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Ashurst

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Banking & Finance - United Arab Emirates

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Ashurst maintains a notable profile in project finance across the region. The firm advises an impressive list of international and regional lenders on major energy and infrastructure projects throughout the Middle East, with notable expertise regarding projects located in Saudi Arabia. Its lawyers' other areas of expertise include the restructuring of project finance facilities and advising on Shari'a-compliant finance matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst advised Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) on the financing and development of the Ajban Solar PV plant.

Strengths

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  • Ashurst has a strong team that always delivers and meets timelines.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Ashurst demonstrates resilience and availability, with excellent service.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Clint Dempsey
    Clint Dempsey

    Clint Dempsey

    Clint Dempsey garners respect in the market for his aptitude in both conventional and Islamic project finance. With expertise in acting for borrowers and lenders, he is also well versed in real estate and acquisition finance. He joined Ashurst after leaving Eversheds Sutherland in September 2025.

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  • David Charlier
    David Charlier

    David Charlier

    David Charlier leads Ashurst's regional banking practice from Dubai and is highly experienced in project finance, most notably in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He is highly experienced in acting for borrowers, as well as for lenders, in a range of transactional and regulatory mandates.

    • David Charlier is very strong in the MENA region.

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