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Ciaran Bohnacker

Ciaran Bohnacker

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Walkers (Dubai) LLP
 Walkers (Dubai) LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Offshore

United Arab Emirates

12 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Ciaran Bohnacker is a partner in the firm's Global Finance and Corporate Groups and has been based in Dubai since 2011. He advises on Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands (BVI) law in relation to general banking, asset and project finance, acquisition finance, private equity and general corporate transactions. His clients include major regional and international banks and financial institutions, investment groups, oil and gas companies, sovereign wealth funds and aviation sector participants.

Ciaran also advises on capital markets transactions with a focus on Sukuk (Islamic bonds). He has led the offshore team advising on a number of innovative transactions and market firsts.

Career

Prior to joining Walkers in 2011, Ciaran practiced in the banking and finance department of Clifford Chance in both their Dubai and Hong Kong offices – having completed his training contract with Clifford Chance in London. During his time with Clifford Chance, Ciaran advised on a broad range of finance matters, in particular, cross-border project finance and acquisition finance transactions.​

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Chambers Global Guide

Offshore - United Arab Emirates

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Ciaran Bohnacker enjoys a sterling reputation among onshore counsel in Dubai. He is known for his assured handling of many very high-value finance transactions, including acquisition and aviation finance matters, as well as advising on bond issuances.
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Strengths

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  • Ciaran Bohnacker is reliable and great to work with.

    OffshoreChambers Global Guide

  • Ciaran Bohnacker is my go-to person. He is responsive and approachable.

    OffshoreChambers Global Guide

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