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Corporate/M&A (Expertise Based Abroad) | Global

United Arab Emirates

This broad category covers both public company and private equity matters, with the focus being on high-value transactional work such as acquisitions and dispositions. Large-scale joint ventures are acceptable here, while medium and small-sized joint venture work should be submitted under UAE Commercial Contracts. Note that for the UAE, commercial contracts work, such as the negotiation of distribution, supply, maintenance, licensing and agency agreements does not fall under this category but should instead be included on submissions for UAE Commercial Contracts.

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  1. Bader El-Jeaan
    Bader El-Jeaan
    Meysan
    Meysan | Corporate/M&A (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2026 | Spotlight | 10 Years Ranked

    Bader El-Jeaan is the co-founder, senior partner and head of corporate at Meysan. He is a highly respected name in the Kuwaiti legal environment and is known for taking on very high-value M&A and capital markets transactions. He splits his time between Kuwait and the UAE, offering further strength in cross-border corporate mandates.