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Corporate/M&A - United Arab Emirates

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Ashurst is a respected law firm with an established presence in the corporate sphere within the UAE. The group's lawyers are especially well regarded for their strengths acting for clients from the energy and infrastructure sectors in conjunction with the firm's distinguished projects practice. The team is experienced in acquisitions and disposals while also adept at joint ventures, regulatory matters and corporate governance work.

Work Highlights

  • Ashurst advised the Zahid Group, as the consortium leader, in connection with its acquisition and take-private of Barloworld, valued at USD1.3 billion.

Strengths

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Ashurst stand out for their strong expertise and excellent negotiation skills. They are flexible, committed and deliver high-quality work on time, even under tight deadlines.

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Global

Ashurst's strengths are its personalised and attentive services that cater for the needs of the client, and its very communicative and responsive team.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global

The Ashurst team has solid depth and breadth, with experienced partners supported by capable associates.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global

Ashurst's strongest point is being able to walk a client through the transaction. The service is great and they are good with cross-border elements.

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Global

Working with Ashurst, you are getting top-quality work and product. They are strong across the board.

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Global

Notable Practitioners

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Simon Rahimzada
3
Simon Rahimzada
3
Band 3

Simon Rahimzada is a noted Dubai-based lawyer who often represents sovereign entities and private equity firms in acquisitions in the food and beverage, energy, education and healthcare sectors. His corporate practice also encompasses restructurings and joint ventures.

Simon Rahimzada stands out for his strategic mindset, commercial acumen and hands-on approach. He consistently provides pragmatic advice and is effective in navigating cross-border transactions.

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Stuart James
3
Stuart James
3
Band 3

Stuart James is a notable partner in Ashurst's Abu Dhabi office. He offers expertise across the full gamut of M&A, including investment and joint venture mandates, acting on behalf of major regional players from the energy and infrastructure sectors.

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Vasi Papadopoulos
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Vasi Papadopoulos
U
Up and Coming

Vasi Papadopoulos is a respected partner based in the Dubai office of Ashurst. She is highly experienced in advising clients on the full gamut of corporate transactions, including M&A and the establishment of joint ventures. She offers additional strength in corporate restructuring.

Vasi Papadopoulos is a next-generation partner, building a formidable corporate practice. She is approachable and able to separate the wood from the trees, knowing both the key points and the detail.

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Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based
Stuart James
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Stuart James
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Band 3
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Corporate/M&A: Dubai-based
Simon Rahimzada
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Simon Rahimzada
3
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Vasi Papadopoulos
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Vasi Papadopoulos
U
Up and Coming
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