Trowers & Hamlins LLP‘s London office leverages its global network, including offices in Manchester, Oman, and Singapore, to advise on Shariah-compliant real estate investments. Simon Valner leads the department and co-led the conversion of Ahli United Bank (UK) (now KFH UK) from a conventional to an Islamic bank. Helen Fysh acts for both lenders and borrowers, including several asset managers, on a breadth of real estate finance transactions using Shariah-compliant structures. Katharine Lewis is also noted.
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- ‘Strong understanding of Islamic finance principles, products and extensive structuring and documentation experience across various Shariah compliant products.’
‘The team at Trowers demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise throughout the transaction. Their unwavering commitment to meeting deadlines, coupled with their ability to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and unforeseen challenges, was truly commendable.’
‘What sets T&H apart in Islamic finance is its unique combination of deep legal expertise, Islamic Finance specific knowledge, and client-first approach. T&H provides technically sound advice and commercially strategic solution.’
Key clients
- Lembaga Tabung Haji
- Apache Capital Partners LLP
- 90 North Real Estate Partners
- Jade Merchant Bank LLP
- Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB)
- Warba Bank KSCP
- Rasameel Investment Company KSCC
- Dimah Capital Investment Company KSCC
- Dubai Islamic Bank
- First Energy Bank
- Rasmala Investment Bank
- SEDCO Capital
Work highlights
Advised Ahli United Bank (UK) PLC (now Kuwait Finance House PLC) on its conversion from a conventional bank to an Islamic bank. This was the first example of a bank to be converted into an Islamic Bank within the UK.
Advised Gulf Finance House and Cedarstone on the funding and joint venture arrangements relating to the acquisition of Vauxhall Square
Advising Tilal Development Company on a GBP150 liability manager exercise in respect of its outstanding Sukuk and other Shariah compliant indebtedness.
Practice head
Simon Valner
Other key lawyers
Helen Fysh; Katharine Lewis