
Commercial Contracts
Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates
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Ranked Individuals
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Work Highlights
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Norton Rose Fulbright acted for Mawarid on the establishment of a joint venture with US-based Plenty, with the purpose of developing vertical farming campuses in the GCC.
Strengths
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Norton Rose Fulbright have excellent knowledge of both international business norms and local law.
Commercial Contracts respondentGlobalThey are always available, with super-transparent reporting and a team of experts from various geographies to bring about the best solution.
Commercial Contracts respondentGlobalNorton Rose's strengths are their quick response time and their thorough and to-the-point advice, which also considers general and specific surrounding factors.
Commercial Contracts respondentGlobalNorton Rose Fulbright's team brings exceptional value, and its global reputation and regional expertise have helped us ensure seamless execution.
Commercial Contracts respondentGlobalThey are experts in the nuances of the region and have a highly capable and responsive team. Even with time zone differences, we have managed to work together effectively to quickly resolve issues.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Adjou Ait Ben Idir
Adjou Ait Ben Idir is a noteworthy lawyer who is highly skilled in corporate governance, joint ventures and internal reorganisations. In each of these areas she is highly capable of advising major international clients on cross-border matters.
Adjou Ait Ben Idir brings a sharp, solutions-oriented mindset and consistently delivers high-quality advice under tight timelines.
Commercial Contracts respondentGlobal
Band 5 
Band 5 
Jonathan Burton
Jonathan Burton is a notable partner based in Norton Rose Fulbright's Dubai office. He is adept at advising clients on commercial contracts and joint ventures across a variety of sectors, including technology and tourism. He is additionally able to assist with corporate restructuring mandates.
Jonathan is always mindful of the company's needs, balancing commercial and legal preferences. He is quick to analyse a situation and provide possible solutions in a clear and analytical manner.
Commercial Contracts respondentGlobalJonathan Burton is a consummate professional who is proficient in leading complex transactions.
Commercial Contracts respondentGlobalJonathan Burton is an excellent partner to our business.
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Ranked Individuals at Norton Rose Fulbright (2)
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Band 5
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