Joanna Matthews-Taylor
Baker McKenzie LLPThe ‘professional and responsive’ practice at Baker McKenzie LLP is often engaged in employment matters arising from corporate transactions. Joanna Matthews-Taylor oversees the team and is knowledgeable of employment contracts and workforce terminations. Aqsa Khan-Sadiq handles workplace investigations and Mark Tedeschi is informed on non-compete clauses. Sami Nasr and Christiana O’Connell are other key team members.
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Testimonials
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- 'They are strong in both consultation and litigation. They are quality-oriented, responsive, and deliver consistently high standards of service.'
- 'Since working with Baker McKenzie, we have found them to be professional and responsive. These qualities are key to fostering a successful client relationship. They are always supportive whenever we need assistance.'
- 'Joanna Matthews-Taylor is an excellent and professional partner who serves as our primary contact. She is always available to provide support, extremely knowledgeable, and friendly. Her advice is consistently spot-on and practical.'
- 'Joanna Matthews has been our main contact partner in the UAE, providing strong support across a wide range of employment matters while also coordinating with other practice areas. Her deep understanding of our business adds significant value.'
- 'Aqsa Khan-Sadiq manages all our employment law matters for our Dubai office. She is accurate, accessible, and provides timely responses. Aqsa expertly handles internal investigations, disputes, and queries with precision and skill. We trust her implicitly as a reliable and knowledgeable professional.'
- 'We have a long-standing relationship with Aqsa Khan-Sadiq, who has consistently delivered high-quality advice on employment law. Her dedication, reliability, and expertise make her an invaluable partner in addressing our legal needs.'
Key clients
- AbbVie
- Aster DM Healthcare
- Emerson
- Georg Fischer AG
- International Schools Partnership
- Kitopi
Work highlights
- Advised on the employment aspects of Georg Fischer AG's successful acquisition of a majority stake in Corys Piping System SPV Ltd.
- Advised on the UAE employment aspects of a USD 14 billion transaction whereby our client sold its majority stake in its Climate Technologies business to private equity funds managed by Blackstone.
- Advised on the Young Lawyers Mentoring Program which aims to champion diverse talent.
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Joanna Matthews-Taylor