Latham & Watkins LLP adeptly handles complex capital market transactions, acting for a mix of corporates, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies on ECM, DCM and general advisory mandates. In the UAE, recent work includes advising bookrunners on the high-profile Investcorp IPO, while the team remains active across Saudi Arabia, advising industry players and sovereign-backed entities on a range of transactions. Helming the practice is Nomaan Raja, a highly experienced practitioner who has expertise in conventional and Sukuk issuances, equity offerings and debt restructurings. The ‘excellent’ Basil Al-Jafari is highly regarded for his expertise in equity capital markets, while David Hayward is involved in transactions across the Gulf.
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‘Excellent teams across a number of practice areas including M&A, regulatory advisory, capital markets and financial services.’
‘Nomaan Raja is one of the best corporate finance and M&A lawyers in the region. Basil Al-Jafari is an excellent lawyer and is always available to help clients.
‘The team is very experienced, and therefore provide clear advice which is well-structured and thought through. This makes it very easy to digest and follow. They are also willing to take a position on new matters, when other firms are not so willing to provide clearcut advice - which is very helpful when discussing with committees internally. This commercial approach is very much appreciated.'
‘Top-notch support at all times. Responsive, helpful and with a deep understanding of the client's needs. Extensive experience with the sector and similar transactions.’
‘We work with Basil Al-Jafari. Basil is always available and supportive; and advice is timely and professional.'
Key clients
- Investcorp
- FIVE Holdings
- Emirates REIT
- BAPCO Energies
- Emirates Telecommunications Group Company
- PJSC
- Government of Dubai
- Dana Gas PJSC
- Crescent Petroleum
- Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Company
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Practice head
Nomaan Raja
Other key lawyers
Basil Al-Jafari; David Hayward