practitioners
William Seivewright is an experienced M&A lawyer who is DLA's regional head of corporate. He regularly acts for clients in the real estate, telecoms and energy sectors on cross-border acquisitions and joint ventures, offering additional expertise in corporate restructurings.
"William successfully led our high-value, complex deal to a very successful outcome. Throughout the process, he provided excellent service and pragmatic solutions."
Thérèse Abou-Zeid is a well-regarded lawyer who regularly acts for major regional clients on high-profile acquisitions. She also demonstrates strength in sales and equity investments, with a strong track record in the pharma and healthcare space.
"She has the right sensibilities to work with US clients."
Richard Hughes has a growing reputation in the M&A arena. He operates an impressive transactional and commercial advisory practice, assisting clients across a range of sectors on both domestic and cross-border mandates. His clients typically hail from the fintech, construction and healthcare sectors.
"Richard is a well-rounded and pragmatic lawyer."
"Richard is excellent at keeping us informed and advising on the negotiable nature of certain points. His strong advice gives us a lot of security and comfort."
"He is my go-to counsel in the Middle East and has provided excellent work on multiple engagements."
Ranked Lawyers at
DLA Piper LLP
United Arab Emirates