Fielding ‘depth, professionalism, and market influence’, the corporate and commercial practice at Ali Sharif Zu'bi Advocates & Legal Consultants offers expertise that encompasses transactions involving private equity, real estate, facilities, and the aviation sector, as well as leasing, financing, and acquisitions. Khaled Asfour continues to lead the team and routinely advises on joint ventures, financing, securities, M&A, and other transactions. Jumana Toukan and Basel AlHadidi are also key members of the group, serving as key points of contact for financing transactions, aircraft leasing, and project finance matters. Lubna Masoud and Farah Alrefai are also leading members of the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Zu’bi Law stands out as one of Jordan’s premier firms, combining international standards with deep local expertise across banking, finance, and corporate transactional work. It’s dubbed Jordan’s magic circle firm.'
- 'The team is known for its precision, commercial awareness, and ability to deliver practical solutions in complex, high-value matters.’
- ‘The Zu’bi Law team is widely recognized for its depth, professionalism, and market influence.'
- 'Khaled Asfour provides strong strategic direction and ensures consistent quality and commercial focus across the firm’s work.’
- ‘Excel in high-stakes, complex transactions with a blend of legal acumen, financial insight, and business strategy to navigate regulatory hurdles. They are client focused, emphasizing proactive, advisory roles, acting as strategic partners to us rather than just legal technicians.'
- 'The legal team collaborates with the non-legal experts (e.g., investment bankers, accountants) to provide holistic solutions.’
Key clients
- Brookfield
- Al Youm Bakeries
- Amana Capital
- Central Gas
- EBRD
- SME Fund JO
- Lunate
- Jordan Capital & Investment Fund Management Company
- Qatar National Bank
- Platinum Equity
- Strategy
- Avolon
Work highlights
Advised Jordan Capital and Investment Fund Management Company on the acquisition of a significant minority interest in Al Jazeera Agricultural Company PSC, a fully integrated poultry processing company, by way of share sale and subscription of new shares.
Advised AlYoum Bakery and its shareholders on the investment by Saudi Jordanian Investment Company, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, in AlYoum Bakery through a capital increase and share subscription.
Advised Brookfield-led consortium comprised of First Abu Dhabi Bank, Mubadala, ADQ, and Olayan on its acquisition of Network International, involving the first-ever acquisition in Jordan of an electronic payments provider by an international consortium.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Farah Alrefai
Practice head
Khaled Asfour
Other key lawyers
Jumana Toukan; Basel AlHadidi; Lubna Masoud; Farah Alrefai