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What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is a global powerhouse with a strong TMT practice in the UAE. The firm serves an impressive list of technology and telecoms clients and is well versed in overseeing the drafting of commercial agreements, including outsourcing contracts. The team is very strong on transactional TMT work, assisting major clients with key strategic acquisitions and disposals. It also advises on e-commerce, data protection and telecoms regulatory matters. It is notably commended for its fintech practice and has advised on payment services regulations.

Strengths

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We rely on A&O Shearman for most of our core needs, including IT and financial regulation.

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They have in-depth and specialised knowledge of the industry, which adds value to their high-quality legal advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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Tom Butcher is commended for his strength in handling transactions in the technology industry, with experience in advising on a plethora of M&A and joint venture mandates. He possesses further experience in regulatory issues related to data privacy and cybersecurity. He is based in Abu Dhabi.

Tom and his team provide very good service and are crucial to us completing the projects they assist us with.

He is highly knowledgeable, professional and pragmatic.

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