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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Corporate/M&A

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

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Corporate/M&A - United Arab Emirates

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.
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Work Highlights

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  • 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.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • 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 respondentGlobal

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

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • 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.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

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

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Stuart James
    Stuart James

    Stuart James

    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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