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Investment Funds - Middle East-wide

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What the Team is Known For

King & Spalding maintains a premier team with longstanding expertise in the investment funds arena. The firm is acknowledged for assisting with matters across the region and has particular strength in relation to Saudi Arabia. Lawyers within the group are noted for their strong expertise in venture capital, private equity and real estate funds, as well as their ability to act for both general and limited partners. The firm also possesses leading expertise in REITs and advises on a wide array of matters, including Shari'a compliance issues.

Work Highlights

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  • King & Spalding advised Franklin Templeton Investments on the formation of two open-ended DIFC funds structured as protected cell companies, along with seven additional sub-funds.

Strengths

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In my view, King & Spalding have the best-quality and best-written fund legal documents; funds we work on with them are generally immediately approved by the regulators.

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Their funds team is probably the best one in the UAE. They are efficient and responsive to queries, with a very good understanding of commercial requirements.

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They have a great understanding of fund regulation across multiple jurisdictions and the ability to prepare fund documentation in a timely manner.

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They have seen and worked on multiple complex structures and are able to provide solutions and suggestions.

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They have an unparalleled command of the Shari'a landscape and a deep pool of talent across different offices.

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Notable Practitioners

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James Stull
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James Stull
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James Stull is a widely known funds specialist who is well versed in assisting with the formation of REITs and private equity funds. Operating from the Dubai office, he is experienced in both Shari'a-compliant and conventional fund establishments. He regularly assists with matters relating to Saudi Arabia.

James brings a commercial lens to the table and he is able to successfully navigate complex international tax and structuring issues. He adds a huge amount of value.

James Stull is a very commercially savvy and experienced funds lawyer.

James is one of the best funds lawyers out there.

He is an excellent lawyer.

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Nabil Issa
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Nabil Issa
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Nabil Issa is widely noted for his in-depth knowledge of the Saudi market. He regularly counsels clients with regard to Shari'a-compliant funds and frequently assists with private equity and venture capital matters. He divides his time between Dubai and Riyadh, and is Middle East managing partner for King & Spalding.

Nabil is top-notch.

He is well connected in the KSA market.

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James Stull
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James Stull
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Nabil Issa
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Nabil Issa
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