Afridi & Angell corporate and M&A offering is recognised for its depth of expertise across regional and cross-border transactions, advising clients on private equity investments, joint ventures, restructurings, and corporate governance mandates. Charles Laubach co-leads the team with Bashir Ahmed, who has recently advised on fund formation and management, major mergers, complex restructurings, and competition and antitrust matters. Danielle Lobo focuses on M&A and private equity transactions, while Abdus Samad frequently acts on cross-border deals. Stincy Joseph provides broad support across the practice.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Key clients
- Al Batha Group
- Modern Pharmaceutical Company L.L.C
- Beeah Group
- Dubal Holding
- Al Kabeer Holdings Limited
- ARENCO Group
- Rexnord Corporation
- MSH International (Dubai) Limited
- Griffith Foods International Inc.
- Country Hill International
Work highlights
Acted as UAE counsel for a global beauty and personal care brand on the USD 300+ million sale of one of its brands.
Advised a diversified financial services firm on acquiring a Category 3C financial services entity based in the UAE and regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority.
Advised a privately-held diversified holding company in Abu Dhabi on the USD 17 million acquisition of 30% of the capital of a leading provider of MEP services in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Bashir Ahmed; Charles Laubach
Other key lawyers
Danielle Lobo; Abdus Samad; Stincy Joseph