Venture Capital & Emerging Companies
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 1
Contact number
+971 4 377 9900Chambers Review
King & Spalding's team in the UAE is well known for its focus on cross-border work relating to Saudi Arabia. Alongside fund formation and M&A, the firm regularly counsels clients on venture capital investments, exits and fund-raising rounds, as well as the related corporate structuring requirements. The team also has proven expertise assisting clients which are acting in the capacity of limited partner investor. Lawyers within the firm offer extensive experience advising on transactions relating to start-up companies in the tech and retail spaces.
Work Highlights
- King & Spalding acted for the Saudi Arabia-based, technology-focused venture capital fund STV on its joint lead (alongside Sequoia Capital India) of the series C investment round for regional fintech platform Tabby, which raised USD58 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are very knowledgeable about the subject matter and are able to provide market insights."
"They are very knowledgeable about the subject matter and are able to provide market insights."
Notable Practitioners
James Stull is a go-to adviser for venture capital investments and fund-raising rounds occurring in the Saudi market. He acts for an impressive client base which includes a number of venture capital firms, funds and institutional investors.
"He is one of the best lawyers I have worked with in the venture capital space."
Macky O'Sullivan is well versed in the representation of emerging companies and entrepreneurs, in addition to his work acting for VC funds and strategic investors. He handles an increasing amount of King & Spalding's most notable mandates in this area.
"Macky O'Sullivan is always super-responsive."
Ranked Lawyers at
King & Spalding LLP
United Arab Emirates