Corporate/M&A
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 5
About
Provided by Pinsent Masons
Our award-winning Corporate, M&A and Commercial team, headed by Mohammad Tbaishat, includes lawyers who advise clients from across the globe on their entire corporate journey in the Middle East – from inception to expansion to eventual exit and beyond.
We have advised some of the region’s top clients with cross-border acquisitions and disposals, auction sales, mergers, joint venture arrangements, large-scale group reorganisations and all types of corporate governance work. We have been in the region for more than 35 years and have extensive working on all types of M&A and investment transactions. We work closely with shareholders, investors, management teams, financial advisors and individuals. Our M&A and joint venture experience covers all types of domestic and cross-border transactions.
We advise clients with international operations that span right across the globe. We understand that providing a first-class legal service is not just about legal guidance; a solid understanding of cultural and local commercial issues underpins all of our advice.
Chambers Review
Pinsent Masons houses a growing corporate offering with considerable depth of experience throughout the UAE. The firm's corporate team in Dubai is well versed in handling M&A transactions as well as significant commercial contracts issues. It is also highly capable with regard to joint ventures and corporate restructurings. The firm acts for a variety of clients in the construction, healthcare and hospitality sectors.
Work Highlights
- Pinsent Masons acted for the Starlink Group on its cross-border merger with cyber security distributor Infinigate.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm's exceptional ability to handle complex and sophisticated legal matters, its attention to detail and strategic thinking have been invaluable throughout our deal."
"Pinsent Masons is responsive and proactive in relation to our requirements."
"The firm's exceptional ability to handle complex and sophisticated legal matters, its attention to detail and strategic thinking have been invaluable throughout our deal."
"Pinsent Masons is responsive and proactive in relation to our requirements."
Notable Practitioners
Mohammad Tbaishat heads Pinsent's Middle East corporate team. He holds extensive expertise in transactional matters, advising on cross-border M&A as well as group restructurings. He is also well versed in the establishment of joint ventures and can assist with private equity mandates.
"Mohammad looks after not only the technical legal aspects, but also the practical aspects of the deal."
"He is very knowledgeable and reassuring when dealing with complex issues."
Alexandra Aikman is a senior associate based in Pinsent's Dubai office. She is noted for her expertise in both corporate and commercial matters, including cross-border M&A, corporate restructuring and joint ventures.
"I am particularly impressed with Alexandra's forward-thinking approach. She is always looking for new ways to help us achieve our goals."
Ranked Lawyers at
Pinsent Masons
United Arab Emirates
Members
Provided by Pinsent Masons
Christopher Neal
Dyala Ali
Kate Iliff
Head of Department
Nathalia Elhage
Clients
Provided by Pinsent Masons
Abu Dhabi Ports PJSC
Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC
Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC
NMC Healthcare
NV5 Group
Sanabil Private Equity Investments (a PIF subsidiary)
Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC)
Starlink Group
Industries
Provided by Pinsent Masons
Cyber security
Engineering
Food and beverage
Healthcare
Life sciences
Manufacturing
Oil and gas
Telecoms