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Reed Smith LLP

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates


Reed Smith LLP

Rankings

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Banking & Finance - United Arab Emirates

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Reed Smith advises on lender- and borrower-side transactions in both conventional and Islamic mandates and revolving credit facilities. The firm has experience acting for a wide range of financial institutions, with expertise in delivering cross-border transactions.

Strengths

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  • What distinguishes Reed Smith from the rest is its approachability and seamless client service.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Reed Smith has market knowledge and industry expertise.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Amir Ahmad
    Band 4Amir Ahmad

    Amir Ahmad

    Amir Ahmad leads the firm’s regional banking and finance practice and is recognised for his activity and experience acting on domestic and cross-border debt and financing transactions. He also boasts expertise in restructuring and insolvency matters, as well as corporate and project financing.

    • Amir Ahmad is a fantastic source of comfort for us. He is commercial, practical and just excellent.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Up and ComingUmbreen Meenai
    Up and ComingUmbreen Meenai

    Umbreen Meenai

    Counsel Umbreen Meenai demonstrates expertise acting on a variety of matters for a number of international financial institutions. She acts for lenders on significant syndicated lending transactions as well as advising borrowers on Shari'a-compliant financing mandates.

    • I was thoroughly impressed by her expertise and responsiveness. She quickly understood the issue, provided clear and practical solutions and made a potentially complex situation easy to navigate.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Umbreen Meenai's exceptional guidance, expertise, attention to detail and strategic thinking are invaluable.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Reed Smith LLP (2)

United Arab Emirates

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