A&O Shearman' team has 'experience gained over many years, across many borders, and across many products, making them a 'go to'' in the region. The firm further cemented its market-leading position through blockbuster transactions such as advising on Adnoc Gas' IPO as well as the first concurrent dual-listing on the UAE stock exchange in the form of Americana Restaurants International Plc's IPO. Anzal Mohammed, who has knowledge of Islamic financing, jointly leads the practice with Khalid Garousha, who has an extensive IPO record. Bilal Ahmad is proficient in equity-linked security issues, hybrid capital issues, and liability management transactions. Counsel Nazuma Hassan is building an impressive portfolio in this space.
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‘The team standout is the strength they have at every level, and the ability to fully staff projects with true subject matter experts. Their global reach also is a differentiator, plus their product coverage.'
- 'They have a strong culture and team collaboration which makes deals run smoothly.’