Corporate/M&A
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 1
Contact number
+971 4 369 5800Chambers Review
Linklaters is a leading law firm much admired for its expertise in high-stakes M&A transactions. Its lawyers are best known for private equity and joint ventures, as well as corporate matters ancillary to IPOs. With strong offices in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the firm has further expertise in asset disposals and group reorganisations. The team is well known for its capabilities and typically acts for banks, sovereign wealth funds and private equity houses. The team is also experienced representing clients in the oil and gas, technology, and food and beverage sectors.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised Emaar Properties on its AED7.5 billion acquisition of Dubai Creek Harbour from Dubai Holding.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Linklaters offers client-oriented and focused service, deep bandwidth and expertise on top of really pragmatic, commercial advice."
"Linklaters offers client-oriented and focused service, deep bandwidth and expertise on top of really pragmatic, commercial advice."
Notable Practitioners
Scott Campbell is widely acclaimed for his considerable experience in cross-border M&A transactions. He is especially seasoned in representing major regional clients in acquisitions, disposals and corporate finance transactions. He offers additional expertise in capital markets mandates, particularly IPOs.
Nicholas Edwards is a leading lawyer who co-heads the firm's Abu Dhabi office. He maintains a robust M&A practice, often acting for clients in the oil and gas and finance sectors. He is also adept at joint ventures and equity raisings.
"Nicholas provides pragmatic advice and is available around the clock."
Claire Neil is a managing associate who advises clients on a wide range of cross-border M&A and joint ventures. She is notable for her experience advising on private equity and sovereign wealth fund matters.
Ranked Lawyers at
Linklaters
United Arab Emirates