Investment Funds
Global Guide 2024 : Middle East-wide
Band 1
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+971 4 377 9900Chambers Review
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.
Strengths
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"King & Spalding are our go-to counsel for all regulatory matters. Their advice is sound, clear and based on prior experience of dealing with regional regulators - both in terms of what the regulator requires and how to put this into effect in practice."
"They have a strong team that is always up to date with current regulations. The firm has structured many sophisticated funds in the past."
"King & Spalding possess an excellent understanding of the Shari'a-compliant landscape."
"They are very solution-focused and identify any issues early on. King & Spalding is also one of the most responsive law firms, providing clear and comprehensive answers."
"King & Spalding are our go-to counsel for all regulatory matters. Their advice is sound, clear and based on prior experience of dealing with regional regulators - both in terms of what the regulator requires and how to put this into effect in practice."
"They have a strong team that is always up to date with current regulations. The firm has structured many sophisticated funds in the past."
"King & Spalding possess an excellent understanding of the Shari'a-compliant landscape."
"They are very solution-focused and identify any issues early on. King & Spalding is also one of the most responsive law firms, providing clear and comprehensive answers."
Notable Practitioners
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 is a top lawyer in the Shari'a-compliant field."
"James Stull has a unique understanding of the expectations in terms of what the regulators are looking for."
"James Stull sets the golden standard for counsel in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Just as much respected as he is well liked, James has been instrumental in helping our business navigate complex and sometimes unclear regulations."
"He is one of the best lawyers I have worked with in this space."
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.
"Nabil Issa is a great lawyer with 20-plus years of experience."