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Islamic Finance - Middle East-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

White & Case is recommended for its expertise in structuring and negotiating highly sophisticated transactions and developing innovative Shari'a-compliant techniques. The team is particularly strong in sovereign sukuk issuances and project financing, with further experience in asset and real estate finance. Its lawyers represent a broad range of clients including both regional and national lenders, borrowers and sovereign entities. The firm has offices in Qatar and the UAE in addition to Saudi Arabia, Oman and Egypt.

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  • The team is knowledgeable, clued in to the latest practices, practical and focused on solutions.

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  • White & Case provides a one-stop-shop solution for local legal services, which makes transactions smoother.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Debashis Dey
    Debashis Dey

    Debashis Dey

    Debashis Dey is a highly proficient lawyer in Shari'a-compliant debt capital markets. His expertise in sukuk sees him regularly acting for the arrangers and managers on high-profile offerings, including sovereign issuances. He divides his time between Dubai and London, and his practice has a particular focus on Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
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  • Claire Matheson Kirton
    Claire Matheson Kirton

    Claire Matheson Kirton

    Claire Matheson Kirton has a considerable track record of advising well-known international and regional banks, and is especially skilled in regard to revolving facilities and Shari'a-compliant finance. She splits her time between London and Dubai.

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