About
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To learn more about Akin Gump’s Corporate/Commercial & Commercial Contracts capabilities, please visit the Corporate page under the experience section at www.akingump.com.
Chambers Review
Akin Gump is a major player in Abu Dhabi, demonstrating considerable strengths across a broad range of sectors including infrastructure, telecoms and leisure, as well as energy. Its lawyers are particularly acclaimed for their expertise in advising government entities on joint ventures. Beyond commercial contracts, the firm is also highly regarded for its capabilities in corporate restructuring and strategic partnerships.
Strengths
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"Akin Gump succeeds in understanding the context of the subject matter within the client's business."
"Akin are very quick to ensure they resolve a problem for their clients. The attention to detail and relentlessness to ensure all details are put in place really helps us believe we are adequately protected."
"It's very easy to get in contact with the team and its leadership. I had a pleasant experience working with them."
"Akin Gump succeeds in understanding the context of the subject matter within the client's business."
"Akin are very quick to ensure they resolve a problem for their clients. The attention to detail and relentlessness to ensure all details are put in place really helps us believe we are adequately protected."
"It's very easy to get in contact with the team and its leadership. I had a pleasant experience working with them."
Notable Practitioners
Wael Jabsheh manages the firm's UAE corporate department and is co-head of the Abu Dhabi office. He is an adept lawyer who is well reputed for his capabilities in joint ventures and corporate restructurings. Although particularly noted for his work advising government entities, he has further experience acting for international corporations.
"Wael shows a high level of commitment, is very responsive, has a high-level understanding of the client's needs, is excellent in allocating resources and above all is calm under pressure."