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King & Spalding LLP

Venture Capital & Emerging Companies

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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King & Spalding LLP

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Venture Capital & Emerging Companies - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

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 fundraising rounds, as well as the related corporate structuring requirements. The team also has proven expertise in assisting clients that are acting in the capacity of limited partner investor. Lawyers within the firm offer extensive experience in advising on transactions relating to startup companies in the tech and retail spaces.

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Work Highlights

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  • King & Spalding advised e& on its investment in Qlub, a UAE-based fintech startup.

Strengths

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  • The firm's extensive track record across multiple high-profile deals reflects its ability to navigate complex structures, protect investor interests and provide practical, market-aligned advice.

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  • The team demonstrates solid capabilities across key practice areas and has a good mix of senior expertise and emerging talent.

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  • The team at King & Spalding understands the commercial aspects of our business and how the various clauses may impact our performance.

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  • They are quick responders, which is very important in our job.

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  • King & Spalding understands the client requirements very well and is able to provide tailor-made solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James Stull
    James Stull

    James Stull

    James Stull is a go-to adviser for venture capital investments and fundraising rounds occurring in the Saudi market. He acts for an impressive client base that includes a number of venture capital firms, funds and institutional investors.

    • James is a wonderful guy. He provides very good feedback and recommendations.

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    • James Stull is always willing to help out and is able to think outside the box.

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  • Macky O'Sullivan
    Macky O'Sullivan

    Macky O'Sullivan

    Macky O'Sullivan is well versed in advising emerging companies and entrepreneurs on funding rounds. Additionally, he assists venture capital funds and strategic investors on investment rounds and the deployment of capital.

    • Macky is exceptionally knowledgeable and quickly grasps our requirements, consistently responding promptly.

      Venture Capital & Emerging Companies respondentGlobal

    • We learn something new and gain an insight every time we speak with Macky O'Sullivan.

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    • Macky has a very firm but fair style. As a client, you feel you are getting the best representation. You feel he has it covered.

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    • He is a major positive for everyone involved. He is able to really clarify deal structures; he cares about moving deals forward quickly, looking for the path of least resistance.

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