Capital Markets
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 2
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Latham & Watkins offers an experienced team in Dubai which is active on cross-border matters throughout the Middle East. The firm has a particular reputation for its expertise in Saudi transactions and also has strong experience of working with sovereign and quasi-sovereign entities. Its lawyers are well versed in major sukuk transactions, complemented by their wider skills in Islamic finance and Shari'a-compliant products. Latham is also adept at equity matters, often representing underwriters in IPOs. In addition to transactional work, the firm frequently provides regulatory advice to domestic and international clients, and assists with liability management and restructuring issues.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins advised Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund on its establishment of a medium-term note programme and a related USD3 billion debt issuance across three tranches, including the first-ever 'century' green bond, with a maturity date of 2122.
Strengths
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"The quality of their work is excellent, and they have an ability to focus on details without losing sight of the big picture."
"Latham & Watkins bring together commercial awareness and excellent legal skills to help clients take pragmatic decisions when balancing commercial interests and legal risk."
"The quality of their work is excellent, and they have an ability to focus on details without losing sight of the big picture."
"Latham & Watkins bring together commercial awareness and excellent legal skills to help clients take pragmatic decisions when balancing commercial interests and legal risk."
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