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K&L Gates

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Qatar


K&L Gates

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Banking & Finance - Qatar

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What the Team is Known For

K&L Gates is a respected international firm that is noted for its highly skilled banking and finance team in Doha. The group has a strong track record when it comes to high-value Islamic and conventional finance facilities. It is also very experienced in banking regulatory work, including licensing matters. The firm is frequently mandated on acquisitions and joint ventures, with many of its clients in these areas coming from the financial services sector.

Strengths

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  • K&L Gates has an excellent team with cross-border knowledge in local and international jurisdictions.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • K&L Gates has a very strong commercial background.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • K&L Gates is well versed in local laws and regulatory nuances.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Amjad Hussain
    Band 1Amjad Hussain

    Amjad Hussain

    Amjad Hussain is widely agreed to be a leading figure when it comes to Qatar-related finance matters. He is acclaimed by clients for his strengths in Islamic and asset finance, and offers further expertise in M&A and commercial contract work. He frequently advises on corporate matters in the financial services sector.

    • Amjad Hussain's commercial acumen is outstanding.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Amjad Hussain is an amazing lawyer, certainly among the best in Qatar.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Simon Chan
    Band 2Simon Chan

    Simon Chan

    Simon Chan has a strong reputation for his handling of banking and finance issues, regularly advising clients on loan agreements and banking M&A. He acts for an impressive list of borrowers and lenders.
    • Simon Chan is an expert in shipping and Islamic financing.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Simon Chan has vast finance experience and his advice is spot-on.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at K&L Gates (3)

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