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Eyad Latif

Eyad Latif

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Eyad Latif, Deputy Office Managing Partner for the Dubai office, advises private and public companies and venture capital and private equity firms in the technology, life sciences, and other growth industries.

Eyad helps private and public technology and life sciences companies, as well as institutional investors navigate a range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and investments. He also advises emerging and growth companies on formation, corporate governance, and transactional matters.

Eyad guides clients through complex transactions and growth initiatives with business-oriented advice.

Eyad previously worked in the firm’s San Francisco and New York offices focusing on general corporate and technology transactions matters.

Eyad received his law degree from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall), where he received the American Jurisprudence Award in Islamic Law and co-founded the Berkeley Journal of Middle Eastern & Islamic Law.

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Chambers Global Guide

Venture Capital & Emerging Companies - United Arab Emirates

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Individual Editorial

Dubai-based Eyad Latif maintains a very strong reputation in the market, being consistently cited as one of the leading lawyers for venture capital transactions in the Middle East, and Saudi Arabia in particular. He is regularly sought out by both investors and emerging companies in the region.

Strengths

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  • Eyad Latif is a master of his craft.

    Venture Capital & Emerging CompaniesChambers Global Guide
  • Eyad brings a strong commercial lens to legal problem-solving. We value his ability to bridge legal and strategic considerations in a seamless and pragmatic way.

    Venture Capital & Emerging CompaniesChambers Global Guide
  • Eyad Latif is exceptionally knowledgeable and dependable. He consistently provides strategic, high-quality advice with excellent client service.

    Venture Capital & Emerging CompaniesChambers Global Guide

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