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Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Banking & Finance - United Arab Emirates

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

White & Case is a respected name with well-established offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The firm has a strong regional reputation in both conventional and Shari'a-compliant financing. It acts for a blue-chip roster of international clients, including major investment banks and high-profile borrowers. The firm maintains a formidable project finance practice capable of handling construction, oil and gas, and development finance matters. Its lawyers are well versed in all forms of corporate financing, including syndicated and asset finance. Further areas of expertise for the team include Islamic finance, derivatives and structured finance, while it is also widely respected for its capabilities in debt restructuring.

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Work Highlights

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  • White & Case acted for AviLease, as the borrower, on its USD2.5 billion unsecured facility comprising a USD1.73 billion conventional facility and a USD770 million Shari'a-compliant facility.

Strengths

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  • The work provided by White & Case's partners and senior associates has always been top-notch.

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  • The White & Case team is excellent at balancing technical expertise with pragmatic and common-sense advice that supports business objectives.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Claire Matheson Kirton
    Claire Matheson Kirton

    Claire Matheson Kirton

    Claire Matheson Kirton has a considerable track record when it comes to advising well-known international and regional banks, in addition to government entities, on high-value finance transactions. She is especially skilled in regard to debt restructuring and Shari'a-compliant finance. She splits her time between the firm's London and Dubai offices.

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  • Sherief Rashed
    Sherief Rashed

    Sherief Rashed

    Sherief Rashed draws praise from interviewees for his assured handling of significant project finance mandates. He is also a regular adviser on Islamic financing transactions. He recently relocated to Dubai after several years in the firm's Cairo office.

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  • Antoine Cousin
    Antoine Cousin

    Antoine Cousin

    Antoine Cousin is based in Abu Dhabi and operates a broad project finance practice largely focused on Saudi Arabia. He is proficient in advising borrowers on the financing arrangements for energy projects and major infrastructure PPPs. He is further noted for his strength in Shari'a-compliant facilities.

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