FinTech Legal - United Arab Emirates
What the Team is Known For
The Clifford Chance team has significant expertise in M&A, blockchain, financial regulation and cybersecurity matters. The firm's client base in the UAE includes financial institutions, start-ups and regulatory bodies. It has particular strength on digital asset regulatory matters.
Strengths
"Clifford Chance is operating at the top end of the market."
"They have cross-border talent which provides insights from other markets."
Work Highlights
Clifford Chance advised the UAE Central Bank on its Central Bank Digital Currency implementation strategy.
Notable Practitioners
Jack Hardman leads Clifford Chance's FinTech group in the Middle East. He assists financial institutions with blockchain and digital assets issues and often advises clients on corporate matters including acquisitions, restructurings and joint ventures. "Jack Hardman is really commercial. He has a good knowledge of the local landscape but he is UK-qualified so finds it easy to communicate advice with a UK audience."
