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Latham & Watkins LLP

TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins has a widely acclaimed fintech practice in Dubai, which acts for well-established financial institutions in addition to emergent e-commerce companies. The firm advises on a range of IT-related commercial contracts as well as high-value M&A transactions involving technology and telecoms companies. Its transactional work also includes matters in the venture capital space. Latham's lawyers are well versed in regulatory compliance programmes and digital transformation initiatives.

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Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins advised Skydance Media on its merger with Paramount.

Strengths

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  • Their commitment to the process, with timely responses and a balanced approach to the open points being negotiated, contribute to successful outcomes for all parties.

    TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

  • The firm's service is of the highest standard. They are always responsive and available.

    TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

  • Not only do I appreciate the legal expertise that the team at Latham & Watkins share with me, but also their deep expertise in doing business in this region.

    TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

  • The Latham & Watkins team has a great combination of on-the-ground expertise and subject matter experts located internationally.

    TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

  • Latham & Watkins knows what we want to achieve and is able to provide practical advice.

    TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Ksenia Koroleva
    Ksenia Koroleva

    Ksenia Koroleva

    Ksenia Koroleva is a respected associate in the Dubai team of Latham & Watkins. She is well equipped to assist clients in the technology sector with sizeable transactions, and offers additional expertise in data matters.

    • She makes herself available when needed, with a personal commitment to keep the tempo of the discussion high. Her positive attitude keeps the focus on resolution rather than confrontation.

      TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

    • Ksenia Koroleva is extremely efficient and diligent in her work.

      TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

    • Ksenia can always provide very timely responses to my questions, a full picture of the background and practical advice.

      TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal
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  • Brian A Meenagh
    Brian A Meenagh

    Brian A Meenagh

    Brian Meenagh is Latham & Watkins' Middle East head of TMT. Sitting in the firm's Riyadh's office, he is commended for his deep understanding of fintech matters, frequently representing significant financial institutions and tech start-ups. He also demonstrates notable experience in cybersecurity and data privacy compliance.

    • Brian represents his clients it in a pragmatic way that gets the deal over the line.

      TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

    • Brian Meenagh is a great lawyer, exceptionally commercially aware, very experienced in the region and a pleasure to work with on the personal front.

      TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal

    • Brian has exceptional knowledge of the UAE legal and commercial landscape after over a decade in the region which, combined with international expertise, allows him to give valuable insights.

      TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data respondentGlobal
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