Specialising in data protection and privacy, DLA Piper is geared to handle both contentious and non-contentious Fintech, telecoms, and technology mandates. The team is led by Paul Allen, who advises clients on digital transformation projects, while Rami Zayat is knowledgeable of IT-based outsourcing. Other key members of the team include Andrew Morrison and Sam O'Neill, who are informed in data protection matters.
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Key clients
- VARA
- Mobile Telecommunications Company KSC
- Emirates NBD
Work highlights
Advised VARA on drafting VARA's comprehensive regulations governing the marketing of virtual assets and virtual asset activities in Dubai.
Advising Zain Group on its acquisition from IHS Holding of its 70% interest in IHS Kuwait, an independent licensed Tower Company that owns 1,675 sites and manages an additional approximate 700 sites in Kuwait.
Advised ENBD on a range of matters, including the recently announced crypto asset trading arrangement through the LIV app, in partnership with VARA regulated Virtual Asset Service Provider "Aquanow".
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Paul Allen
Other key lawyers
Rami Zayat; Andrew Morrison; Sam O'Neill