Middle East - United Arab Emirates
Watson Farley & Williams
Noted for the breadth of their capabilities, Watson Farley & Williams is a strong choice for both conventional and Islamic financing matters. Despite a wide sector focus, the group show notable expertise on maritime and aviation-related matters, as well as a demonstrating a broad competence across a wide array of energy assets. Michael Savva leads the team and ‘gives practical advice’ on cross-border deals that includes structured finance, equity finance, leasing and project finance transactions. Senior associate Charlotte Knight and associate Stuart Bolton both come recommended for their far-reaching, technical knowledge, and understanding of the market.
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Testimonials
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‘The firm position the whole team across the deal not just individuals. They set a clear process to execute complex opinions in challenging jurisdictions quickly and to scale easily.’
‘Mike Savva is really engaged with the whole process and works on the individual deals. He gives practical advice and is always available to deliver before deadlines. Savva provides outstanding attention to detail and is super efficient.
‘Michael Savva and Stuart Bolton are tremendous lawyers. They are competent, skilled, great communicators, commercially minded, and team players. ’
Key clients
- National Bank of Fujairah
Work highlights
- Advised National Bank of Fujairah on the financing for a group of 31 solar PV projects in Dubai, developed by Yellow Door Energy.
- Advised a Middle Eastern bank in relation to the acquisition of two newbuild container vessels.
- Advising multiple international banks on their receivables financing transactions in the football sector.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Michael Savva