Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, Corporate/M&A

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Corporate/M&A - United Arab Emirates

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

The Abu Dhabi office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is highly experienced in high-value acquisitions and equity investments. The firm is especially well-known for representing sovereign wealth and private equity funds, and is able to leverage its extensive global network on cross-border projects. Cleary Gottlieb's lawyers are also seasoned in investments into the energy, oil and gas, and technology sectors.

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Strengths

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Cleary Gottlieb offers a deep bench of senior UK qualified lawyers and Arabic-speaking lawyers with a solid track record in structuring complex M&A deals in the region.

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Cleary Gottlieb offers a deep bench of senior UK qualified lawyers and Arabic-speaking lawyers with a solid track record in structuring complex M&A deals in the region.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Chris Macbeth

Band 3

Chris Macbeth is one of the co-founders of Cleary's Abu Dhabi office. He has a strong reputation for his work assisting with acquisitions and private equity investments. He is particularly experienced in acting for sovereign wealth funds and is also well versed in venture capital work.

Chris Macbeth is an incredible, hands-on partner who is able to leverage the broader global practice groups of the firm to address some of the most complex M&A and corporate transactions.

Chris is an expert in structuring complex cross-border transactions, and he takes an interest in understanding the business of his clients, seeking practical solutions to get the job done.

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Gamal Abouali

Band 3

Gamal Abouali is a well-respected lawyer who co-founded the firm's Abu Dhabi office. He has a strong track record in cross-border M&A transactions, most regularly acting for clients in the oil and gas sector. Additionally, he is well placed to assist investment funds and corporates with various venture capital matters.

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