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CMS

Corporate/M&A

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Corporate/M&A - United Arab Emirates

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
The Dubai office of CMS fields a notable team with a commendable M&A practice. The firm's lawyers frequently carry out the Middle Eastern elements of high-profile global acquisitions. They are furthermore experienced in restructurings, FDI, joint ventures and divestments. The team can often be found representing clients from the financial services, hospitality, technology and energy sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Wusoom Holding on the establishment of six joint ventures with Aldar Properties.

Strengths

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  • CMS has a competent team of corporate lawyers who are able to handle a transaction within a short time frame.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • The strengths of CMS are their commerciality, understanding of the fundamental issues and ability to call out hidden risks, ensuring that they are flagged for consideration.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • The CMS team have strong industry knowledge and the ability to be a true business partner to their clients.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • John O'Connor
    John O'Connor

    John O'Connor

    John O'Connor is head of corporate and commercial in Dubai. He is a well-established figure in the market whose wide-ranging practice covers buyouts and joint venture structuring, in addition to group reorganisations and commercial contracts.

    • John O'Connor's goal is to consistently deliver high-quality legal advice which makes commercial sense.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
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