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Allen & Overy is one of the world’s leading international law firms and a member of the global “Magic Circle”, with a long-established presence in the United Arab Emirates and across the Middle East. Founded in 1930, the firm is globally recognized for advising on the most complex, innovative, and high-value legal matters.
The firm is particularly distinguished for its banking & finance, capital markets, and corporate practices, regularly advising major financial institutions, sovereign entities, multinational corporations, and investment funds on landmark transactions in the UAE and the wider region. Allen & Overy has played a central role in many of the region’s most sophisticated financings and capital markets deals.
Allen & Overy also maintains a strong projects and infrastructure practice, advising on large-scale energy, transport, and infrastructure developments, including project finance and public-private partnerships. Its integrated global network enables seamless coordination across jurisdictions for complex cross-border matters.
In dispute resolution, the firm represents clients in high-stakes commercial litigation and international arbitration, combining technical excellence with strategic judgment. Its lawyers are experienced before regional courts and leading arbitral institutions.
Consistently ranked at the top of international legal directories, Allen & Overy is valued for its technical sophistication, global reach, and ability to deliver innovative legal solutions for complex commercial and regulatory challenges.