Jones Day

Jones Day team offers extensive expertise in navigating complex cross-border investigations, combining US legal knowledge with in-depth local understanding of the UAE and wider MENA regulatory framework. The team specialises in defending clients in regulatory proceedings, particularly in relation to U.S. law enforcement agencies such as the DOJ, SEC, and OFAC, and is skilled in overseeing investigations, internal compliance, and risk management processes. Sheila Shadmand helms the practice and has longstanding experience leading investigations across the Middle East and is often sought out by multinational clients for compliance with US regulations. Heather Martin has a background in commercial litigation and focuses on white collar crime matters.