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Safwan Moubaydeen Law Firm in association with Dentons

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The corporate and commercial department at Safwan Moubaydeen Law Firm in association with Dentons has a strong track record in matters pertaining to renewable energy, infrastructure projects, real estate, oil & gas, and the financial industry. The team is well-equipped to handle local and multijurisdictional mandates, including transactions and project procurement. The team is headed by Ala’ George Musleh, who brings over 20 years of experience in a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, with a strong track record in transactions, joint ventures, employment issues, foreign investments and other mandates. Senior associates Haya Moubaydeen and Sara Moubaydeen are also key members of the team. Former co-head Safwan Moubaydeen retired in July 2024.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Dentons Middle East’s corporate practice is truly unique in its approach to handling both high-stakes and day-to-day matters. What makes this practice stand out is the team's ability to seamlessly integrate legal expertise with a deep understanding of the business landscape.'

  • ‘In our experience working with Dentons Middle East on both corporate and day-to-day matters, the individuals who stand out, particularly Ala' George Musleh, bring an unparalleled level of dedication and expertise that truly sets them apart.'

  • ‘They are very close, responding in very short notice, always getting their support on time and are well aware of Jordanian law.'

  • ‘They immediately responded and were willing to fulfil our requirements on time.’

Key clients

  • Del Monte Foods (U.A.E) FZE
  • Al Husainiyah Power Generation Company
  • Al Badiya Power Generation Company
  • Chevron Oil and Gas LLC
  • Hapag-Lloyd (Jordan)
  • Al Riyah Real Estate Development Company
  • Admiral Markets AS
  • Competence Management Consulting LTD. Co
  • GlaxoSmithKline Export Limited
  • Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem
  • Jackson Trading Co.- Jordan
  • Adidas Levant Limited
  • Philadelphia Solar
  • Smart Desert Company
  • Amman Asia Electric Power Company
  • Fujeij Wind Power Private Shareholding Company
  • Questerre Energy Corporation
  • Thales DIS Middle East FZ LLC
  • Multi Service Technology Solutions
  • HSBC plc
  • HSBC UK Bank Plc
  • HSBC Bank Middle East Limited
  • Qatrana Electric Power Company
  • AMEA Technical Services Limited
  • Jordan Oil Terminals Company
  • Wyckhams
  • Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB)
  • SITA

Work highlights

  • Advising on an approximately $100m senior multi-currency term and revolving credit facilities agreement to Fosroc Group Holdings Limited, a global construction chemicals company, for the financing of its existing facilities with an international bank.
  • Assisting Smart Desert in drafting and negotiating partnership agreements with several municipalities in Jordan to develop agricultural projects in the desert.
  • Advising in a project company that combines the joint efforts of 2 other clients: Philadelphia Solar who is manufacturing the solar panels used and owns 30% of Al Husainiyah, as well as Amea Power being the main developer of the project owning 70% therein.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ala' George Musleh

Other key lawyers

Haya Moubaydeen, Sara Moubaydeen