Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers
Banking & Finance - United Arab Emirates
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Band 3
What the team is known for

Latham & Watkins is a highly regarded presence in the Dubai market that frequently assists with the finance aspects of energy and infrastructure projects. The team has considerable expertise in Islamic finance. It advises on a variety of matters including real estate finance and sovereign sukuk. Its lawyers cater for a range of clients including corporate borrowers, project sponsors, private equity houses and financial institutions. Latham & Watkins regularly advises on major transactions in Saudi Arabia. The firm is prolific in restructuring and insolvency mandates, both within the UAE and across the region.

Notable practitioners

Christian Adams is a key contact.

Work Highlights

Provided by Latham & Watkins LLP
  • Latham & Watkins assisted payment solutions provider Tamara with its receipt of a USD150 million receivables warehouse facility.