Simon Fraser

Ranked in 3 Practice Areas

Band 3

Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based

United Arab Emirates

5 Years Ranked

Foreign Expert

Corporate/M&A

United Arab Emirates

4 Years Ranked

Expertise Based Abroad

Projects & Energy

Kuwait

4 Years Ranked

About

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Simon Fraser is a senior corporate partner based in the firm's Abu Dhabi office, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate structuring for major projects and strategic investments. He has practiced in the USA, London, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, and has more than 25 years’ experience structuring and executing complex cross-border transactions and projects for market leading clients around the world.

Mr. Fraser represents sovereigns, corporate clients, family offices and investment banks on regional and international transactions and projects across a wide range of industries, with a particular focus in energy and resources (including renewables and petrochemicals), infrastructure, telecommunications, manufacturing and technology.

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Chambers Global Guide

Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based - United Arab Emirates

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Simon Fraser is a seasoned lawyer on sales and acquisitions, particularly when it comes to representing clients in the energy and oil and gas sectors. He is also regularly involved in Kuwait-related deals.

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Corporate/M&A - United Arab Emirates

Foreign expert in Kuwait

Individual Editorial

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Projects & Energy - Kuwait

Kuwait expertise based abroad

Individual Editorial

Dubai-based Simon Fraser is noted for his work on behalf of prominent Kuwaiti clients on their joint venture and finance arrangements overseas. He is highly experienced in oil and gas matters and well respected by interviewees.

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Strengths

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Simon always provides on-point advice and possesses great commercial acumen. His ability to navigate complex issues with precision makes him an invaluable asset.

Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Simon Fraser has a very strong strategic ability while also being attentive to details.

Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Simon always provides on-point advice and possesses great commercial acumen. His ability to navigate complex issues with precision makes him an invaluable asset.

Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Simon Fraser has a very strong strategic ability while also being attentive to details.

Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based respondent
Chambers Global Guide

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Corporate/M&A: Abu Dhabi-based - United Arab Emirates

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Individual Editorial

Projects & Energy - Kuwait

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