Mayer Brown‘s UAE practice serves as the Middle Eastern hub of the firm’s global network, providing comprehensive counsel to a diverse client base on complex inbound and outbound transactions. Tom Thraya and Jad Taha co-lead the practice, with the duo both noted for the scope of their M&A expertise. Paulo Rage relocated from the firm’s Brazil office on May 2024 and has extensive experience in the energy and natural resources sector. Farid Haroun supports on both M&A and commercial contracts, while Nanda Al Qazaz is key to the firm’s data privacy offering.
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‘Jad Taha is smart, business-oriented and flexible, he is very knowledgeable on privacy laws not only in the UAE, but the entire Middle East region.’
- 'Mayer Brown’s practice in Commercial, Corporate, and M&A stands out for several reasons. Firstly, the team consists of highly qualified and experienced professionals who combine deep legal knowledge with a practical and results-oriented approach. This combination is a significant differentiator in the market.'
Key clients
- Mubadala
- Benteler International AG
Work highlights
Represented Benteler International AG in the sale of a large equity interest in its HOLON autonomous people mover business to TASARU, a Public Investment Fund company.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Tom Thraya; Jad Taha
Other key lawyers
Paulo Rage; Farid Haroun; Nanda Al Qazaz