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Clifford Chance LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Restructuring/Insolvency - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance offers a market-leading practice advising an enviable roster of global banks and financial institutions on the restructuring of credit facilities. The team also acts for syndicates of prominent regional lenders on a variety of Shari'a-compliant restructuring mandates. Lawyers within the firm have additional experience representing sukuk holders in respect of the restructuring of their certificates.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised some senior secured creditors of JBF RAK on a debt-for-equity swap implemented through a court process in the context of a USD1 billion restructuring.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance offers attention to detail, expertise in restructuring, multi-jurisdictional experience, strong negotiation skills and strong financial and strategic advisory capabilities.

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  • The team at Clifford Chance is very practical when coming up with solutions. It's also commercial in its approach.

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  • Clifford Chance has a very strong team with multi-jurisdictional and cross-border experience.

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  • The breadth of experience across Clifford Chance's team means that it's capable of being very responsive.

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  • Clifford Chance offers knowledge and innovation.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Nicola Reader
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    Nicola Reader

    Abu Dhabi-based Nicola Reader acts for numerous prominent creditors on the financial restructuring of conventional and Islamic debt. She has also assisted with matters where the debtor has been undergoing UAE administration proceedings.

    • Nicola Reader is a highly credible restructuring legal adviser.

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    • She is always available, works very hard and is on top of the details.

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    • Nicola Reader always understands what our goal is.

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    • She is very talented and detailed.

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