Offshore | Global

Maples Group is an elite offshore law firm whose Dubai team advises on the full gamut of matters relating to Cayman and British Virgin Islands investment funds, including the formation of private equity, hedge and real estate funds. It is also well versed in issues arising from Shari'a-compliant funds. The firm maintains a strong offshore M&A practice, and continues to be acknowledged for its Islamic and aviation finance expertise. It regularly acts as issuers' counsel on high-value sukuk issuances. The team represents a blue-chip client base, including leading financial institutions and asset managers. It maintains strong relationships with numerous end-user clients and onshore counsel across the region.

Walkers has a seasoned Dubai team which is a popular choice among onshore lawyers seeking Cayman or British Virgin Islands counsel. The group offers specialist expertise in investment funds, M&A and finance. It is also able to provide on-the-ground Jersey law advice from Dubai. The team is well versed in Islamic and aviation finance, having advised on some of the MENA region's most significant transactions in these fields. It acts for a range of financial institutions, sovereign wealth funds and well-known corporations. Walkers also represents clients in a variety of commercial and shareholder disputes.