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Norton Rose Fulbright

Corporate Compliance & Investigations

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates


Norton Rose Fulbright

Rankings

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Corporate Compliance & Investigations - United Arab Emirates

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose's Dubai-based investigations practice has a strong focus on the financial services sector, with extensive experience acting for asset managers, brokerage firms and individual executives. The team offers counsel on an array of anti-money laundering and corporate governance concerns, and is well versed in acting for clients regarding investigations undertaken by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and Abu Dhabi's Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA).

Strengths

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  • The team at Norton Rose Fulbright provides practical insights.

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright has a proven track record of navigating high-stakes and complex regulatory situations with clarity and precision.

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  • The team is responsive and offers a very practical approach.

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright is very strategic in mitigating and identifying problematic areas.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Matthew Shanahan
    Band 1Matthew Shanahan

    Matthew Shanahan

    Matthew Shanahan counsels on white-collar fraud, anti-money laundering and other financial criminal matters. Based in Dubai, he leverages his background as a former regulator to provide expert advice on DFSA and FRSA investigations.
    • Matthew Shanahan has a calming presence and steady judgement, which is exactly what you want in your corner during a crisis.

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    • Matthew Shanahan has a practical and to-the-point approach with in-depth knowledge of regulations.

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    • Matthew really understands the region.

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Ranked Individuals at Norton Rose Fulbright (1)

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