United Arab Emirates - Jurisdiction Rankings

A&O Shearman

Firm overview

A&O Shearman is one of the leading international firms in the United Arab Emirates, with lawyers in the key hubs of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

We act as trusted advisors to leading domestic and international corporates, investors, and financial institutions, and have long-standing relationships with government agencies and regulatory bodies across the UAE and the wider Middle East.

We leverage our international strength and sophisticated knowledge of the region’s legal systems to deliver top-tier advice in M&A, project development, finance and capital markets (including Islamic finance), funds, real estate, litigation, and arbitration.

White & Case

Firm overview

White & Case is a truly global law firm, uniquely positioned to help our clients achieve their ambitions in today's G20 world. As a pioneering international law firm, our cross-border experience and diverse team of local, US and English-qualified lawyers consistently deliver results for our clients. n both established and emerging markets, our lawyers are integral, long-standing members of the community, giving our clients insights into the local business environment alongside our experience in multiple jurisdictions. We work with some of the world's most respected and well-established banks and businesses, as well as start-up visionaries, governments and state-owned entities.

Paul Hastings

Firm overview

Founded in 1951, Paul Hastings has grown into a global powerhouse with more than 1,500 lawyers in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

The firm provides superior intellectual capital and execution to the world’s leading investment banks, asset managers and corporations. With elite teams in 17 core practices, we have earned a well-deserved reputation as a top international firm, with a trajectory of continued growth and success.

Our teams work closely with clients to understand their unique businesses and anticipate the challenges that may lay ahead. Our efforts helping them secure the best possible results in their most important matters have earned us a wide range of industry-leading honors and awards.