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Linklaters

Capital Markets

Global Guide 2026 : Middle East-wide

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Capital Markets - Middle East-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Linklaters offers clients a highly experienced Middle East capital markets team with all-round expertise in both debt and equity. The firm's ability ranges from structured finance through to sukuk and Shari'a-compliant derivatives. The team wins further recognition for its excellent work in regulatory matters as well as high-profile transactions, and it continues to act on equity and equity-linked deals. The Middle East practice is predominantly centred in Dubai but active on transactions across the region. Clients include numerous banks and financial institutions as well as high-profile issuers from a range of sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters advised Asyad Group and Asyad Shipping Company on Asyad Shipping's IPO on the Muscat Stock Exchange.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Scott Campbell
    Scott Campbell

    Scott Campbell

    Scott Campbell is a leading lawyer for corporate/M&A and equity capital markets, with a strong track record in a variety of high-profile regional transactions. He is based in Dubai.

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  • Jonathan A Fried
    Jonathan A Fried

    Jonathan A Fried

    Dubai-based Jonathan Fried is a prolific debt practitioner with considerable experience throughout the Middle East. Especially accomplished in Tier 1 issuances, he is well versed in acting for multinational companies and government entities. He is also proficient in sukuk and hybrid capital matters.

    • Jonathan Fried has huge knowledge about debt markets in the MENA region and the ability to provide solutions based on required needs.

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  • Jason Manketo
    Jason Manketo

    Jason Manketo

    Jason Manketo is a New York-admitted lawyer based in London. His practice has a noted emphasis on the Middle East, with recent work including lead roles on high-value and innovative IPO listings on both the Muscat and Abu Dhabi exchanges.

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