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A&O Shearman

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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A&O Shearman

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Banking & Finance - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman has long been one of the foremost law firms in the Middle East, with deep experience in various aspects of commercial lending. The team has an excellent reputation for project finance, with expertise in power, renewable energy and infrastructure. Its lawyers also represent blue-chip clients, both domestic and international, in major restructuring and refinancing matters. Other areas of expertise include asset and Islamic finance. The firm is noted for its ability to assist with transactions originating across the region, with particular expertise relating to Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised a syndicate of lenders on a USD7 billion Shari'a-compliant murabaha facility for the Public Investment Fund.

Strengths

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  • Their quality of work is unmatched and they offer prompt turnaround times. They are at the top of the field.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • A&O Shearman provides exceptional legal services and has extensive expertise in the region.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Anthony Traboulsi
    Anthony Traboulsi

    Anthony Traboulsi

    Anthony Traboulsi is an experienced Dubai-based partner. He acts on behalf of high-profile international and regional clients, offering finance advice across the full spectrum of conventional and Sharia-compliant lending.

    • Anthony Traboulsi gave prompt and insightful input. His responsiveness was instrumental in facilitating the work.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Anthony Traboulsi shows commercial acumen, understands implications and works to collaborate with his clients rather than just treating them as third parties. He is impressive.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Samer Eido
    Samer Eido

    Samer Eido

    Samer Eido demonstrates particular expertise in acting for banks and other international clients on high-value acquisition financing, refinancing and project financing matters. He acts on both the borrower and lender sides and also has experience in Islamic finance mandates.

    • We appreciate his hands-on availability, strong commercial acumen, outstanding quality of services and understanding of his clients' needs.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Samer Eido is always available, responsive and extremely in tune with the latest market developments and trends which impact our business.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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