Corporate/M&A
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 3
Contact number
+971 4 377 9900Chambers Review
King & Spalding is a strong law firm for corporate/M&A work in the UAE and is known for having specific expertise in transactions relating to Saudi Arabia. The firm is especially well versed in corporate matters arising in the energy sector, including in the petrochemicals arena as well as with regard to renewables. The team offers further expertise in the healthcare, retail and real estate industries and is well endorsed for its capabilities in private equity and venture capital, drawing upon the strength of its market-leading investment funds practice. The team's clientele commonly includes multinational corporations, government entities and private equity firms.
Work Highlights
- King & Spalding counselled Al Thiqa Al Shamlah for Real Estate Company on the SAR200 million sale of its stake in Arabian Homes Company to private buyers located in Jeddah.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"King & Spalding is able to advise on the legal repercussions of various terms and scenarios while also accounting for the commercial needs of my business."
"King & Spalding is able to advise on the legal repercussions of various terms and scenarios while also accounting for the commercial needs of my business."
Notable Practitioners
Middle East managing partner Nabil Issa is a well-known lawyer with a remarkably broad practice that encompasses M&A, private equity and investment funds. He splits his time between Dubai and Riyadh and is widely esteemed for his expertise concerning the Saudi Arabian market.
Simon Fraser is a seasoned lawyer on sales and acquisitions, particularly when it comes to representing clients in the energy and oil and gas sectors. He is also regularly involved in Kuwait-related deals. He recently joined King & Spalding after leaving Ashurst.
"Simon participates actively in all the discussions and is a voice of reason."
"Despite the time zone differences, Simon Fraser makes himself and his key colleagues available at short notice and ensures their turnaround time to deliver critical work is always first-rate."
James Stull is a Dubai-based lawyer who is highly regarded for his expertise in relation to Saudi Arabia. He is particularly well versed in investment funds, private equity and venture capital issues and is increasingly active in the technology space.
Ranked Lawyers at
King & Spalding LLP
United Arab Emirates