Led by David Yates, Al Tamimi & Company’s digital and data team is well-versed in digital transformation, Fintech, and e-commerce issues. Yates is highly proficient in intellectual property and media transactions, while Andrew Fawcett is well-versed in data privacy. Nileena Alexander handles software licensing agreements, while Krishna Jhala and Fatma Al Zadjali are other key team members.
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Key clients
- Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Porsche Middle East and Africa FZE
- 17 Capital LLP
- Alibaba Cloud Computing Co Ltd
- Majid Al Futtaim Holding LLC
- United Arab Bank PJSC
- Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC
Work highlights
Advised ADQ and its group companies with their data privacy compliance program under in UAE Federal Law No. (45) of 2021 on protection of personal data and others applicable laws concerning privacy and data protection.
Advised on the launch of the Range Rover App in 9 jurisdictions.
Advised Alibaba Cloud, one of the world's largest cloud computing companies, on the regulatory and commercial considerations relating to the expansion of its Private Cloud Product offering into the region.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Krishna Jhala
Practice head
David Yates
Other key lawyers
Andrew Fawcett; Nileena Alexander; Krishna Jhala and Fatma Al Zadjali