FinTech Legal - United Arab Emirates
What the team is known for
The Bench FZE provides expert advice on IP protection strategies, FinTech M&A and outsourcing matters. The firm handles complex contract negotiations and licensing agreements, and has additional capability in digital payments matters. The firm acts for FinTech start-ups, financial institutions and telecoms businesses.
Strengths
"They have shown themselves to be a highly capable firm for this work in the area. They are certainly a good alternative to the big international firms when necessary."
Notable practitioners
Joby Beretta co-heads The Bench's FinTech practice. Beretta is well regarded for his work on FinTech transactional matters and regulatory compliance. "Joby's client service is very strong and he is available throughout." "Joby Beretta has a huge network of important contacts, which I find incredibly useful. He is incredibly approachable and always puts you into contact with the right people on matters."
