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Islamic Finance - Middle East-wide

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Akin's Dubai office demonstrates particular expertise in debt capital markets matters, including sukuk. It additionally offers broader capabilities in Shari'a-compliant finance, with frequent roles advising on murabaha facilities. Its expertise extends to the establishment of Shari'a-compliant investment funds.

Work Highlights

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  • Akin advised lead arranger Emirates NBD Capital on a AED4.2 billion murabaha facility provided to Salik, an entity wholly owned by the Dubai government.

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Notable Practitioners

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Rizwan H Kanji
3
Rizwan H Kanji
3
Band 3

Rizwan Kanji is a Dubai-based debt capital markets lawyer who regularly advises on high-value sukuk issuances and the related Shari'a compliance issues. He is also able to provide guidance on a variety of broader Islamic finance matters, including the granting of murabaha facilities.

Rizwan Kanji is an exceptional lawyer who is a pleasure to work with and a reassuring presence in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations. He is responsive, efficient and extremely knowledgeable.

Rizwan Kanji goes above and beyond to ensure clients feel supported and understood.

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Islamic Finance

Rizwan H Kanji
3
Rizwan H Kanji
3
Band 3