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A curated archive of over 500 of our recent mandates.
Drawn from our archive of over 500 recent representations, this case study highlights our specific expertise in Critical Transactions.
This mandate addresses complex challenges involving Corporate Governance & M&A.
The representation required a highly specialized approach to M&A & Due Diligence.
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- Service: Critical Transactions
- Area: Corporate Governance & M&A
- Focus: M&A & Due Diligence
Selected Mandate
Provision of due diligence to a leading energy servicer on conservation and guaranteed energy savings projects.
Related Mandates
Complex Commercial & Corporate DisputesInsolvency & Asset RecoveryMajor Litigation
Representation of an Abu Dhabi-based oilfield services creditor in the insolvency proceedings of a Canadian energy services corporation, specifically regarding the review of Sale Approval and Vesting Order applications before the Alberta courts.
Critical TransactionsDigital Assets & FintechE-Commerce & Data Privacy
Legal counsel on e-commerce compliance regarding data localization, cybersecurity, and e-authentication regulations.
Commercial DevelopmentConstruction & EngineeringGlobal Arbitration
Representation in Dispute Adjudication Board proceedings between a hotel fit-out subcontractor and the main contractor.
Fiscal Policy & Tax ControversyRegulatory & Licensing Fiscal IssuesSensitive Geopolicy
Comprehensive tax advisory on the classification of floating ‘Boat Houses’ in Dubai for VAT purposes, analyzing building permits and engineering reports to determine eligibility for residential zero-rating or exemption as immovable property.
Commercial & Sectoral ArbitrationGlobal ArbitrationInsurance & Reinsurance
Representing the former CEO of a UAE-based construction firm in a DIAC arbitration against an international insurer, claiming US$ 10 million under a D&O liability policy and challenging coverage denial based on alleged non-disclosure and conduct exclusions.
Corporate Governance & M&ACritical TransactionsM&A & Due Diligence
Advising a UAE conglomerate on the AED 28 million acquisition of a pharmaceutical manufacturing company in Abu Dhabi, including comprehensive legal due diligence on corporate structure, Sharia-compliant financing from a local bank, and regulatory compliance with the Ministry of Health.
Construction & EngineeringEnergy & Industrial ProjectsGlobal Arbitration
Advising a UAE-based industrial firm in an international arbitration dispute regarding the termination of a services agreement for a residential complex, involving complex arguments on notice periods, regulatory No Objection Certificates (NOCs), and reinstatement obligations under Abu Dhabi law.
Fiscal Policy & Tax ControversyIndirect & Direct Tax DisputesSensitive Geopolicy
Representation in a USD 40M tax dispute for a technology MNC arising from permanent and fixed establishment status assessments.
Fiscal Policy & Tax ControversyIndirect & Direct Tax DisputesSensitive Geopolicy
Legal counsel for a UAE educational entity in a tax dispute regarding the definition of ‘Tax Benefit’, challenging penalties imposed on retroactively invoiced VAT where no financial advantage was gained from government contracts.
Aerospace & DefenseSensitive GeopolicySpace Law & Policy