Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates
Ranked Individual
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Akin is an established presence in the UAE, with offices both in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The firm is consistently relied upon by sovereign entities and major corporates for advice on cross-border M&A and investment mandates, with additional strength across corporate restructurings.
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The team at Akin do a really good job taking care of the workstreams.
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Wael Jabsheh is the partner in charge of Akin's Abu Dhabi office and the head of the firm's Middle East corporate practice. He is noted for his impressive handling of high-value acquisitions and disposals, frequently advising sovereign entities and asset managers.
Wael Jabsheh is able to take a step back and determine what is or isn't important. He takes a very incisive view around what is material and you end up at the finish line a lot quicker.
Wael Jabsheh is incredibly commercial and attuned to market practice, so if you work on a deal with him you can be sure he won't push very academic points.
Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based
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