Trowers & Hamlins LLP 'stands out for its deep industry knowledge and ability to provide tailored solutions across complex transactions' and is highly active for a number of funds operational in the UAE, overseeing fund establishment, management and transactions. Team head Bill Jefferies handles buy-side and sell side M&A, PE and venture capital deals. Nick Green is a go-to for funds work and regulatory. Stephen Sullivan is praised for his 'strong local market knowledge'. Ethan Chye also comes recommended.
Testimonials
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‘Commercially orientated and always deliver on time.’
‘Stephen Sullivan is very hands on and possesses strong local market knowledge.’
‘Nick Green has knowledge on regional culture, stays up to date to the latest regulatory changes, and has created friendly relationships with various FIs and Family Offices in the region which gives him good inside insight of investors' appetite and trends.’
‘Trowers & Hamlins LLP’s Commercial, Corporate and M&A practice stands out for its deep industry knowledge and ability to provide tailored solutions across complex transactions. The team balances technical expertise with a client-centric approach, ensuring that business needs are met precisely and efficiently. Their collaboration between departments is seamless and highly responsive, which makes working with them a streamlined process compared to other firms.'
‘The individuals at Trowers & Hamlins LLP distinguish themselves through a combination of deep legal expertise and a genuine commitment to client service. Partners like Stephen Sullivan are particularly notable for their strategic insight and ability to anticipate potential issues before they arise, significantly enhancing the deal process. Their leadership and pragmatic approach inspires confidence throughout negotiations.'
‘Partners have an ability to think commercially as well as legally and can advise clients holistically.’
‘The team is highly knowledgeable with a detailed technical know-how. They are able to succinctly advise on complex matters.’
‘They are excellent at guiding and supporting their clients through complete and challenging situations.'
Key clients
- Al Ashram Investments LLC
- Al Waha Fund of Funds
- Emirates Advertising Limited and other individual sellers
- Al Masaood Group
- Arquitectonica
- TessPay Inc.
- Planters Horticulture LLC
- Apex Capital
- Caprice Holdings
- MIAG ME
Work highlights
- Advised Emirates Advertising Limited and other individual sellers in relation to their 100% disposal of Backlite Media to Multiply Group, a tech focused holding company listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.
- Acting for Planters Horticulture LLC and its majority founder shareholder in relation to its restructuring, the rationalisation of its constitution and shareholder structure, and an ambitious growth plan involving expansion into new product lines and markets.
- Advised Kuwaiti-owned Apex Capital on all aspects of their strategic expansion into the UK, including the structuring and set up of their group entities in the UK and intermediate holding jurisdictions.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Bill Jefferies