UAE

The UAE's drive to modernise its economy has seen it grow into one of the world's major innovation hubs and a leader in AI and robotics, renewable energy and healthtech.

Its dynamic economy offers a wealth of commercial opportunities for both corporate entities and private investors. And its world-class schools, top-end retail destinations and Golden Visa programme have attracted thousands of ultra high net worth individuals and top talent.

Founded in 2007, our Dubai office acts as the hub for our services in the MENA region, which include:

corporate and commercial law including M&A, private equity and venture capital
private wealth, including international tax and estate planning and employment
real estate, including prime residential, hotel and commercial property
dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration and investor-state arbitration
IP, media and technology, including trade marks, patents, copyrights and IP transactional and contentious works.

For more information on how we can help, please get in touch.

Our office in Dubai

Experience

Advising Sylndr

We have advised Sylndr, a leading automotive-focused e-commerce marketplace headquartered in Egypt, on its successful US$15.7 million Series A funding round. The round was led by DPI Venture Capital, one of Africa’s foremost investment institutions, with additional participation from Egyptian Gulf Holding, Algebra Ventures, and Nuwa Capital.

Press release

Abdullah Mutawi

Samy Elsheikh

Advising Grant Thornton UAE

Advising Grant Thornton UAE on its business combination with Grant Thornton Advisors LLC, joining a multinational platform of advisory and audit firms established by Grant Thornton Advisors with Grant Thornton Ireland earlier this year, backed by an investor group led by US private equity firm New Mountain Capital. The move strengthens the platform’s UAE presence and expands its cross-border advisory, tax, and audit capabilities across key financial and growth sectors.

Press release

Abdullah Mutawi