BSA Law is experienced in handling a variety of transactions for clients active across the Gulf, including commercial instructions for both established corporates and new market entrants, M&A, joint ventures, and regulatory advice. Jimmy Haoula and Rima Mrad co-lead the practice, with the former sitting as UAE managing partner and recognised for his skill in banking and real estate transactions, and the latter noted for her work with multinationals, public bodies, and financial institutions on corporate and commercial matters. Lara Barbary has recently been active on energy and infrastructure-related deals, while Nadim Bardawil brings proficiency in TMT and fintech mandates.
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‘A very professional approach towards the client and the subject matter in question. ’
‘The BSA team I have worked with have demonstrated absolute clarity in their views of a situation and are very confident about their position on matters. All options are clarified with recommendations for a way forward. Very good knowledge of all subject matters within their remit. ’
Key clients
- Axon Technologies
- Kids First Group LLC
- Philips
- Halliburton Worldwide Limited
- Acer
- Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait
- Weatherford International
- RAK Ceramics PJSC
- PWC
- Total Solar
Work highlights
Supported Axon Technologies during its disposal of a 40% minority stake to a publicly listed French investor, providing comprehensive legal and regulatory assistance throughout.
Successfully incorporated a local entity for DKK Group in a Dubai free zone and assisted in obtaining initial approval for a Virtual Asset Service Provider license from the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority.
Advised Kids First Group LLC on regulatory submission and in-house commercial contracts.
Lawyers
Practice head
Jimmy Haoula; Rima Mrad
Other key lawyers
Lara Barbary; Nadim Bardawil