Banking and finance: Corporate finance (including Islamic lending)

Baker McKenzie LLP

Baker McKenzie LLP strengthened it’s banking and finance offering through the hire of Adil Hussain and Chaya Gupta from Clyde & Co LLP in September 2023. The duo brings extensive expertise in complex, cross-border conventional and Shari’ah-compliant transactions. Hussain now serves as Regional Head of Banking and Finance and Global Head of Islamic Finance, leveraging his strong connections with regional and international financial institutions and his experience with innovative financial structures. Gupta plays a pivotal role in managing transactions across multiple jurisdictions. Mazen Boustany is actively engaged in financial services regulatory matters, fintech, and start-up spaces. Samir-Safar Aly left the firm in 2025.

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'Empathetic attitude and spirit of partnership. Considerable involvement of the partner not only in the initial stages or when contacted but generally throughout the documentation process. Proactive discussions with the intent of mutual achievement of successful outcomes. Providing comfort with respect to the drafting content and explaining each part thereof in detail. Overall, a very inclusive and partnership-focused set of individuals.'
'We have established a long-standing relationship with Baker McKenzie due to our confidence in the high caliber of their partners and the responsiveness of their associates/senior associates. Their consistent delivery of top-notch services over the years has been unwavering.'
'Adil Hussain and his team distinguish themselves from competitors through their exceptional responsiveness, deep understanding of clients' needs, and remarkable adaptability to all circumstances. They consistently stay updated on new legal structures and developments, further enhancing their ability to serve clients effectively.'

Key clients

FIM Prime Marina Holding Ltd

Work highlights

Acted as legal counsel to FIM Prime Marina Holding Ltd, a special purpose entity whollyowned by a fund managed by FIM Partners, in relation to the Sharia-compliant financing of its acquisition of the Nuran Marina serviced residences in Dubai Marina, from EshraqInvestments PJSC ("Eshraq") for a purchase price of AED 133 million.

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