Al Tamimi & Company offers ‘deep industry insight and strategic foresight’ to public sector bodies, private corporations and local financial institutions. The financial services regulatory practice, which is jointly spearheaded by Jody Waugh and Divya Abrol Gambhir, is adept at handling licensing applications and complex multijurisdictional compliance queries. Waugh is noted for his ability to expertly navigate DFSA regulations while Gambhir is often called upon to advise on legislative reform in this sector. Mamoon Khan impresses in development finance matters while Ali Awad is adept at handling the regulatory aspects of M&A transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Al Tamimi law firm consistently delivers a level of expertise and client service that exceeds our expectations. The team‑lead, Jody Waugh, demonstrated deep industry insight and strategic foresight throughout many transactions and regulatory advises across the UAE.'
- 'Throughout the engagement, the lawyers were responsive, collaborative, and transparent, offering pragmatic solutions that protected our commercial interests and added measurable value. Their professionalism, combined with a genuine commitment to understanding our business objectives, makes them a trusted advisor we will continue to rely on for future banking and finance transactions.'
- ‘Our experience with the law firm has consistently shown that the lawyers we deal with are not just technically proficient. They bring a rare blend of industry insight, commercial pragmatism and client‑first mindset that sets them apart from other top‑tier firms.'
Key clients
- Janus Henderson Investors US LLC
- Wyn Resorts Group
- Zeal Holdings (Traze)
Work highlights
Acted for Janus Henderson Investors US LLC on their strategic entry into the emerging markets private capital sector through its acquisition of NBK Capital Partners Limited, a financial services firm licensed by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in ADGM.
Acted for Wyn Resorts Group and advised as the sole UAE law counsel on the development financing (by Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Deutsche Bank AG, Emirates NBD, SMBC, First Abu Dhabi Bank) and establishment of the first gaming facility and resort in the UAE in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah.
Acted for Zeal Holdings in successfully navigating the complex process of obtaining a Category 1 license from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) in the UAE for two activities.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Jody Waugh; Divya Abrol Gambhir
Other key lawyers
Mamoon Khan; Ali Awad; Hedieh Shams Molavi