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Dentons

Corporate/M&A

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Corporate/M&A - United Arab Emirates

Band 5

What the Team is Known For
Dentons offers a full-service corporate and transactional practice from its offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The firm's impressive regional network is of great benefit when advising on cross-border matters. Its lawyers have expertise in a broad range of corporate and commercial matters including joint ventures, disposals and acquisitions, with additional capabilities in project development. The group is highly experienced in representing major international corporations, in addition to working with government entities. The firm often advises clients operating within the entertainment, technology and financial services sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Dentons assisted Adrighem Arabia with its acquisition of a 51% stake in Johnson Arabia from its joint venture partner.

Strengths

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  • The Dentons team are proactive, responsive, client-focused, extremely commercial and user-friendly.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

  • We appreciate Dentons' hands-on knowledge, as well as their sector and regional experience.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Stephen McKenna
    Stephen McKenna

    Stephen McKenna

    Stephen McKenna is an experienced partner in Dentons' Abu Dhabi team. He is able to advise clients on a range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions and the establishment of joint ventures.

    • Stephen McKenna is a trusted adviser - proactive, solution-focused and client-focused. He goes above and beyond.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
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