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TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data - United Arab Emirates

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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.

Work Highlights

  • 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.

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

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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.

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

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

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Notable Practitioners

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Ksenia Koroleva
Ksenia Koroleva
Associates to watch

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.

Ksenia Koroleva is extremely efficient and diligent in her work.

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

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Brian A Meenagh
Brian A Meenagh
Expertise Based Abroad

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.

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

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.

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Brian A Meenagh
Brian A Meenagh
United Arab Emirates, expertise based abroad in Saudi Arabia
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Ksenia Koroleva
Ksenia Koroleva
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