A ‘go-to firm in the region to discuss regulatory developments in the debt capital markets’, A&O Shearman is widely lauded for its depth of expertise, technical acumen, and Islamic finance capabilities. The team frequently advises prominent industry players and financial institutions on debt capital markets matters, while also maintaining activity in equity capital markets, including its recent work advising the Roads & Transport Authority and Dubai Taxi Company on the IPO and listing of Dubai Taxi on the Dubai Financial Market. Team head Anzal Mohammed and Bilal Ahmed are recognised as ’among the top debt capital markets lawyers in the region‘ and focus on sukuk transactions and international debt offerings. Khalid Garousha has a strong track record in regional ECM transactions. Nazuma Hassan is a further name of note for debt capital markets work.
Testimonials
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‘Their depth of expertise is impressive. They are collaborative at an industry level and are our go to firm in the region to discuss regulatory developments in the debt capital markets.’
‘Anzal Mohammed and Bilal Ahmed are both among the top debt capital markets lawyers in the region. Their extensive experience of both conventional capital markets and sukuk is unrivalled.’