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Clifford Chance

Dubai, United Arab Emirates • Founded: 1802

Banking & Finance Capital Markets Corporate & M&A Projects & Infrastructure Dispute Resolution Regulatory
4.8 (400+ reviews)

A leading global “Magic Circle” law firm known for complex cross-border transactions and high-stakes financial matters.

Response time: ~2 hours • Languages: EN, AR

Practice areas

Services offered by this firm.

Banking & Finance
Conventional and Islamic finance, structured finance, acquisition finance, restructurings.
Capital Markets
Debt and equity offerings, sukuk, listings, regulatory compliance.
Corporate & M&A
Mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity, corporate governance.
Projects & Infrastructure
Energy, infrastructure, PPPs, project finance, construction advisory.
Dispute Resolution
Complex commercial litigation, international arbitration, investigations.
Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, governance, risk management, regulatory advisory.

About

Clifford Chance is one of the world’s leading international law firms, with a long-established presence in the United Arab Emirates and across the Middle East. Founded in 1802, the firm is a member of the global “Magic Circle” and is widely recognized for advising on the most complex, high-value, and cross-border legal matters.

The firm is particularly renowned 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. Its Middle East team plays a central role in some of the region’s most significant financings, IPOs, and strategic acquisitions.

Clifford Chance 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 international projects.

In dispute resolution, the firm represents clients in high-stakes litigation and international arbitration, combining technical excellence with strategic insight. Its lawyers are experienced before regional courts and leading arbitral institutions.

Consistently ranked at the top of international legal directories, Clifford Chance is valued for its global reach, technical sophistication, and ability to deliver innovative legal solutions for complex commercial and regulatory challenges.