LAWYER PROFILE

Elliott Sawford

Global 2026

A&O Shearman

Ranked in 1 practice area

Projects & Energy

Middle East-wide

5 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Elliott advises governments, developers, lenders and contractors on infrastructure and energy projects across all sectors, including utilities, oil and gas, social infrastructure and transport.

He has particular experience of large-scale development projects, major PPPs (and associated legislative reform), and project-financings. Clients regularly praise Elliott for his solution-orientated, practical and personable approach to matters, his knowledge of the Middle East and his ability to solve issues to get deals done.

Elliott qualified in the UK and spent over five years practicing in London before relocating to the Middle East with the firm in 2014. He is recognised as a “Rising Star” for Middle East projects by IFLR.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Projects & Energy - Middle East-wide

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Elliott Sawford is based in Dubai and has fast become a go-to person for energy and infrastructure projects. He demonstrates significant strengths in PPPs and can advise clients on the finance, procurement and construction aspects of such matters. He is noted for his frequent handling of cross-border projects relating to the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Elliott is phenomenal on the projects side.
Projects & EnergyChambers Global Guide
Elliott is a calming and responsive presence on deals.
Projects & EnergyChambers Global Guide