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Middle East
The Middle East's most successful people invest around the world, and we are proud to assist them with their global interests, wealth planning, movement and business strategies. We have particular experience in assisting clients based across the region on their international activities.
Track record
Advised Samsung Electronics South Africa (PTY) Ltd
Advised Samsung Electronics South Africa (PTY) Ltd on arbitration and public international law issues in its successful appeal before the Dubai Court of Cassation to uphold an ICC multi-million arbitration award rendered in Samsung's favour in the UAE.
Internal investigation into bribery concerns
Instructions arising in respect of a contract for services with the Libyan government.
Advising a property developer
Advising property developer in relation to Iranian financial sanctions concerning proceeds from the sale of a property in the UK being transferred to Iran.
International fintech company
Advising international fintech company in relation to UN, US, EU and UK sanctions in connection with Iran.
Middle East State Counsel
Claim regarding international human rights treaties.
Owner and operator of the prestigious educational institution
Acting for the owner and operator of the prestigious educational institution with campuses in Singapore, India, Japan, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates, in the worldwide protection of their trade marks and in various trade mark enforcement proceedings in India.
A Middle Eastern sovereign wealth fund
Advice on its role as a syndicate investor in a £100m Series C investment in the technology sector.
Senior Officer of a global metals manufacturer
We acted for a Senior Officer, avoiding liability in joint US DOJ and SEC proceedings arising from alleged FCPA violations in connection with construction of smelter in Bahrain.
Dubai real estate developer
We assisted a major real estate developer in Dubai, in relation to the appointment of Millennium & Copthorne, an operator of three hotel projects in Dubai. This included the negotiation of several agreements, corporate structuring of the client's group and structuring and drafting of the rental pool agreement.
Family from Oman
We advised on and established an international holding structure for a wealthy family from Oman. The settlor wished to retain the power to veto distributions and to determine ultimate division of assets. The result of which upon his death, the trust assets were to be dividing amongst his family in accordance with sharia law.
Experience
Families call on us when they want a firm that understands their needs – whether they are looking to pass down wealth, set up and run a family office, or make their mark through philanthropy.
Hotels and hospitalityThe hotel and hospitality sector is becoming ever more specialized. Our significant experience helps us to ensure that the operators we work with get the best value out of their transactions.
ImmigrationWhether you are an individual, a family or an employer, our lawyers know each country’s systems and speak the local language, helping you to navigate through what can be opaque processes.
Our multilingual team, based in offices around the world, are leaders in global arbitration – helping large corporations, governments and private investors to resolve cross-border disputes.
Private clientAs a firm built around the needs of individuals and families, we offer an exceptional service to private clients. Wherever you are, and whatever you need, our lawyers are here to help.
Public international lawOur multilingual laywers give strategic public international law advice to governments, organizations and individuals on sensitive matters around the world.
Our lawyers have experience with all kinds of property transactions. Whether you’re a business building a global presence, or an individual looking to acquire a new home, we’re here to help.
Sports, talent and entertainmentWithers’ global multidisciplinary sports, talent & entertainment practice focuses on representing the interests of professional athletes, artists, entertainers, sports and entertainment businesses, investors, and organizations on a full range of legal services.
TaxWith a team of more than 150 specialist tax lawyers, who are qualified in jurisdictions around the world, we are perfectly placed to handle even the most complex, cross-border tax issues.
Our team
Justine Markovitz
Chairperson | Geneva
Hannah Wailoo
Partner | London
Hussein Haeri KC
Partner | London
Yousra Salem
Associate | London
Stephen Nerland
Consultant | London
Michael Gouriet
Partner | London
Reaz H. Jafri
Of Counsel | New York
Dawn Goodman
Senior counsel | London
Withers Hakawati
Withers Hakawati provides families and individuals from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region with a broad range of services delivered by trusted individuals. We have track record of helping successful families and individuals achieve their business and personal objectives in the US, UK, Middle East, North Africa and across the GCC.
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