Obeid & Medawar Law Firm LLP‘s corporate and commercial practice has a solid track record in advising construction, energy and telecoms clients on M&A, private equity, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. Practice head Amer Obeid is routinely instructed by banks, financial institutions and insurance companies in mandates. Rachad Medawar excels in corporate law, and Zeina Azzi is very experienced in assisting with corporate governance and regulatory matters. Other key lawyers include Mirna El Achkar and Fouad Obeid.
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- ‘The team is so talented and diversified with different backgrounds.'
- ‘Highly engaged. Understands our business. Addresses issues with a solution-centric mindset.’
- ‘The practice is distinguished by its hands-on approach and strong regulatory insight, which allows it to anticipate challenges before they arise. Clients often highlight the team’s ability to navigate complex approval processes and regulatory frameworks with efficiency. The team also stands out for its cross-border coordination, ensuring seamless execution of transactions involving multiple jurisdictions.'
Key clients
- Presidential Court of Abu Dhabi
- SAAS Industries Limited
- Emirates Foundation
- Regal Falcon Investments
- Office of Development Affairs Abu Dhabi
- Villa 515 LLC
- Ghaya Holding RSC LTD
- Five Fifteen Holding LTD
- Saas Properties LLC
- Allo Taxi SAL
- Kurban Tours SAL
- Faisal Ayad Al-Ruwaih
Work highlights
Advised Welltree on its USD 3.2 million investment for a 25% stake in the DISC Group’s ADGM holding company.
Advised one of the UAE’s leading real estate groups on a strategic joint venture with one of the country’s largest private equity firms for the development of the largest residential and commercial real estate project in the UAE.
Advised the client on a strategic acquisition of a 20% stake in an ADGM-based SPV that acquired Solid Marble Industries LLC and a 99% stake in Solid Marble and Tiles LLC.
Practice head
Amer Obeid
Other key lawyers
Rachad Medawar; Zeina Azzi; Mirna El Achkar; Fouad Obeid