A&O Shearman's 'excellent' team is sought after by sovereign wealth funds and asset managers and is well-equipped to handle some of the largest mandates in the UAE. The group is equally well-versed advising on the restructuring and liquidation of funds, the establishment of funds, capital raising and fund investment, and Shariah-compliant fund work, all the while keeping abreast of regulatory and compliance concerns. Kamar Jaffer, who is noted for her ability 'to navigate through complex matters’, jointly heads the practice alongside banking and financing specialist Jodi Norman.
Testimonials
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‘The firm has a range of skill sets that work well together across functions and geographies. Team is responsive and manage us and our expectations (as the client) very well. We get the right advice and feel confident about their ability to deliver.’
‘Kamar Jaffer is responsive and always available on short notice, a pleasure to work with. She is extremely knowledgeable and always manages to navigate through complex matters’
Key clients
- PwC, official liquidators of Abraaj Holdings
- Mubadala Capital