A&O Shearman excels across the full regulatory spectrum, with significant activity in the UAE, ADGM, DIFC, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. In addition to advising on market entry, business operations, and major financial mergers, the firm is increasingly involved in shaping legislative and regulatory frameworks. It has also seen a rising volume of instructions from non-traditional financial service providers, notably in the fintech, crypto-asset, and artificial intelligence arenas. Team head Jodi Norman is praised as ‘an exceptional lawyer and a leader in the field’, with strong connections to various regulatory authorities and regional banks. Promoted to counsel in May 2024, Victoria Ferres has a broad practice, with a particular focus on retail financial services regulation. Will Tunstall-Prince provides key support on legislative drafting and regime implementation.
Testimonials
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‘The team is led by Jodi Norman who is an exceptional lawyer and a leader in the field. Jodi can always be relied upon to give pragmatic and sensible advice and is always available for urgent queries. Thoroughly recommended.’
‘A&O Shearman have a leading practice in financial services regulation in terms of their knowledge and ability to offer practical advice.’
Key clients
- Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
- ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority